Coffee shops have been popping everywhere
in the city, yet only a few seem to leave a mark. It is true patrons will
always come back for the food and drinks, but only a handful manages to make
its patrons come back because of the ambience it brings. RCC Café is one of
those.
RCC Café is Talamban’s newest coffee and chill place. Conveniently located along the road in Nasipit, Talamban, the coffee shop is perfect for those who wish to be isolated from the busy streets of Cebu while overlooking it. It was formerly located in Banilad but relocated in Nasipit, with a better and bigger place.
Irish L. Aloyan
Irish L. Aloyan
Irish L. Aloyan
Irish L. Aloyan
Irish L. Aloyan
The café’s aesthetic interiors are what
really makes it remarkable. With
different pastel colors on each cube, the café seems like a giant palette. More
than that, the chill ambience of the place makes it a relaxing affair once you
spend your time here.
Not just mainly caffeine, RCC Café has a
wide menu. They also offer milk tea, tea, shakes and food. That includes
sandwiches, cakes and pastries. They even offer local specialty food such as
the delicious sisig.
Exact location: Nasipit, Talamban, Cebu City — near USC-TC, beside EV English Academy (brown building with RCC Café signage).
BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Talamban. From Colon Street, you can ride a 13C/62C/62B jeepney and drop off in Nasipit, Talamban. The café is just along the road and can be seen once you drop off.
BY CAR: Navigate with Google Maps or Waze then set the destination to ‘RCC Café in Nasipit, Talamban’. Limited parking space is available.
If you reside in Talamban, no need to go to
the main city to visit your favorite cafes; let RCC Café be your new favorite
hangout coffee place!
If you ever wonder how does it feel to experience camping with the people close to you without fretting about your safety, this exactly will touch your fantasy. Experience a different kind of bliss — one that is unique and distinct from other resorts in Cebu. Experience a staycation like no other at Formosa Camp Resort in Bagasawe, Tuburan, Cebu – a 2-hour drive away from the city.
Camp in style
…or should I say glamping? Glamping, a portmanteau of the phrase “glamorous camping”, is pretty self-explanatory: it is an upgraded method of camping that infuses outdoor overnights stays with amenities that offer a resort-like experience.
Formosa Camp Resort has EIGHT (8) tents of 3 types available for rent:
• (2) TENT A:
– 1-room Tent, good for 2pax – P750 /night (+ P150 /head entrance)
The 1-room tent
• (4) TENT B
– 2-room Tent, good for 4pax – P1,000 /night (+ P150 /head entrance)
The 2-room tent
• (2) TENT C – Family Tent (New)
– 2-room Tent, good for 5pax – P1,250 /night (+ P150 /head entrance)
Formosa plans to add more tents to accommodate up to 50 pax. As of the moment, they DO NOT allow bringing of own tents — unless you rent the whole places plus their own tents.
Comfy staycation
If you’ve already had a taste of the outdoor adventure and are itching for a good rest on comfy bed and sheets, Formosa Camp Resort also takes pride of a “glamorous” and spacious rest house with five (5) beautiful, air-conditioned rooms that can accommodate at least 20 people.
• Room 1
– 1 Full-sized Bed, good for 2pax – P1,750 /night *Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee
• Room 2 (Matrimonial Suite)
– 1 Queen-sized bed, good for 2pax – P2,750 /night *Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee
• Room 3
– 2 Full-sized beds, good for 4pax – P2,750 /night *Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee
• Room 4 with a meeting room
– 2 Twin-sized Beds, good for 2pax – P3,250 /night *Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee
• Room 5 with own sala
– 4 full-sized sofa beds, good for 8pax – P4,250 /night *Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee
EXCLUSIVE USE
• PACKAGE 1: VILLA ONLY
– P15,000 good for 20 pax – The villa is a spacious house with 5 rooms, 2 living rooms, and a kitchen – Inclusive: front ground with cottages facing the swimming pool, and a mini session hall – NOT included: camping grounds (located 50 meters away from the villa is open to campers) – Excess charge is P450, inclusive of entrance fee
• PACKAGE 2: ALL-IN EXCLUSIVE
– P25,000 good for 30 pax – Exclusive use of the WHOLE RESORT (villa, cottages, swimming pool, mini session hall, and camping grounds) – Inclusive: 4 Tents (2 Tent As and 2 Tent Bs) – Excess charge is P450 per head, inclusive of entrance fee.
The Pool & Other Amenities
Apart from the tropical beach vibes the alfresco gives you, Formosa Camp Resort also has a clean swimming pool for both the kids and kids-at-heart to enjoy! The pool can be used for overnight-staying and day-use guests, open daily from 8AM to 9PM.
Where’s the beach? The resort is technically beach-front. But the beach is generic and may not be ideal for swimming for some. However, you can stroll around the shore line and enjoy the refreshing breeze of sea and nature.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
The best thing about Formosa Camp Resort is, it is open for all. It is not always exclusive, it can also be rented by room or tent.
Here’s the summary of everything you need to know: (Note, these are the resort’s soft opening promo as of September 2017.)
• DAY USE: – P100/head for adults, P50 for kids – P300 for the cottage – 8AM to 4PM only
• VILLA ROOMS: – Room 1 (Standard, 2 pax): P1,750 /night – Room 2 (Matrimonial Suite, 2 pax): P2,750 /night – Room 3 (Standard, 4 pax): P2,750 /night – Room 4 (Deluxe, 2 pax) with a meeting room: P3,250 /night – Room 5 (Barkada, up to 8 pax) with own sala: P4,250 /night * Excess charge is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee.
• CAMPING GROUND/TENTS: – Tent A (up to 2 pax): P750 /night + P150 /head entrance – Tent B (up to 4 pax): P1,000 /night + P150 /head entrance – Family Tent (up to 5 pax): P1,250 /night + P150 /head entrance * We have a total of 10 tents available; bringing of own tents is NOT allowed.
• PRIVATE/EXCLUSIVE USE: 1. PACKAGE 1: VILLA ONLY – P15,000 good for 20 pax – Inclusive: front ground with cottages facing the swimming pool, and a mini session hall – NOT included: camping grounds (located 50 meters away from the villa is open to campers) – Excess charge is P450, inclusive of entrance fee
2. PACKAGE 2: ALL-IN EXCLUSIVE – P25,000 good for 30 pax – Exclusive use of the WHOLE RESORT (villa, cottages, swimming pool, mini session hall, and camping grounds) – Inclusive: 4 Tents (2 Tent As and 2 Tent Bs) – Excess charge is P450 per head, inclusive of entrance fee.
• FREE: – Use of Refrigerator for room paying guests – Use of dining area – Use of kitchen utensils – Mineral water
Accept walk-ins? They do accept walk-ins but subject to availability of the date. Please message the resort ahead your preferred dates to avoid inconvenience since some dates are blocked for exclusive booking of the whole place.
Day Use: 8AM to 4PM
Pool use: Pool is open until 9PM.
Overnight use: 2PM check-in; 12NN the next day check-out
Corkage fee: NONE. Guests may bring food and drinks from outside. No restaurant / cooked food available in the resort for now.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Formosa Camp Resort is located along the highway in Bagasawe, Tuburan, Western Cebu (in between Asturias and Tabuelan). It is 2-2.5 hours away from Cebu City.
There are three (3) routes to get there: 1. RECOMMENDED: Transcentral Highway (via Busay/Balamban) – If you are renting a private van or using your own vehicle, take this route. You can then navigate using Waze or Google Maps, just search for “Formosa Camp Resort”. – Take a V-hire from the Ayala terminal going to Tuburan. Fare is P140/head (one-way). Then ride a tricycle from the Tuburan town proper to Formosa Resort for P10/head. 2. Via Toledo – You can ride a bus from the South Bus Terminal going to Toledo/Tuburan. Fare is around P100/head. Travel time is approximately 3-4 hours from the terminal. This is only ideal if you come from Minglanilla/Naga/Toledo. 3. Via Tabuelan – There’s also a bus from the North Bus Terminal going to Tuburan via Lugo/Sogod. Fare is around P100/head. Travel time is approximately 3-4 hours from the terminal.
Japanese restaurants are all over the metro these days, and Akita Japanese Restaurant is no exception among the finest and authentic Japanese restaurants here in Cebu.
Akita Japanese Restaurant first opened in 2016 only specializing in ramen. They were famous for their miso ramen, which was tagged by critics as the best miso ramen in Cebu. This was enough for Japanese food enthusiasts to flock into this restaurant.
Over the years,
they have managed to grow and have decided to expand their menu. That included
sushi, bento, udon and many more.
Akita has a wide
range when it comes to their menu. From steamy ramens to freshly served sushi,
the restaurant is more than ready to satisfy your appetite for Japanese food.
Not only that, the place is famous for its friendly staff and warm ambiance. The restaurant is never short when it comes to that famous Japanese hospitality. Many have also commended their offerings as generous and their prices reasonably affordable.
Exact location:City Time Square 2, Mantaww Ave.,Tipolo, Mandaue City — across Parkmall. New location at G/F, Gaisano Country Mall, Banilad Rd., Apas, Cebu City
BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Parkmall. City Time Square is directly across Parkmall, next to the Big Hotel Suites. Or from SM City, ride a 01K jeep (across APM Mall or near Sun Gold) going to Parkmall. Or ride 01K jeep from Emall. ₱7-15 fare.
BY CAR/TAXI/GRAB: If you’re bringing your own vehicle or hailing a taxi/Grabcar, just navigate with Waze or input your destination to “City Time Square 2”.
Coffees parlors and cafes are sprawling around the metro like mushrooms. Different themes and styles have come to fruition but Microscoffee is undeniably a new and unique addition to the coffee shop craze. A cafe that is like a window to your old chemistry laboratory.
Microscoffee is a word play of two words we became curious growing up: microscope and coffee.
The cafe is consistent in presenting a laboratory-like experience, minus the boring lectures, of course. With flasks filled with coffee beans and other lab apparatus on display, from the atmosphere down to the menu, the cafe has caught sight of that unique fusion of hip and geek.
Microscoffee splurges its customers with scrumptious delights that are also camera-ready: blended beverages served in beakers, milk tea in Erlenmeyer flasks and many other dishes waiting to up your food photography skills.
It has free Wi-Fi, so you can immediately upload those Instagram worthy photos; What’s even better? The cafe also has a roof-deck study room for students or even professionals who plans to study and knock those books.
Exact location: 2nd floor of Dr. BB Tiu Clinic along J. Alcantara St., Sambag 1, Cebu City.
BY JEEPNEY: Ride a 01C Jeepney from Asian College of Technology (ACT), verify from the driver if it’s heading near Urgello. Then ask to drop off at Dr. BB Tiu Clinic Building.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Microscoffee”. Limited parking space is available.
Fujiyama Japan Surplus, the trending surplus store here in Cebu, opens its doors to the public and bargainers are hooked. The store sells “old but gold” finds, authentic merchandise mostly coming from Japan.
Unlike in an ukay-ukay store, Fujiyama Japan Surplus has a wide array of products sold. Their items include china wares, stereos, clocks, electronics, furniture, accessories, shoes, and many more. Most of the items sold in their shop are Japanese brands, so its quality is surely superior.
For as low as 20 pesos, you can buy
something nice and useful items from here. So even if you visit this shop
during ting-bits season, your wallet
won’t complain if you leave the premises full of goods. It will definitely be
worth it.
If you’re a beginner to the surplus game, the
place has a friendly staff that is ready to assist you with your needs.
“Netflix and chill” is out. “Netflix and Camp” is in.
Camping & Netflix, or as some people call it “Campflix”, is making quite a buzz in Cebu. Now, you can have that camping and date night all in one and for only ₱99, at Villa Salida Movie Camp in Talamban, Cebu City.
There will be no hours of travel and hike, no hours of planning, and
you can even have that privacy you are looking for.
Aside from Netflix, they also have Youtube and iFlix. The best part is that FREE Fiber WiFi.
What you need to know:
₱99/movie with 2hrs stay, good for 2pax
Additional ₱ 50 for the extra person.
Jackets, sweaters and blankets are advised to keep warm.
Food and drinks are allowed. STRICTLY CLEAN AS YOU GO.
Exact location: Sunny Hills Village in Talamban, Cebu City — near Gaisano Grand Mall Talamban.
BY JEEPNEY: Ride any PUJ that is going to Talamban (13C, 62B,62C). Get off at Skina Sunny Hills Village in Talamban, Cebu City (near Gaisano GrandMall Talamban). Then ride a motorcycle/habal-habal to Mabolo 2 (going uphill). The fare is ₱30 for 2 persons (one-way).
BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for ‘Villa Salida Movie Camp (movietelle)’.
Searching for quality and tantalizingly delicious seafood in Cebu? Wanting to dine in the city where you can feel the remarkable ocean vibes, with a truly relaxing ambiance? Here’s to the what Pilar Tuna Grille delightfully offers!
Located in A.S. Fortuna St., Bakilid, Mandaue City (across Honda Cars Mandaue), the Pilar Tuna Grille, a quality seafood restobar, reveals its welcoming place, service and accommodation, and of course, its truly satisfying dishes in its menu.
Pilar Tuna Grille Bar and Seafood Restaurant introduces its mouth-watering and one-of-a-kind seafood such as Inihaw Tuna Panga, Inihaw Tuna Belly, Inun-onan na Tuna, Baked Scallops, Sweet Chili Shrimp and a lot more to taste and savor. This restobar does not only offer best-tasting seafood, but it is also a venue of good music where you can watch and listen to the acoustic live band that happens every Wednesday to Sunday (6PM-9PM).
Never waste your time, savor the ocean vibes at Pilar Tuna Grille!
FOOD MENU
Weekend Seafood Buffet Promo
Starting on March 13 to March 31, 2020, Pilar Tuna Grille offers all-you-can-eat seafood buffet every weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) for ₱299 only.
Buffet hours: 6PM to 10PM on Fridays to Sundays.
OTHER INFORMATION
Operating Hours: – 6:30AM to 2PM & 5PM to 11PM, Sundays to Thursdays – 6:30AM to 2PM & 5PM to 12MN, Fridays and Saturdays
Exact location: 881 A.S. Fortuna St., Bakilid, Mandaue City across Honda Cars Mandaue — approx. 25 minutes or 7 kms. away from Cebu City downtown.
BY JEEPNEY: If you’re commuting, in front of the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, ride a 20A/ 20B/ 21A/ 21D jeepney with a sign board of Hi-way, Maguikay, JMall. Then, drop off at JMall to ride 22I or any jeepney going to A.S. Fortuna. As you travel along, have a look at the right side of the road where Pilar Tuna Grille is situated that is across Honda Mandaue, just very accessible and visible.
BY CAR/GRAB: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Pilar Tuna Grille” in Mandaue City. Spacious parking space is available.
How about some exotic fresh seafood without hurting your pocket? For as low as ₱30, you can finally try the viral dish in Cordova, at Entoy’s Bakasihan. And yes, this carenderia had been recently featured in one of the recognized series in Netflix.
Netflix’s Street Food Asia series featured the historical sea food eatery few months ago, also documenting the story of the owner, Florencio “Entoy” Escabas. Their specialty dish is the Linarang Bakasi (Sour Stew with Reef Eels), which is a perfectly-cooked eel sautéed in soy sauce, green mangoes, fermented black beans, and soured with tamarind and other secret spices.
Entoy’s Bakasihan is probably the oldest and most famous restaurant
serving bakasi in town as the area is abundant with reef eels because the sea’s
tidal flats are mostly grassy and muddy which are conducive to the eel’s
sustenance.
So if you’re ready to try out something
extraordinary with your friends and family, have a stopover here and enjoy the
cool breeze of the sea while savoring the infamous Bakasi.
Exact location: Kampay Beachv, Barangay Buagsong, Cordova, Northern Cebu — 1-2 hours away from Cebu City, approx. 45 minutes from Mactan Airport.
BY VAN: From the SM City, ride a V-hire. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Gaisano Cordova Mall. Fare is ₱30 (one way). From the Gaisano Cordova Mall, you can either take a habal-habal (motorcycle) going to Entoy’s Bakasihan or if you can take the tricycle or trisikad. Fare is ₱20-50 (one way).
BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Entoy’s Bakasihan, Buagsong, Cordova, Cebu” or refer to the map below. Parking space is available.
One of the top attractions and the grand-kept secrets here in Cebu City, Tops Lookout offers a notable view in a fortress-like viewing deck which makes the place more romantic and serene.
The vicinity has concrete structures adorned with fascinating circular stone architecture, green landfill and pasture and the undeniably cool air straight from the top.
Photo by @danielruedahhh
Photo by @pinkieross
Photo by @thepinaycatholicwanderer
If you want to keep your conversation longer, the place has a bar for beers and snacks and also have a dainty souvenir shop. This venue is perfect during the night but it is also breathtaking in the face of the sun up here in the mountain of Tops Lookout.
Photo by Cường Lê
Photo by Cường Lê
Photo by Cường Lê
OTHER INFORMATION
Operating hours: 10AM to 2AM daily
Entrance fee: ₱100 per person
Cottage fee: None
Corkage Fee: None
Allow walk-ins? Yes
Contact: 0909-890-5357
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Cebu Tops Road, Busay, Cebu City, Cebu — 20 minutes away from the main road (from JY Square).
BY JITNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Busay such as 04L or 04H and tell the driver to drop you off to JY Square. From there, ride a habal-habal (motorbike) and tell the driver to drop you off to Tops Lookout, approximate time of travel is about 30 – 40 mins. Fare is ₱100 per person (one-way).
BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Tops Lookout” or refer to the map below. Parking space is available.
BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only ₱999 per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.
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So what are you waiting for? Plan your itinerary here in
Tops Lookout.
Dusts and smokes are a common occurrence to us, Cebuanos. But this time, the abnormal amount of dust, smoke, and other dry particles in the atmosphere is a phenomenon we should all be aware of.
This atmospheric phenomenon is called the Haze. The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) – Region 7 have confirmed it and are taking actions to study the matter.
Raw photo taken last Sept. 17 Raw photo taken last Sept. 17
Official statement from EMB Region 7
Official statement from EMB Region 7
An air quality test is currently being done to see if there will be counteractions like having the people in Cebu wear masks.
Effects of Haze
Eye inflammation like irritated or watering eyes
Sneezing, stuffy or running nose
Dryness of throat or coughing
Headache, dizziness
Chest pain
Diarrhea and/or stomach upset, if drinking water sources are contaminated by dense haze and the water is consumed without further treatment;
Anxiety or stress
What to do?
Stay indoors as much as possible, and always keep your doors & windows closed.
Avoid jogging or running outside.
Wear masks when commuting or when exposed outside (N95 dust mask is recommended).
Drink lots of water and/or Vitamin C for immunity boost.
Watch or read the news for updates on the haze.
This phenomenon is a possible effect of the forest fires occurring in Indonesia.
We are part of the environment. There are no
boundaries when it comes to these things. Whatever country or race you’re from,
we are all affected.
Let’s all do our part and protect the environment. Raise awareness one laag at a time. Raise the flag of a responsible laagan!
