Tuslob Buwa is indeed a different taste of bubbles.
A popular streetfood in Cebu, “Tuslob Buwa” is believed to originate in Brgy. Pasil where residents find it as their daily source of income.
On Tuesday morning, Netizens woke up to the news that “Tuslob Buwa” is now a registered trademark through the Intellectual Property of the Philippines by Azul. This trademark means that any unauthorized use of the word, phrase or logo is against the law.
Azul is one of the popular eateries in Cebu that offer this famous street food, and even got more popular after being featured on Netflix’s Street Food Asia.
Basically, Tuslob Buwa (to dip into bubbles) is composed of pig brain, pork liver or intestines (can be optional), onions, oil, soy sauce or fish sauce, and other assorted seasonings. All of these ingredients will be put together in a pan until it boils. This will be best served with your puso (hanging rice) that will be dip into the pan, as its name suggests. It is economical since you only get to pay for the puso you consumed.
A visit to the country’s oldest city, Cebu, would never be complete without trying the original Cebu delicacies and dishes that will surely leave its visitors wanting more. One of the city’s famous food is ‘ginabot’, a kind of street food which Cebuanos take a lot of pride in.
With Cebu constantly developing, it resulted to the opening of several ‘pungko-pungko’ places. So, don’t worry if you’re living from the island of Mactan because finally, there’s one (and hopefully more to come).
Officially opened last November 2019, “Ginabutan sa Mactan” has been a go-to place for those who crave the palatable dish of chicharon bulaklak. Since then, it has always been packed with customers.
Now, what is this crispy dish made of? ‘Ginabot’ or chicharon bulaklak is made of deep-fried pig intestines. It tastes better when dipped in spicy vinegar with lots of sliced white onions (you’re lucky if you’re an onion lover like me because they serve them with no limits) and paired with carbonated drinks or beer.
This crunchy and delicious food is often found in a
place called “pungko-pungko” where a variety of dishes like, fried porkchop,
lumpia, ngohiong, and a whole lot more are being sold. If you’ve been staying
in Cebu for quite a while, I’m pretty sure you’ve heard of this place.
What are you waiting for, mga Oponganons? Have a
taste of the crunchy porn crackling!
Exact location: S. Osmeña Street, Gun-ob, Lapu-Lapu City (street going to Hoops Dome)
BY PUBLIC JEEPNEY: From Cebu City or Colon, ride any jeepney bound for Parkmall. – 20B – From Ayala Terminal / Parkmall / San Minguel – 21D – From Cathedral / Plaza Independencia / SM City Cebu – 22I – From Country Mall Banilad – 25 / 24 – From Liloan / Consolacion From the terminal, board a jeepney bound for Tamiya and drop off at eskina Humay-humay (going to Hoops Dome) or MI-04A. From there, ride a tricycle going to ‘Ginabutan sa Mactan’.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Ginabutan sa Mactan”. Parking space is available.
Be as fresh as the produce when
you go shopping at Cebu’s famous market.
Whenever one hears the word
“market,” the strong, foul smell from the raw produce is what comes
to mind. Covering their noses and walking uncomfortably is like a normal sight
when you are in the market.
However, despite the common
notion of markets in the country, Cebu has got to stand out because of one
famous, and newly renovated ‘market’. A stay at the Queen City of the South is
incomplete without a Taboan Market visit.
Taboan Market, considered to be
Cebu’s ultimate pasalubong center and local market is one of the busiest and
most crowded market in Cebu City.
Because of its famous danggit
(dried fish), dried squid, shredded squid, among others is one of the reasons
why Taboan Market is a must-visit for the travellers.
Dried seafood are not the only
goods you can buy at Taboan, you can also choose from the wide array of Cebuano
delicacies for pasalubongs to your loved ones.
Instead of buying from malls, you
can visit Taboan because their goods are definitely sold at cheaper prices and
if you’re good at haggling, you can score really good prices for your goods.
There are also:
fruits & vegetables
freshly caught seafoods
freshly cut meat
We highly recommend you wear your
most comfortable clothes because a shower after your every visit is a must.
Nonetheless, you will be surprised with the joy you will feel with your scores.
HOW TO GET THERE?
BY JEEPNEY: From Colon, take an Alumnos-bound jeepney (08F and 08G) and ask the driver to drop you off Taboan Market. From the jeepney’s drop-off pointm take a trysikad (bicycle) to Taboan Proper.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Taboan Market”. Limited parking space is available.
Not everyone have a limitless
number of vacation leaves. But with the long weekend up on our sleeves, we have
no excuse to not treat ourselves for a getaway.
Just a few hours’ drive away from the busy streets of Cebu City is a paradise by the name of Acapulco Beach Resort.
Though located along the highway of Toledo, don’t be deceived because a serene vacation awaits you. You will get the chance to enjoy your long weekend with your family and friends because apart from a picturesque resort, Acapulco Beach Resort also offers amenities like that of a high resort.
Fret no more because if you’re
also worrying about your food for your whole stay, Acapulco also has a
restaurant ready to serve you mouth-watering dishes for a gastronomic
experience.
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What are you waiting for? Pack
your bags and let’s all make the most out of our long weekend.
Rates & Other Information
Day Use Rates:
Entrance fee: ₱500 per head
Inclusions: Use of the pool from 8AM to 9PM, open cottage and plated meal
Room Rates:
Ocean View 2 Bedroom Suite: ₱5,200 per night, good for 4 pax
Ocean View 1 Bedroom Suite: ₱3,400 per night, good for 2 pax
Ocean View Standard Room: ₱2,800 per night, good for 2 pax
1 Bedroom Suite (Non-Ocean View): ₱3,100 per night, good for 2 pax
1 Bedroom Suite(Non-Ocean View): ₱2,900 per night, good for 2 pax
Extra Person: ₱500 per person per night
Check-in Time: 2:00PM
Check-out Time: 12:00PM (the day after)
It is advised to make a reservation before heading to the resort because rooms are subject to availability.
Exact Location: Ibo, Toledo City, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from the city. The resort is located near Toledo City Water District.
BY BUS/VAN: From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus bound for Toledo. Ask the driver to drop you off at Toledo City Bus Terminal. Bus fare is ₱100 /head (one-way). From there, ride a tricycle going to the resort for ₱10-12 per head.
BY CAR: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Toledo City Water District”. Parking space is available.
The country’s flag carrier, Philippine Airlines, is counting down the months to one epic milestone – 80 years!
Enjoy their anniversary travel deals for as low as PHP 80 One-way Economy base fare for domestic flights, and up to 80% discount on Roundtrip Economy base fares to ANY international destination.
Booking period: February 29, 2020 to March 8, 2020
Travel period:
Domestic: March 16 to December 10, 2020
International: April 1 to December 31, 2020
For more information or to book online, head on here.
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For more information or to book online, head on here.
NOTE: Quoted DOMESTIC one-way base fares are inclusive of 7 kg hand carry baggage allowance, but exclusive of Web Admin Fee, 12% VAT, Terminal Fees and Fuel Surcharge.
From the people who brought you Migag, one of the most affordable unlimited Samgyeopsal, comes a new addition to their remarkable offers, the Ingko Grill House in Lapu-Lapu City.
Oponganons rejoice, for you don’t have to travel far to have a taste of Unlimited Shrimp and Eat-all-you-can Buffet (with over 5 dishes), for only ₱299.
Ingko Grill House by Migag has quite a feast prepared for they also have a collection of mouth-watering seafood and Filipino comfort food, including the infamous lumpia.
Buffet inclusions:
Shrimps
Humba
Pancit
Chopsuey
Rice
…and many more! All for only ₱299 per head! No time limit!
*Served dishes may vary per day depending on the availability.
Ala carte meals:
Crispy pata
Baked scallops
Baked tahong
Buttered chicken
Calamares
Sisig
…and more!
Staying true to the trademark of Migag, Ingko Grill House has the homey feels. Its native building complements that of the delicious Filipino food offered in the buffet making the grill house experience complete.
Rates & Other
Information
Buffet rate: ₱299 per head
Buffet hours:
Lunch: 10AM to 2PM daily
Dinner: 5:30PM to 10PM daily
Other
Information:
Opening hours: 10AM to 12MN daily, also open for ala carte meals and drinks.
Exact Location: Canjulao, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — across St. Dominic Savio Pre-Elementary School, Kinalumsan Gunob.
BY JEEPNEY: From the city, ride a V-hire from the van terminal at SM City Cebu going to Gaisano Cordova. Drop off at Ingko Grill, across St. Dominic Savio School in Kanalumsan Gunob. Or from Mactan, ride a MI-05A jeepney going to Opon, then MI-03B (Cordova)
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “INGKO Grill House” in Lapu-Lapu City.
Exercise – it is everyone’s ideal hobby.
Not everyone has the luxury to do it on a daily basis as many factors prevent
us to exercise, and one of them is the appropriate place to break loose with
working out. Heck, even exercising itself is already difficult. Luckily, Cebu
has its very own sports center that houses various facilities that are ready to
cater to everyone’s preference and needs when it comes to burning out those
calories.
A short history lesson, the Cebu City Sports Center, formerly called as Abellana Sports Complex, was a stadium built back in 1994 and served as the main venue for the 1994 Palarong Pambansa. Since its creation, a lot of people, both athletes and non-athletes flock this complex for various physical activities. Thus, these are the top activities that you can do within the center.
1. Track and Field
This is definitely the
most popular attraction within the sports center. When one thinks of jogging
here in Cebu, this is the first place that would come in mind. This 400-meter
oval has been the training field of some of our local athletes as well as the
go-to jogging place for the modern Cebuano. And here’s the best part, you can
choose to jog whenever because it’s 24/7.
Track Courtesy:
Fast Lanes (athletes on training, sprinters) Inner Lanes 1-2-3-4 .
Please deposit your bags at the courtesy booth located near the Dancesports Hall below the grandstand.
Observe cleanliness.
No smoking
Drinking of alcoholic beverages is not allowed .
Strictly no counterflow at the oval.
2. Swimming
For anyone’s convenience,
the sports center has a built-in swimming pool that is ready to cater to almost
everyone who wants to learn how to swim and get a good night swim.
3. Dance Sports
For those who have a knack at dancing, the complex is definitely a training ground for aspiring dancers. From hip-hop to cultural dancing to zumba and belly dancing, the complex is the perfect place to dance those stress away.
4. Martial Arts
The place is also open to various martial arts enthusiasts, where training classes for arnis, jiu-jitsu, taekwondo and many more are available.
5. Badminton
The complex has also a
badminton field, you just need to bring your own rackets and shuttlecocks.
6. Volleyball
Volleyball players are also
welcome in this complex as it has a dedicated playing field solely for
volleyball.
7. Basketball
8. Gymnastics
Other Information:
Opening hours: Open 24 hours, all week
Entrance Fee: ₱20 per head (+₱5 after 6PM)
Parking Fee: ₱15 for the first two hours, ₱10 per succeeding hour
Location: Cebu City Sports Complex, R.R Landon St., Cebu City — adjacent to Abellana National School, only 5 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle.
Summer classes / clinics
For inquiries, contact them at (032) 253 1091 or head on directly to the sports complex.
I know you would agree with the
aforementioned because Cebu has mountains, long stretch of white sand beaches,
and dazzling coral reefs perfect for any type of traveler. Whether you’re atop
a hill or underwater, Cebu can surely cater to your needs.
Just a 45-minute drive away from the city, you can experience mother nature at its finest. Agila Resort is a newly-opened resort in Cordova that boasts a relaxing ambiance for your whole stay. You get to experience the beauty of Mother Nature at its finest because of the gigantic coconut trees.
You can bring your own food and
drinks while in the resort, but a corkage of P300 will be charged if you’re
bringing a lechon. If you’re a fur-parent, you get to bring your fur babies too
because this is a pet-friendly resort giving it plus points for us.
Relax, breathe, and enjoy your
whole stay in the resort. Whether you’re alone, or with someone, regardless of
your companion, a satisfactory stay is a guarantee.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Entrance fees:
Day Use (8AM-5PM): ₱40 for kids / ₱60 for adults
Night Use (5PM-10PM): ₱60 for kids / ₱80 for adults
Children aged 2 and below are free of charge
Cottages:
₱150 – Plastic Table with 4 Chairs
₱350 – Cottage Umbrella with 9 Chairs
₱800 – Cabana with 3 Tables
₱1,500 – Tent with Long Table & 20 Chairs
₱5,000 – Cafe Plumeria with Long Table & 30 Chairs
Room rates:
Standard: ₱2,000 per night, good for 2pax
Deluxe: ₱3,000 per night, good for 4pax
₱300 per night for extra person
Check-in: 2PM / Check-out: 12NN the next day
OTHER INFORMATION:
It is advised to make a
reservation before heading to the resort because rooms are subject to
availability.
Pets are allowed.
Corkage fee: None for food & drinks for now, except for lechon at ₱300
Contact numbers: 0966-539-1336
Email address: N/A
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: Washing Street, Sitio Tumoy, Purok Kamunggay, Brgy. Alegria, Cordova, Cebu — approx. 1.5 hour away from the city, 30-45 minutes away from Mactan Airport.
BY VAN: From SM City Cebu, you can take a v-hire for approximately ₱35 per head. You will be dropped off at Cordova Grand Mall and tricycles are parked nearby. You can ask the driver to send you to Agila Resort.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Agila Resort Spa”.
It has been said that without the
legal proof of identity, children will be left uncounted and invisible.
In the Philippines, having a PSA
(NSO) Birth Certificate is a critical step missing to establish a child’s legal
proof of identity. It is required by most government services in the country. A
proof of existence so to speak.
Whether you’re enrolling for some
units in school, working on your bank requirements, applying for a job, a PSA
is one of the primary identification documents. With its importance, it is
vital for you to have one, handy.
No time to process for one? Fret
no more! You can now order a copy of your birth certificate online. Want to
know how? Read on…
Once you’re already on the
homepage, you can click on the “Click
here to request now” button and click “I accept” after reading the terms and conditions.
Step 2: Fill-up your information.
You will be required to fill-up
your:
Requester’s Name
Complete delivery address
Telephone/Mobile No.
Email address
After completion, click “Confirm” when asked if all
the details are correct.
Step 3: Choose BIRTH CERTIFICATE.
After confirming, you will then be asked what kind of certificate you’re requesting for.
Step 4: Answer all necessary information.
After choosing the certificate,
you will be asked to supply details in processing your certificate.
No. of copies to be requested
Name (Maiden name if married female)
Sex
Place of birth
Date of birth
Father’s name
Mother’s maiden name
Date of registration
Purpose of request
Relationship to the Birth Certificate Owner
Please be reminded that the requested certificate will not be released
without any proper authorization. If the requester is not the owner of the
birth certificate, parent, spouse, direct descendant, or legal guardian (if minor),
please be sure to have an authorization and ID of the document owner of the
certificate together with the requester’s ID.
Step 5: Review Everything.
After completing all the
necessary information, you will be taken to the Requests Summary page where you
can review all information.
You will then be given the total
amount to be paid, depending on the number of copies you requested. Birth
Certificates are priced at P330 per
copy.
If you have already reviewed
everything, click on the “Submit”
button to process your request.
Step 6: Acknowledgement Page.
Once request has been submitted,
you will then see a Batch Request Number
and a Request Reference Number for
each request.
Please be mindful that if you are
paying for all the requests in the batch, take note of the Batch Request
Number. If you’re only paying for one request, take note of the Request
Reference Number.
Payments for your request can be
made through:
Credit card
BDO
UnionBank
Bayad Center
Fee: ₱330 per copy
If you’re paying over the
counter, you need to print two copies of the Acknowledgement page; one copy
will be for yours to keep while the other copy will be for the bank. Once paid,
PSA will then deliver your documents via courier. The delivery schedule is from
8 AM to 5 PM, Mondays to Fridays, except during Holidays.
We hope that we have helped you
get through the hassle of waiting in queue to get a birth certificate.
Nonetheless, if you want to personally process your PSA, you can still do so.
Philippine Statistics Authority Office: G Fllor, Gaisano Capital, Colon Street, Cebu City
