This is it! This is the time to have that craving satisfied, the time to binge eat literally!
Mako Barato Meals is offering UNLI Everything! For only 199249₱299, you won’t ever have to stop and calculate if you can still afford another serving.
Everything that we want, they’ve got it. It’s like a collection of all UNLI food in Cebu. Trying to choose between meat and sea food? Say no more. This is all in!
Exact location: MJ Cuenco alongside opening road of South Road Properties (SRP) — behind KKD STK+BBQ Restaurant, right across Malacanang sa Sugbo or Plaza Independencia.
BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Plaza Independencia, or MyBus from SM City Cebu (going to Talisay). Drop off at the nearest point from the SRP’s opening road. Walk heading to KKD restaurant, across Malacanang sa Sugbo.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Mako Barato Meals”. Parking space is available.
The long wait is over! IL CORSO CEBU opens its doors as the newest lifestyle mall at the South Road Properties (SRP) in Cebu City.
IL Corso, a 10-hectare al fresco and waterfront mall, is a redefined lifestyle destination for shopping, dining and recreation by the sea. It is integrated in Cebu’s largest master-planned coastal township, the 50-hectare City di Mare by Filinvest Land Inc. — the biggest and most expensive project in the South Road Properties.
Photo by Caloy Ramirez
Only the front facade of Il Corso has opened for now. Aside from the four (4) state-of-the-art cinemas, these are the brands or mall tenants opening later this year:
Gusto Mare Restaurant (already open)
Parilya Restaurant (already open)
Dolce Milano
Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf
Power Mac Center
Dunkin Donuts
Chikaan Restaurant
360 Pharmacy
Dessert Factory
Ace Hardware
How to get there?
Exact location: City de Mare, South Road Properties, Cebu City.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Il Corso Lifestyle Mall”. Estimated fare is ₱150-200 from SM City Cebu.
BY MYBUS: MyBus buses are now passing to and from three different stops within City di Mare and Il Corso. Residents and passengers within the City di Mare are able to go to as far as Talisay City in the south and up north until the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA).
Bus fares are similar to other stops and range between P25 to P40.
Below are the MyBus schedule for Il Corso / City de Mare:
Shape into these 8 most popular fitness gyms in Metro Cebu.
Have you noticed? People are busier than ever. Between work or academics, rest and the occasional travel, there’s hardly enough time to do anything else even the very essential exercise.
Stress and unhealthy diet are the main reasons why the body slowly get damaged and gets weaker and soon an imbalance of weight might occur. Going to the gym regularly may be difficult to achieve but it is not impossible. We should take care of our bodies as we will use them for the entirety of our lives.
If you’re one of the billion people out there who needs either to lose or to gain weight, or just want to stay fit and healthy, these popular fitness gyms in Metro Cebu will help you get in shape and totally fit in no time.
1. Anytime Fitness Cebu
The gym that promises convenience because of its growing locations worldwide and access to the gym 24/7, community because of the extra support you get, care because of their staff, and Great Coaches because they don’t only offer facilities and equipment to a healthier you.
Monthly rate: ₱2,000 – 2,500 per month (rate may very depending on the contract duration)
Inclusions:
Access to the gym 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (24/7)
Access to ALL Anytime Fitness studios worldwide.
Zumba, Yoga, Boxing, Kickboxing, Functional Training, Pilates, Body Beats and TRX. No additional fee to join any of these.
Personal trainers and locker are also provided separately.
Operating hours: Open 24 hours (daily)
Cebu Branches or Studios:
Cebu Business Park
2/F Skyrise Alpha (near Lexmark and Ayala Center Cebu)
F45 Training is one of the newest techniques leaving competition and clients gasping for air. The “F” stands for “Functional” training whilst the “45” stands for the total time of each session – 45 minutes. It combines elements of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), Circuit Training, and Functional Training.
Monthly rate: ₱3,000 – 3,500 per month (rate may very depending on the contract duration)
Inclusions:
No joining fee
2-3 experienced coaches per session with no extra fee. Including consultations.
Pop-up special classes are provided.
Over 27 programs that are always evolving and never the same.
Fixed, 45-min duration of workouts exist to provide a timing structure to maximize growth and progress.
Operating hours: 7AM to 9PM daily — group classes are based on schedule and bookings via the F45 app.
Known to many
because of our boxing champ, ALA Boxing and Fitness Gym has friendly trainers –
always looking out to help without being intrusive. But, if you’re really up
more for the boxing training, you don’t have to look further, that’s their
specialty.
Regular rates:
Walk-ins: ₱250 per sessions
10 Sessions: ₱2,000
12 Sessions: ₱2,250
15 Sessions: ₱2,600
3 Months (Unlimited Sessions): ₱6,750
6 Months (Unlimited Sessions): ₱12,750
1 Year (Unlimited Sessions): ₱24,000
Operating hours: 7AM to 9PM daily
Cebu Branches or Studios:
2/F Banilad Town Center – (032) 416-2011
South IT Building, Arcenas Estate Labangon, Cebu City – (032) 401-0634
2/F Parkmall, Mandaue City, Cebu – (032) 328-3835
4. Gold’s Gym Cebu
Whether you may be a pro or amateur in the field of fitness, Gold’s Gym can cater to your needs. Having been in the business for a long time, they can commit to helping you become healthy so you can live a quality life. Be strong with Gold’s.
Monthly rate: ₱1,500 – 2,000 per month (rate may very depending on the contract duration)
Inclusions:
Free use of sauna, shower rooms, and lockers.
Access to Gold’s Gym branches nationwide.
Operating hours: 6AM to 12MN daily
Cebu Branches or Studios:
4/F Ayala Center Cebu – (032) 319-0509
3/F JCentre Mall in Mandaue City – 0923-405-9211
5. Fitness Nation Cebu
Claiming to be
one of the best gym facilities in Cebu, Fitness Nation do not only offer
fitness exercises. They also offer group exercises for Zumba, Yoga, Lesmills,
H.I.I.T, BodyCombat, Hip-Hop, and Latin dance. Furthermore, they have
lengthened their offerings with Cardio, Machines, TRX, Functional training
area, Boxing, KickBoxing, Muay Thai, Sauna, and even Personal Training.
Monthly rate: ₱3,500-3,700 per month
Inclusions:
Unlimited access to a spacious High-end 900sqm GYM, with GROUP EXERCISES (50+ classes per Week – Zumba, Yoga, Spin Bikes and Hit), Machines, Cardio, TRX, Boxing, Body combat, Dance Classes and Crossfit. Free Weights, Aircons, Sauna, Hot Showers, Healthy Bar, and Parking space.
Plus, a free professional trainer that will guide along the session.
Branch: Streetscape, Paseo Saturnino, Maria Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu City.
6. CrossFit Subtero
This gym does
not only offer fitness training, they also offer CrossFit, Yoga, Olympic
Weightlifting, and Calisthenics. So, get ready to tear down the obstacles of
your mind and body. Scared? Don’t be. Be Excited.
Branch: Mantawi International Road, Mandaue City (near Harrison Park Mandaue)
7. CitiGym
Dedicated to improve the health and wellness of every individual, CitiGym also offers unlimited use of swimming pool, use of sauna and steam room, hot and cold showers, fitness boxing, group exercises, and even free towels if you become one of their Annual Elite members.
Monthly rate: ₱2,500 – 3,000 per month (rate may very depending on the contract duration)
Inclusions:
Free use of sauna, shower rooms, and lockers.
24-hour access to the gym.
Operating hours: 24/7
Contact number: (032) 232-6888 local 8941
Location: Lower G/F, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino
8. Holiday Gym & Spa Cebu
Monthly rate: ₱2,500 – 3,000 per month (rate may very depending on the contract duration)
Inclusions:
Unlimited workout & use of swimming pool, jogging track & wall-climbing facilities.
Unlimited attendance to all group exercise classes.
Easy access to personal training or swimming lessons.
Free use of sauna, shower, & locker facilities (bring your own towel & lock – Open as you go)
Free 3 Personal Training Sessions upon signing up.
Discount on spa services (for members 3 mos. & above only)
Discount on major services at Elements Salon (for members 3 mos. & above only)
Free workout at HGS-Davao (limited number of days only
Free days or weeks for every new referral enrolled.
Operating hours: 6AM to 10PM daily
Contact number: (032) 232 4828
Location: Gov. M. Cuenco Avenue, Banilad, Cebu City (near Cebu Country Club).
Need a quick break but don’t want to travel too far? Brgy. Guba’s newest attraction is the place to be!
Descansohan Ni Onyol, which means “Onyol’s place to relax” in English, highlights their refreshing lush green scenery and cool breeze of nature while providing Instagrammable spots to make the most out of your visit. It is the perfect place for picnics, relaxation and selfies.
Exact location: Brgy. Guba, Cebu City — 20 minutes away from the main road.
BY PUBLIC COMMUTE: Ride any jeepney going to Talamban via Pit-os. Or, 62B or 62C jeepney from Cebu City. Drop off at the Flying V gasoline station in Pit-os where you can find many habal-habal. From there, ride a habal-habal going to Descansohan Ni Onyol in Brgy. Guba — fare is ₱60 per head (one-way).
BY CAR: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Descansohan Ni Onyol”. Parking space is available.
After the controversial “closure” last year, the famous Rico’s Lechon is back in metro Cebu, opening its biggest branch in the country at 500sqm that has a seating capacity of 300 people.
Rico’s Lechon is known for its best-tasting, crispy Cebu Carcar lechon which comes in two flavors: original and spicy. Included in the menu are the Filipino favorites like Special Boneless Bangus, Sizzling Lechon Sisig, Monggos, Bicol Express, Kinilaw Na Tangigue (Ceviche), Calamares, Camaron Rebosado, Garlicky Squid Balls, Sinigang, Pinakbet, Chopsuey, and Pancit Canton.
Located in Mandaue City across Parkmall, Rico’s Lechon’s flagship outlet has 4 VIP rooms for meetings, gatherings and special functions with family and friends. The largest room can seat up to 80 guests, while the other three can each accommodate 20 pax.
Rico’s Lechon ensures diners an experience like “home” with its contemporary classic interiors showcasing the “old Cebu with a twist.” It also houses a Lechon Fulfillment Center for whole lechon orders and take out counter for pasalubong such as their in-house sauce, sukalami. Aside from food favorites, merchandise such as shirts, mugs and umbrellas are also available.
UPDATE (March 30, 2020): They are temporarily stopping the operations due to the CoVID-19 outbreak until further ntoice.
The only drawback I can think of from traveling to Bantayan Island is the long distance from the city proper, hopping from a 3-4 hour bus trip to another 1-2 hour of sea travel. After all, sitting on a stiff bench or an old chair for at least an hour can be pretty much uncomfortable and stressful.
To help ease your travel dilemma and make it more fun, the new Island Water has launched brand-new fastcrafts boasting comfortable and stylish amenities without spending too much.
Island Water’s newest vessels feature free WIFI access and movie streaming, and are also equipped with the latest and the most compliant life saving apparatuses, making every passenger feel safe while travelling at sea.
Fare & Trip Schedule
UPDATE (December 1, 2019): We just got a word that they have STOPPED their operations already.
Hagnaya is the port from the Cebu mainland. You have to ride a bus from the North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City to get to Hagnaya Port.
Travel Time
North Bus Terminal to Hagnaya Port: 3-4 hours
Hangaya Port to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island: 1-1.5 hours
Fare: Hagnaya Port to Sta. Fe, BantayanSchedule: Hagnaya Port to Sta. Fe, Bantayan (and vice versa)
Bantayan Island is an award-winning beach destination in the Philippines and usually a top choice in Cebu among locals and foreigners. It is the best place to go if you love white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and the island vibes.
Most tourists stay for at least 3 days and 2 nights to roam around the island and visit its amazing attractions aside from the beach.
Here are some articles we’ve written that might help in your visit to the world-class Bantayan Island, Cebu.
A night where sadness meets hope, at Silent Avenue.
Two of the country’s hottest OPM bands today — December Avenue and Silent Sanctuary — collaborate for one unforgettable concert on August 31, 2019 at the IEC Convention Center.
EVENT DETAILS:
Silent Sanctuary x December Avenue Cebu Concert
August 31, 2019 (Saturday) at 7PM
IEC Convention Center (near Landers Superstore)
Ticket Prices:
Bronze: ₱299 each
Silver: ₱499 each
Gold: ₱899 each
SVIP: ₱1,199 each (First 100 SVIP tix buyers via EventBrite will Meet and Greet Silent Sanctuary & December Avenue)
Gentlemen Cafe at SM City Cebu (3/F near cinema), available starting 1st week of July
The Bands
December Avenue
December Avenue is a band that has become known for strong melodies with lyrics that really hit you in the heart; it has taken them a decade to break from the under the radar musical scene to breaking to the more established roster of OPM bands.
Silent Sanctuary
Silent Sanctuary is a 4-piece Filipino rock band that was formed in Metro Manila, Philippines in 2001. Five studio albums have been released by the band throughout its career. They are the band behind the hit songs: “Pasensya Ka Na”, “Kundiman”, “Sa’Yo”, among others.
Dreaming of a quick getaway soon? Stop dreaming and start
flying with Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) Biggest Domestic Seat Sale happening
from June 28 to July 7, 2019. Over two million seats up for grabs from the
Philippines’ Best Airline!
Discover new domestic destinations or go back to your
favorite paradise with fares for as low as Php399 one-way Economy base fare.
Passengers can also enjoy exceptional comfort and convenience with PAL’s
Premium Economy Class for as low as Php1,459 one-way base fare or experience
world class luxury onboard the Business Class starting from Php4,059 one-way
base fare.
This comes in light of the airline
being named “World’s Most Improved Airline” by Skytrax during the 2019 World
Airline Awards held at the Paris Air Show in the Musée de l’Air et de l’ Espace, Paris Le
Bourget Airport, France.
Skytrax likewise
ranked PAL as number 30 among Top Airlines in the world, rising 19 spots from
Top 49 in 2018.
Passengers
may book their flights via www.philippineairlines.com, at any PAL ticketing office, or
through the hotline number (+63)(2)855-8888. (END)
Known
for building some of the Philippines’ distinguished landmarks, D. M. Consunji
Inc. (DMCI) is one of the companies in the Cebu Link Joint Venture (CLJV),
that bagged the award to build the bridge expressway connecting mainland Cebu
and Cordova known as the Cebu-Cordova Expressway.
Some
of the landmark infrastructures that DMCI built in Cebu include the 5-star
Mactan Shangri-La Resort, APO Cement Plant in Naga, Slurry APO Cement
Excavation (Haul Out), among others.
More than DMCI’s reliable infrastructures, DMCI Homes provides a solid foundation where your family can build a strong foundation of love, and grow in a space they can call their ‘own’ home.
Mirea Residences (Pasig)
WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT DMCI HOMES?
The country’s first Quadruple A developer, DMCI Homes has been crafting the best residential homes over the years, widely known for building resort-like communities across the country including Mega Manila, Baguio, Boracay, Davao City, and soon in Cebu.
DMCI Homes unveils its plans to build multi-billion peso residential projects in Cebu, expanding its world-standard craftsmanship borne from D.M. Consunji Inc.’s over 60 years of experience in the construction and development industry.
Oak Harbor Residences (Parañaque)
Spacious Residential
Condominiums fit for You and Your Family – Premier
Quadruple A developer, DMCI Homes boasts residential communities that are
designed for families and individuals who would be needing enough room space
to work and grow.
Asteria Residences – 2-Bedroom Unit (Parañaque)Lumiere Residences – 3-Bedroom Unit (Pasig) Verdon Parc – 3-Bedroom Unit (Davao City)
Resort-Style Amenities – Your home is guaranteed to be clean, modern, and fun. You get to enjoy resort-style experience and enjoy the luxury of the pools, roof deck, lush green landscapes, sports & lifestyle features, and an extravagant lobby that really feels like you are in a 5-star resort.
DMCI
Homes also incorporates its patented Lumiventt Design Technology to its
high-rise buildings that allows natural air and light to circulate freely in
the building and all unit spaces within. This technology gives a wide-open
feel to the building interior, for true resort-inspired living.
Institutionalized
Corporate Social Responsibility – With its
world-standard level of craftsmanship, DMCI Homes initiates the act of giving
back to the community. They have put together all projects under four
categories; “Kaakbay sa Kalusugan”, “Kaakbay sa
Kalikasan”, “Kaakbay sa Pamayanan”, and “Kaakbay sa
Edukasyon.” This campaign focuses on social development areas relevant to
DMCI’s line of business. Therefore, DMCI Homes through their CSR campaign
lives up to its vision of being our true companion.
Lumiere Residences (Pasig)
To know more and get the latest updates of DMCI Homes’ properties, follow them on Facebook or visit their website.
Imagine that creamy, salty taste of cheese wrapped and poured on
those delicious meat. Now take that picture and put it in a hot sizzling pan,
can you see that cheese melting, oozing into that mouthwatering sight?
This is what awaits you in the much talked about resto in Cebu. All that buzz of this unique and awesome place didn’t disappoint for their food was absolutely delicious. Introducing, the Fat Dois!
Photo by Marel Baluyos
To all the cheese lovers out there, this is our haven. Fat Dois‘ main dishes are simple which consists of cheese and ribs, cheese and chicken (comes in spicy, barbecue, or garlic soy flavors — pops of boneless chicken are drenched in three kinds of cheese), and the famous spicy noodles with spam and cheese which will make your jaws drop with its size.
The dishes are served and heated with portable stoves so you could
see that cheese boiling right in front of you. You can dip, wrap, and pull up
the cheese making the dining experience more fun and exciting.
Fat Dois also offers sides like kimchi rice, plain rice, french fries, and extra cheese. They serve soft drinks and water.
One can never ask for a more hearty meal.
Note:
They do not accept
reservations.
Seats are provided outside
for those who wait.
Menu:
Branches:
A.S. Fortuna St., Mandaue City. Before Oakridge if coming from Banilad, after Oakridge if coming from JCenter Mall or Hernan Cortes.
2/F Parkmall in Mandaue City
Delivery service:
Delivery service time: 11AM to 7PM daily
Contact numbers for delivery: (032) 516-0628 / 0932-189-6210
Other Information
Operating hours: 5:30PM to 10PM everyday except Fridays
Exact Location: A.S. Fortuna St., Mandaue City. Before Oakridge if coming from Banilad, after Oakridge if coming from JCenter Mall or Hernan Cortes. 30 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu.
BY PUBLIC COMMUTE: If you opt to commute, these are your options: – From the Ayala PUV terminal, ride a 20A jeepney going to Caltex Tipolo. From there, ride a 20i jeepney going to A.S. Fortuna. – From Gaisano Country Mall in Banilad, ride a 20i jeepney going to A.S. Fortuna. – From Colon or 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 Fat Dois is situated that is located after Oakridge.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: If you’re bringing your own car or hailing a car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Fat Dois”. No parking space is available, but you may park at Oakridge Business Park.
