Patty’s 1st Anniversary Zumba Party!

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August 7, 2015

In return to the people of Lagtang, Talisay for the support given, Patty’s bakeshop decided to have a party with a twist. Not like the usual, this party involves you dripping those sweat and burning those fat you accumulated from the big meal you just ate! What you are thinking is correct, a Zumba party was recently held at the Lagtang Talisay Sports Complex.

In celebration of their 1st Anniversary, awesome prices were raffled with a grand prize of a Samsung phone! Also a cash price of 1000p was given to the hailed Mr. and Mrs. Zumba of the Party 2015!
Led by a great team of Zumba instructors and a very participative crowd, the party started and ended perfectly.

Yakitori Binchotan brings authentic Japanese haven to Cebu

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Ram Mancelita

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July 31, 2015

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Yakitori Binchotan opens its first branch at Lightsite Parc along AS Mandaue Street in Cebu City.

The new restaurant is set to bring life to diners’ tables with original dishes enjoyed in Hokkaido, Japan’s culinary center.

Gerry’s group has partnered with the original owners of Yakitori Binchotan – Chefs Yoshi Ishise, Tomio Hakada and Nori Suzuki for the new venture.

The same team is also behind the success of Ramen Sora, a noodle house, located beside Yakitori. Basically, you choose a noodle soup from Ramen Sora and pair them with grilled items from Yakitori Binchotan, and you have a complete Hokkaido experience.

Yakitori isn’t as simple as putting meat or vegetable on a stick and grilling them. They use a secret sauce, and grilled using Binchotan, a special kind of charcoal found only in Japan that brings out the taste of the skewered delight, usually chicken.

According to one of its chefs, there is so much discipline required in preparing this dish. The smell, the aroma of skewered dishes, and ultimately the taste makes all the difference.

If you are looking for an authentic Japanese food experience, then it’s a MUST to try out Yakitori Binchotan and Ramen Sora. Undeniably delicious food and great ambiance!

Yamaha : The BLUECORE Technology

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Hoven Andre Encontro

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July 30, 2015

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More power, less fuel that is the blue core technology promise.Yamaha has done it again, having an edge against its competitors. They managed to create a stronger, lighter and fuel-efficient engine – the BLUECORE technology which is equipped in their latest automatics, the Mio i125 and the Mio Soul i125.

IMPROVED COMBUSTION EFFICIENCY

-Valve timing and valve shape tube flow effect has been optimized for more power and less fuel waste.

REDUCED MECHANICAL LOSS

– Offset cylinder

IMPROVED COOLING EFFICIENCY

-DiASil Cylinder, oil jet piston cooler, Compact high-efficiency cooling fan, new shroud shape and Tin cooling. This means that the engine will likely NOT produce a great amount of waste heat (the heat you feel from the engine).

IMPROVED DRIVE-FORCE EFFICIENCY

– Primary and secondary sheaves with lower thrust force design, low idling RPM (at engine start, speed increase and decrease), and a smooth feeling during the whole ride!

When riding the Mio i125, you will less likely feel the engine vibration and will have a very smooth and easy ride with a very pocket friendly consumption of 1L=60-70km. The Mio i125 will be available on all 3s and Yamaha retailer shops this August. For more details, check out their website www.yamaha-motor.com.ph

Enjoy touring Cebu like no other with the new Mio i125. It has a suggested retail price of PHP69,990 only.

The Hidden Gem: Banilad Sports Club

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Sarah Ladeza

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July 11, 2015

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“A HIDDEN GEM” was my answer when asked about what I can say about Banilad Sports Club. Funny this may seem but if by any chance that you can visit the aforementioned sports club, you’ll know what I mean.

Banilad Sports Club, formerly known as Sandtrap started in 1997. It started with a small building and just a few people working for it. However, the owners would have been really good in running the business because just after 5 years, they had a swimming pool and a tennis court already. The owners are currently a Canadian (Newfie) and a British and are married to local women. Both have been here for over 25 years. Shocked? You shouldn’t be. IMPRESSED, that’s the better word.

Last 2014, the place changed its name and owners this is why it is now called Banilad Sports Club. I’m just glad they have it changed because, it now sounds so homey. But, I tell you. It just doesn’t sound homey because it feels homey. When you’re in BSC, it’s like you are in a home away from home. And, I ain’t kidding about it. It really feels like home.

Banilad Sports Club is really a great recreational spot hidden in Paseo Saturnino, Banilad. One of the reasons why I said, “A hidden gem.” But wait guys! I know you’re thinking of additional expense, memberships, and whatnot. Well, tell you what? This sports & leisure complex is a membership-free sports complex. BSC is surely a perfect place for relaxation, fitness, and entertainment not just for the foreigners but, even the locals.

BSC is known for their al fresco dining experience. Well, for the food aficionados or to those who just wish to escape the scorching heat from the Queen City of the South’s weather. But, don’t worry! Dining in BSC will not break your bank. Their food is really affordable and you will forget what you paid for after tasting their sumptuous meals. I’m not kidding about their food. It really tastes so good that you’ll forget your name after tasting it. Moreover, they also offer group meal packages for us, their guests, to have a wide variety of menus to choose from.

Wait up! Their offers don’t end there! Banilad Sports Club can also hold your birthday parties and any other special events. They have a real spacious reception area for such events so you need not to worry about it. PLUS! They have a free Wi-Fi connection for us to stay connected with our loved ones though we’re at home away from home. Seriously, I can live in such place. It’s a haven.

But, I can’t end this post without having to commend their staff. The staff are really accomodating which is really important for me. I wish to commendone everyone for being so nice and for being able to provide an A+ Customer Service. This is really what struck me most. It’s really like living with your loved ones.

Banilad Sports Club is open from Monday to Sunday, 8:00AM-11:00PM. For more info, you may call 343-8621 or 344-0063. You may also visit their official FB
page at Banilad Sports Club.

If you wish to really know as to why I have answered “A HIDDEN GEM,” I suggest you pack your bags, and visit your second home in Banilad Sports Club. Immediately after reading this post.

Nimble Storage expands to Cebu

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Hannah Abelgas

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July 3, 2015

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Be updated with the newest storage in Cebu – Nimble Storage.One of the fast growing economy in the country, Nimble announces its plan to expand its operations in Cebu.

Did you know that the Philippines is one of the first markets that Nimble Storage opened in ASEAN region? Nimble Storage started in Manila in November 2012 and has seen rapid growth in its customer adoption rate, and now they routed in Cebu to expand and share how their solutions help boost companies operation.

“When we thought about the best way to grow our business internationally, one of the early decisions Nimble Storage made was to pick markets that have high interest in adopting IT technologies,” said Suresh Vasulevan, Chief Executive Officer of Nimble Storage.

The company considers the Phillipines as an aggresive adopter of Nimble technology because of growing business like IT product manufacturing, software development and business process outsourcing.

THE NIMBLE STORAGE ADAPTIVE FLASH PLATFORM

Nimble Storage has the only flash storage architechture that radically improves datacenter economics.Nimble’s Adaptive Flash Platform enables IT to improve business agility (respond quickly to changing application), reduce risk (streamline data protection and application deployment) , enhance service(meet business SLAs), manage IT costs on scale suitable for enterprices (lower overall costs with multi-dimensional effeciency).

Why choose Adaptive Flash? Its simply because Adaptive Flash dynamically and intelligently adapts resources to unpredictable demands of enterprise application and with Nimble Adaptive Flash you can Improve Business Agility, Protect Data and Minimize Risk, Empower IT and Improve Service Levels, and Increase Operational Efficiency.

For more information about Nimble Storage, visit www.nimblestorage.com and follow on Twitter:@nimblestorage.

Mrs. Asia International 2015, Jennifer Helen Weigel

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Sarah Ladeza

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July 2, 2015

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I held my breath when the doors of the Cervantes and Sancho Panza Function Room in Casino Español de Cebu opened. Applause from the media people, and murmurs like: “Gwapa man jud diay siya oy” and “Gwapa jud siya noh?” were just some of the praises I’ve heard when she walked in. I just sat properly and locked my eyes to the lady wearing such sparkly crown. But wait, it was not the crown that I first noticed. It was the aura of the function room that changed. The aura of this specific lady is really just so mesmerizing.

Ladies and gentlemen, I am talking about the newly crowned Mrs. Asia International 2015. And, she is no other than the proud mom of three (3), Jennifer Helen Weigel. A lady with class and such great finesse is how I define her. A lady with class who walks with elegance and sits like a queen but, talks like a lawyer. Yes, you just read it right. She is fierce and fearless and that’s what made me admire her more. Per her; “I just want to be honest. I am frank.” And, wouldn’t we want someone who’d be an epitome of honesty? Well, Mrs. Weigel is surely a beauty queen to be admired.

Mrs. Jennifer Helen D. Weigel just made a history after being crowned as Classic Mrs. Asia International Metropolitan 2015 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last 13th of June, 2015 at Galaxy Hall – HGH Convention. She won the Best in National Costume designed by her fellow Cebuano, Philipp Tampus and is now the Classic Mrs. Asia International 2015 Ambassador. Aside from the National Costume, she also walked with such poise and grace in the evening gown competition. She wore an intricate gown designed by another Cebuano, Cary Santiago.

She surely did such great job. So when we were given the chance to ask questions, I didn’t think twice. I raised my hand and asked the first question. As a matter of fact, I had goosebumps when she answered my question (After winning Mrs. Asia International 2015, what’s next for Mrs. Jennifer Helen Weigel?) with; “I just want to focus with my family first. I have 3 kids and I need to focus to them.” Surely not defeating the purpose of being called a MRS. and a mom.

Throughout the Press Conference, I have always heard her say: “The competition was tough,” “It was my first time to join a pageant,” and “I didn’t really want to join at first.” But, look at where she is right now. From that shy lady (per her), to this renowned beauty queen and is already a master of her craft. What more could she ask for, right? Yes, she can really the NA SA’YO NA ANG LAHAT kind of lady but, when I asked her what has changed? She said: “Nothing.” That word was the only thing she uttered when asked and answered without any hesitation. She surely knows how to keep herself grounded.

And though she already made a name for herself since she has been a Best Dressed for the Philippines, she still considers herself as an individual. She never let these achievements cloud her mind and keeps her feet on the ground. So to those aspiring beauty queens out there but are too shy to at the least try, these are the words from Mrs. Jennifer Helen D. Weigel herself: “Believe in yourself. Trust in God. Be strong because you can do it!”

Flavors of the street : “Siomai tag tres”

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Hoven Andre Encontro

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July 2, 2015

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For sure you have noticed someone on a bike with a sidecart and umbrella. They are the beacon of hope to those who are on a tight budget and want to eat tasty food and satisfy their cravings. We call them “siomai tag tres” — a phrase which means they are selling siomai for three pesos only.

However, there are unpleasing rumors going around for some time now that they are using meat extenders which explains why they are cheap.The worst rumor I even heard is, they are using CAT meat! Woah!Cat meat?! Seriously?!

But here’s a trivia. The real reason why they sell siomai’s so cheap is because they put grind sayote more than pork. So this means you are eating 95% veggies and 5% pork perhaps? I’m not very sure. But even with this ratio, siomai’s on the street don’t really taste less nor taste bad. Try and be satisfied!

Another trivia — siomai’s are best paired with puso or hanging rice and cold softdrinks. Very satisfying!

Captain A’s: The Home of Boodle Fights

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Marel Baluyos

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June 19, 2015

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The original setter of Boodle fight Captain A’s Seafood Grill, has been serving sizzling hot meals to us Sugbuanons since 2010. Eating straight from banana leaves paired with the military ambience sets the people in their hunger mode.Captain A’s have brought Filipino homes in fine dining. With the warmth of well-known and all-timefavoritepinoyfood, it is comfortable to dine in and relax.
Captain A’s Seafood Grill has prepared a menu that will leave your stomach in awe.
One of the bestsellers, the different kinds of Boodelito, in the Boodle fight menu surely lives up to their names:

“MakaatakBoodelito” this is served with a plain rice, Kare-kare, Lumpiang Shanghai, Anduhaw and NilasingnaHipon.

“Makabuang” is also served with a plain rice, Spicy Chorizo, Pinakbet, Spicy Squid Head, and Seafood Soup.

“Makabungog” served with plain rice, HiponsaGata, Baked Scallops, Grilled Squid and EnsaladangTalong.

“Makabuhi” served with plain rice, Chicken Barbeque, Monggo Soup, GinataangTalong, and Pinakbet

“Makaciagit” this is with Java rice with Eggs, SeafoodSoup, Chopsuey, Anduhaw and Lumpiang Shanghai.

“Makalipay” served with plain rice, Grilled Squid, Pancit Canton, PaksiwnaLechon and Chopsuey.

“Boodelito” has distinctive taste of mini budol fight experience that will only cost you 588 pesos for each serving and is enough to feed 2 to 3 persons. While all meals in their boodle fight menu are good for 4-5 persons with unlimited plain rice, one iced tea pitcher and a complementary dessert for only 1,358 pesos.
And when the food is all served, get set and be sure to hit the target! Defy casual dining experience and enjoy quality “eating combat” with your family, friends and colleagues only here at Cebu’s finest, Captain A’s Seafood Grill.

For big and private celebrations, they have KTV rooms, conference rooms and Barracks. They also offer catering services. All reservations and rental services, please contact Captain A’s Seafood Grill 2-3 days before your desired date.

You can always do a reservation online! Just visit Captain A’s website at Captain A’s and fill out their online reservation form or call (032) 236 1693, +63 9436094057, +63 9772153596 or visit them at Don Jose Avila Street, Capitol Site, Cebu City.

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Flavors of the street : “Pungko Pungko”

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Hoven Andre Encontro

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June 16, 2015

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The greatest hurdle of someone who is trying to save money is on how to cut down his expenses. Well, eating is the top consumer of your allowance! It’s really hard to resist food especially those that are freshly cooked. You could even taste it just by looking at it!

Reality is, you can’t save if you give in to temptation! Hey, I’m not saying you should starve yourself just to save up. What I’m implying here is that, you could save money while making your stomach full! I know. I know you’re thinking, “He’s nuts! How could we spend less while making our stomachs full?” But don’t judge me just yet because, you’ll be amazed after this!

PUNGKO PUNGKO.. Pungko, which means “to sit”, is the top grossing food source. Not only do they sell very affordable food, they are also very tasty. Imagine just by bringing rice from the house, you can then enjoy fresh, crispy and tasty food! And could enjoy these for less! You could save up to 50 pesos or even more! But choose wisely because there are some pungko pungko vendors who make their viands much expensive than the regular pricing.

NOTE: Before eating, make sure you have a strong stomach.There are some who are more sensitive than that of the others and can’t tolerate these kinds of food and look at the vendor if he’s neat enough.

Kadaugan sa Mactan Festival

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Hannah Abelgas

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June 5, 2015

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One of the biggest festivals in Cebu next to the mother of all festivals “Sinulog”, the “Kadaugan Sa Mactan Festival” is an annual festival celebrated every 27th of April at the Mactan Shrine in Mactan Island, Cebu to commemorate the historical Battle of Mactan between the city’s hero Lapu-Lapu with the men of Mactan and Magellan with the Spanish soldiers.

On the morning of April 27, 1521, Magellan and a larger force returned to Mactan to end the revolt.Lapu-Lapu and the men of Mactan, armed with spears, and kampilan, faced Spanish soldiers led by Magellan wearing armor from his head to his knees. Magellan and a number of his men were killed, and the Spanish ships promptly left for good.

Lapu-Lapu was the king of Mactan, who is known as the first native of the archipelago to have resisted Spanish colonization. He is now regarded as the first Filipino hero. Lapu-Lapu is remembered for thwarting a Spanish invasion of his island and causing the death of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan, in what would later be known as the Battle of Mactan.

The Kadaugan sa Mactan Festival is held on the month of April with street dancing and the mouth-watering Food Festival. Several hotels and restaurants represented themselves and offered fine foods for a cheap price.

The Festival ends with the remake of the Battle of Mactan on April 27 in the early morning hours. The view at 5.30 am was truly memorable and remarkable. KadaugansaMactan has indeed transported us back in time that every Cebuano should experience.