Chill & Unwind at North Sky Beach Resort in Sogod

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February 24, 2019

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If you ever wanted to learn the Japanese language (for whatever purpose), this is definitely a great news for you!

Approved by Cebu City Mayor Tommy Osmena, the Cebu City Public Library is offering a 180-hours Japanese Language Class, and it’s absolutely FREE!

Here are the steps to avail the free class:

Head on to Cebu City Public Library to enroll. See below for how to get there details and Map. Note, there is no online reservations or registrations.
Bring 2 copies of 1×1 latest ID photo. Open to 18 years old and above only.
Enrollment period is on February 26 to 28, 2019 (8AM to 10PM).

Classes will start on March 2, 2019. It will be held every Saturday and Sunday, from 5PM to 9PM.

Note: After the 180 hours of training, a certificate of attendance will be given.
This training can be very useful for the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).

How to get there?

Exact location: G/F, Rizal Memorial Library and Museum Bldg, Osmeña Blvd, Lungsod ng Cebu.

You can ride any PUJ that will pass through the capitol, 14D, 04H, 17D and many more.
NO parking space available. It might be better to commute or hail a taxi or GrabCar when going there.

Cebu Pacific marks 23rd anniversary with its biggest sale ever!

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February 22, 2019

The Philippines’ leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (CEB) marks March, its anniversary month, as the month of its grandest sale ever.

✔️ One million seats and deals will be up for grabs, including seat sales to favorite CEB destinations and value-for-money group deals

✔️ PHP100.00 off on inflight meals, 40% discount on baggage allowance,

✔️ Up to 42% discount on hotel rates through CEB Getaways.

“The Super Seat Fest is the biggest sale that we have ever undertaken. The travel period for the seat sale is for later this year—ideal for trips for the upcoming long weekends. The group deals we will launch are ideal for families or friends to go on vacation, bond together and make those first moments happen,” said Candice Iyog, Vice President for Marketing and Distribution of Cebu Pacific.

Super Seat Fest deals can be booked via the website, www.cebupacificair.com, or through the Cebu Pacific mobile app, downloadable via the App Store or Google Play. Payment centers will also be available, making it easy for people to book online, and pay offline.

Watch out for the CEB Super Seat Fest deals on the website, through CEB’s official social media channels, or subscribe to seat sale alerts through GetGo, the lifestyle rewards program of Cebu Pacific.

Book your seats during the Cebu Pacific Super Seat Fest starting March 1 until March 31, 2019!

It’s Super Seat Fest this March!
Cebu Pacific's biggest deals are up for grabs this March with #CEBSuperSeatFest! Our trademark low fares to your favorite destinations and special surprises await! STAY TUNED, everyJuan!
Posted by Cebu Pacific Air on Thursday, February 21, 2019

Balamban Liempo: The Best-tasting Liempo in Cebu

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February 19, 2019

Craving for that crispy golden skin of pork and a little bit of saltiness on both skin and meat? That flavorful, juiciness from every bite that is so irresistible. I know, we are both thinking the same thing.

Cebu is widely known for its perfectly roasted pig spinning around a stick. It is everybody’s favorite, and also the commonly used “Masarap ang Bawal” of Filipinos.

BALAMBAN LIEMPO is SunStar Best of Cebu’s title holder for the Best Liempo and we all know why.

Having a long queue almost every day in their different branches around Cebu, and people always coming back for more. All these people craving for the best-tasting liempo is something you should consider if you haven’t tried it yet.

And for people who have tried it, there’s no need for bunch of words because for sure, your mind is searching for the nearest Balamban Liempo.

So what are you waiting for? Stop drooling and dreaming over that liempo. Go out and dare get that Balamban Liempo now!

Go Global at IDP’s Australia-New Zealand Education Fair

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February 18, 2019

IDP Australia New Zealand Education Fair Cebu (1)

IDP Education Philippines again opens study pathways to Australia and New Zealand with Go Global: The Australia – New Zealand Education Fair at the Seda Hotel Cebu on Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 12NN to 5PM. Admission to the fair is FREE!

The event also offers participation in the Gear Up for IELTS (International English Language Testing System) preparation seminar for free. IELTS is a requirement for most overseas-bound Filipinos. As a special promotional offer, students booking their IELTS tests on-site will be given thousands of pesos worth of free IELTS materials. School application fees may also be waived for those applying for admission during the event.

Several of the best academic institutions from Australia, including colleges, universities and technical and further education institutions will be represented.

IDP Australia New Zealand Education Fair Cebu (2) — INTERNATIONAL STUDY: Students benefit from the free counselling and student assistance services provided by IDP Education, available at the Go Global Fair.

The fair offers an open market concept where students discuss with school representatives their unique educational and career goals. They are provided expert advice on courses and programs, admission and visa requirements, scholarships, living arrangements and job opportunities.

IDP’s expert Education Counsellors extend student placement assistance for free, facilitating admissions tests, student visa issuance and pre-departure briefings. Once the student is on-shore, assistance is also available from the IDP offices in the destination country.

Thousands of students from the Philippines have been assisted by IDP in getting settled in their countries of choice.

School representatives exhibiting at the IDP fairs are well-equipped to provide comprehensive information on the more popular programs, including business, health sciences, information technology, hospitality, art, media and design and engineering, as well as about the emerging fields of study and specializations.

IDP is the world leader in international education, placing half a million students over its 50-year history in various institutions in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland and the USA. The company acquired Hotcourses, producer of the world’s largest and most popular education search websites, in 2017 and has adopted an exclusive Matching Technology that allows ease of selection of programs and venues for international study.

As co-owner of IELTS, IDP Philippines will soon launch its Cebu IELTS Test Centre, a dedicated facility that will provide training courses, preparation support, more frequent testing and faster results through computer-delivered examinations.

Visit www.idp.com/philippines for pre-registration to Go Global: The Australia-New Zealand Education Fair and more information on IDP events and services.

IDP’s Cebu Office is located at the Keppel Tower, Cardinal Rosales Ave., Cebu Business Park, Cebu City.

The Mezzanine Café: Study + Work + Relax

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February 17, 2019

The perfect merging of this three is what makes the Mezzanine Café different.

Anyone can claim that their café has all these three but only Mezzanine Café has actually figured out the key to blend a study/work center and a relaxing coffee hangout and that is to have their privacy.

One can enjoy both worlds without having the usual problems when mixing the working ones to the relaxing ones.

The cozy café

This is the area of a typical café setup where you can enjoy your food and drinks, and casually talk with your friends.

✅ Fiber Wi-Fi Connection 👨🏼‍💻👩🏻‍💻
✅ Study Cubicles
✅ Well-lit study & work area 💡
✅ Squat area with lap table
✅ Bookstands 📖
✅ Power outlets 🔌
✅ Bean bags and pillows
✅ Board games and books ♟📚🎲
✅ Printing Services 🖨
✅ School Supplies 🖇📖✂️
✅ Ample Parking Space

The study area

A quiet and private room where you can focus on your work and study at a peaceful ambiance with lights bright enough for your readings.

Rates

Guests can enjoy the cafe amenities for free with any purchase of the food menu and handmade drinks. No hourly rate.

Conference Room Rates (good for 8-10 persons)

P4,800 good for 8 hours, P2,500 of it consumable
P1,500 consumable good for two hours
P350 / excess hour

Study Area Exclusive Rates (good for 25 persons)

P8,800 good for 8 hours, P5,000 of it is consumable
P3,000 consumable good for two hours
P750 / excess hour

Other information

Operating hours: 10AM to 2AM daily
Social: Facebook Page
Contact number: (032) 342 0572
Email: [email protected]

How to get there?

Exact location: Centro Maximo Building, D. Jakosalem Street Cebu City — near Indiana Condotel.

BY CAR / GRAB / TAXI: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Mezzanine Cafe”. Ample parking space is available.

Top Breakfast Dating Spots in Cebu

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February 14, 2019

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Love knows no time and schedule.

It’s amazing how changing the time for a date differs so much. Dinners can usually go formal and tired-for-the-day mood. Breakfast dates on the other hand will show you another side to people and are more laidback.

Take a break from the usual dinner dates and switch to the easy, relaxing and comfortable breakfast dates.

Add this to your bucket list and experience those breakfast dates from places that would make it more special.

Here are the places you might want to check-out.

BALAI CAFE PLUS

Feel at home with the comfortable ambiance of Balai and their great breakfast that people surely love and make them go back. Not that crowded place definitely good place for breakfast.

Operating Hours: 6:00 AM- 12:00 MIDNIGHT (Monday to Sunday)
Contact Details: +63 9175825009
Location: No.1 Floremer Subdivision, A. S. Fortuna Street, Banilad, Mandaue City

TYMAD BISTRO

Breakfast will always be the best when you’re with someone and when the food is certainly good. Breakfast lovers and most especially french food lovers should drop by for its to die for and insta-worthy french-inspired food and desserts.

Must Try: Croissants, Coffee
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Tuesday – Sunday)
Contact Details: (032) 239-7385
Location: Paseo Saturnino, Ma. Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu City

TOP OF CEBU RESTAURANT

Be a little extra and enjoy your breakfast date from up high, enjoy the view of the city lights as the sunrises with great food. The ambiance at the top is naturally and purely romantic.

Operating Hours: 9:00 AM- 11:00 PM (Monday to Friday) | 7:00 AM- 11:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday)
Contact Details: (032) 516-0718 | +63 9432525244 (Table Booking is highly recommended)
Location: Beside Tops, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Busay, Cebu City

Salted Egg Calamares
Pancit de Cebu
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Sizzling Bangus
Mango Kani Salad
USDA Beef Short Plate
Pika-Pika: Filipino Native Delicacies

Birdseed Breakfast Club + Café

A good place that don’t need a long drive since it is in the City, they have a cozy place a perfect ambiance for breakfast. Definitely a great catch. They are also generous in food-serving.

Must Try: Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Salmon, Steak, Waffles
Operating Hours: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Contact Details: 032 2549463
Location: Axis Entertainment Avenue, N. Escario Street

Yolk – Coffee and Breakfast

Enjoy your breakfast in a place which is insta-worthy and has good ambiance. A definite good way to start your day. They are one of the go-to for breakfast in the City.

Must Try: Omelette, Coffee, French Toast, Salad, Pancakes, Tuna Sandwich
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Weekdays)
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Weekends)
Contact Details: (032) 231-0411
Location: 80 Tres Borces Street, Mabolo, Cebu City

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21 KILOMETERS COFFEE

Take a morning drive before you grab your breakfast at one of the place with an amazing view of nature and enjoy the fresh air. What more could you ask for? Indeed, you will enjoy this idea.

Operating hours: 7AM to 7PM, Wednesdays to Mondays (Closed on Tuesdays only)
Contact Details: 0999 923 5477
Location: Sitio Cantipla 1, Brgy. Tabunan, Cebu City – approx. 1 hour away from the city. It is located just a few kilometers away from Sirao Garden.

21 Kilometers Coffee Cebu — Photo by Ramesh Fernandez

21 Kilometers Coffee Cebu (3) — Photo by Mary Rose Villarmia

Photo by Wendy Lynne Dusaban
Photo by Ramesh Fernandez
Photo by Klaudd Myrtle Berador

CAFE SARREE

Their interior is really a mood booster. An energetic way to start your day and a plus point probably to your date. Of course their breakfast menu won’t disappoint you.

Must Try: Garlic Rice, Salad
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Contact Details: (032) 254-5992
Location: Escario Central, N. Escario Street, Capitol Site, Cebu City

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DISTRICT ON 53rd

They maybe a little pricey but it’s the quality of food that you’re buying. Surely this place is worthy of your money and a perfect place for the breakfast date that you are up to.

Must Try: Coffee, Sandwich, Brownie
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Contact Details: (032) 261-7212 | +63 9368529899
Location: Filinvest Cebu Cyberzone, IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City

Nothing is sweeter than being able to see the person you love first thing in the morning to start your day.

Ilihan Bridge: The Newest Attraction in Toledo City

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February 7, 2019

ilihan-bridge-toledocity — Photo by Geoff Christian

A new attraction in the west side of Cebu has recently gone viral on social media. But it was unforeseen, unexpected.

In a certain angle, the river under the newly rehabilitated Ilihan Bridge in Toledo City actually looks like a giant outdoor, natural pool. The reason why it became an instant hit on social media. But the bridge was built with a purpose to reduce the traffic problem of the city and was not meant to be a tourist attraction.

As of this writing, access to the river under the bridge is free, so many can swim and enjoy the cool and refreshing fresh water. However, we think this may not last long for security and sustainability purposes.

Due to the large influx of visitors since Monday this week, the Toledo City Tourism recently urged local leaders and personnel of the police station to formulate security plans to hamper possible threat to human security and other related matters.

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Planning to visit? Be a Responsible Laagan!

It is not yet advisable to visit the bridge as of this time (Feb-Mar 2019) because it is not yet tourist-ready. People, most especially the residents and those living in nearby towns, have been flocking to this new bridge.

The river has not yet been confirmed also to be safe for swimming, and may affect your health if you insist.

24/7 Track Oval at Cebu City Sports Center

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February 5, 2019

Leave your excuses for a healthy body in 2018, start anew this 2019.

Thinking of getting in shape this summer? Better start working your asses off! Not really to pressure, but you only have a couple of months left to achieve that summer beach body you have always dreamed of.

If you are worried about not having a place to workout or run after work or class past 6PM or past midnight, I’ve got some good news to you! The Cebu City Government recently opened Cebu City Sports Center’s Track Oval to 24/7 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) to the public.

Last April 2018, Cebu City Mayor Tommy Osmeña granted the request of a BPO employee (who commented in one of his Facebook posts) to extend the operation of Cebu City Sports Center’s Track Oval for them to be able to got the chance to use it even after work.

Rates:

Regular joggers: ₱15 per entry (+₱5 after 6PM)
Student joggers: ₱10 per entry (+₱5 after 6PM)

Exact location: R.R Landon Street, Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City — adjacent to Abellana National Highschool, near Emall & USC Main.

Track Courtesy:

Fast Lanes (athletes on training, sprinters) Inner Lanes 1-2-3-4 .
Slow Lanes ( Rehabs , Senior Citizens) Outer Lanes 5-6-7-8 .
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.

How to volunteer for the River Clean-Up 2019 in Cebu?

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February 4, 2019