Cebuanos truly knows how to appreciate food. The recent developments in the dining experience in Cebu has brought foreign fusion dishes taking part of the culture already and one evident dish that standouts in the buffet table is Tempura, a Japanese dish that's battered and deep fried seafood or vegetable. Recently Tempura Japanese Grill Cebu at the Al Fresco setting restaurant strip of SM City Cebu Northwing introduces to Cebuanos the Premium Tempura set for all ages.


Of course leading the list of the Tempura Japanese Grill Premium Tempura's King-sized fresh Black Tiger Prawns.


Cebu known to be one of the seafood hub in the Visayas will surely like Tempura Japanese Grill Premium Tempura's Soft-shell Crab with it's mouth-watering taste.


Fan of Baked Scallops?, well you gotta love Tempura Japanese Grill Premium Tempura's Fresh Seawater Scallops imported straight fro Japan.



The Fresh Giant Oysters completes Tempura Japanese Grill Premium Tempura set for your delight.

Tempura Japanese Grill at SM City Cebu Northwing also serves Classic Ebi Tempura and other Tempuras, Sushi, Makis, Seafood, Beef, Chicken, Pork, Donburi, Rice, Ramen, Bento Meals and Party Platters and Group Meals for your circle of friends.

Call Tempura Japanese Grill at their Phone number (032) 236-2633 for more details.

Premium Tempura set by Tempura Japanese Grill posted at Cebu Events Blog

McCormick launches its new and improved McCormick Online Store, store.McCormick.com.ph. that offers convenience in providing quality products with just a click of a button. This McCormick solution allow chefs and entrepreneurs to save time and money on trucking and transporting orders, helping them maximize their time and resources.


One of the features of the new McCormick Online Store is a Chef’s Corner where visitors can learn more about spices, cooking tips, and mouth-watering recipes perfect for food business and home cooking.

Upon successful registration using your email addresses or via Facebook Single Sign-on to McCormick Online Store website, you will get a Php100 discount that you could use in your purchases and also purchases worth above Php 5,000 are eligible for McCormick FREE delivery.

Empowering our food service partners to bring passion to flavor to their customers, the McCormick Online Store is the latest proof of the company’s tradition of quality and innovation.


Bold and zesty, kid-friendly and fun, ethnic and exotic McCormick's unwavering commitment to provide its customers bountiful cooking options makes it a must-have kitchen companion.

Useful Links about McCormick
http://www.mccormick.com.ph. (McCormick Products)
http://facebook.com/friendsandflavor (Meal inspirations)
http://pinterest.com/mccormickph (Meal inspirations)
http://apps.facebook.com/flavorhq (Yummy recipes)

McCormick Online Store Website Launching at Maya Restaurant posted at Cebu Events Blog

Mactan Island or the highly urbanized City of Lapu-Lapu is known to be the home of 5-star Hotel Resorts in Cebu Philippines and also houses one of PH's busiest International Airport - the Mactan Cebu International Airport.
Mactan Island is also the home of Megaworld's newest township in Central Visayas, The Mactan Newtown, modelled after the company's pioneering 'live-work-play' concept, to which the fast food giant fits perfectly.
This January, the Mactan Newtown reaches another milestone with the opening of its first fast food tenant - McDonald's The Mactan Newtown which features a drive-thru and PlayPlace areas. Lots of surprises await, including a breathtaking fireworks display at night of January 7, 2013.

The opening of McDonald's will pave the way for the launch of upcoming commercial spaces as Mactan Newtown will house the the soon-to-rise luxury condominiums, world-class hotels, high-end retail shops and BPO offices. McDonald's is expected to help boost tourism in the township and in Lapu Lapu City, in general. It will help establish The Mactan Newtown's foothold as an ideal location for investors and BPO companies.

Jericho Go, Megaworld's first vice president for Business Development and Leasing Group (BDLG) shares “McDonald's will undoubtedly be a key lifestyle component in the Mactan Newtown township, since both residents and employees now have an easily accessible branch in this part of Mactan Island”

In 2012, Megaworld successfully launched 8 Newtown Boulevard and One Pacific Residence in Mactan Newtown.
McDonald's The Mactan Newtown posted at Cebu Events Blog

It is every online shoppers wish for a worry-free online shopping experience and the convenience of shopping anytime and anywhere. Moreover, great savings offering would also be a factor.
With the bloom of online shopping website in Ph, it is essential for every shoppers to choose just the deserving online shopping company that falls on criteria such as mention in the preceding paragraph.
Of the bulks of offers I received via email, LAZADA Philippines is one of those local based online shopping websites that offers attractive Deals.

Aside from great deals from Lazada, it also offers a wide-array of products and with free delivery option, 7-days returns policy, and cash on delivery. Shopper can find thousands of best deals in:

• books
• electronics
• phones & accessories
• computers
• home & living, hardware & home appliances
• toys for kids & babies
• travel and luggage
• beauty, jewelry & watches
• fashion
• sports

Lazada is owned by Rocket Internet (www.rocket-internet.de), Rocket Internet has more than 50 active independent portfolio companies including Wimdu, Zalando, Zalora, Mizado & Linio.
For more information, discounts, promotions, and Lazada Philippines updates, you may subscribe to their newsletter, like them on Facebook (www.facebook.com/LazadaPH), or follow them on twitter @lazadaph.
(Photo from facebook.com/lazadaph)

Online Shopping Great Deals and Offers from Lazada Ph posted at Cebu Events Blog

When you visit Cebu, don't missed to try the latest offering from the Queen City of the south, an addition to its array of delicacies and comfort foods. On the month of January, Cebu and the whole province is celebrating Cebu Sinulog Festival 2013. If you have plans to witnessed the country's biggest festival, don't forget to try some of the best things the Cebu can offer.

CebuBoy Belly Lechon
CebuBoy Belly Lechon is a showcase of Cebu's Belly Lechon which is now gaining popularity in Cebu. Another centerpiece for any celebration and occasional get-together among friends and families.

CebuBoy Lechon's "Pasaluboy"
Another first from CebuBoy Lechon is the coined termed "Pasaluboy", from "Pasalubong" and "Baboy" which features a innovative delivery box with lechon baboy resemblance handle. For delivery, you may call CebuBoy Lechon Cebu telephone numbers:
(032) 4060-875; 0922 484-0123 and 0917 945-5971
You might also want to visit their page at www.facebook.com/cebuboy.lechon

My Brown Bag Comfort Food
Comfort Foods lifts up your moods and emotions and for most occasions making everyone feel better. This easy, fast, packed with goodness and ready for pick up with your favorite comfort food now in a Brown Bag.
For Orders, call My Borwn Bag Telephone number: (032) 4060-875.
Visit their My Brown Bag Page at www.facebook.com/mybrownbagcebu
Cebu Belly Lechon and Delicacy for Sinulog Festival 2013 posted at Cebu Events Blog

In Cebu, Lechon Baboy or Roasted Pig sells like cupcake to both locals and tourists. Decades ago, Lechon Baboy is commonly served only during big family occasions like Barrio Fiesta, Birthdays, Weddings and other important events. But now even on ordinary lunch or dinner time are made special with special lechon on the table. The demand on this national dish has raised to the next level and the good thing is Cebuano Lechon suppliers are able to answer it. Ayer's Lechon is one of the emerging supplier who are able to satisfy the Lechon customers needs and exceed expectations.

Ayer's Lechon has currently operated 5 branches across Metro Cebu: Ayer's Lechon Mactan International Airport (Departure Area), Ayer's Lechon i2 Bldg (IT PARK), Ayer's Lechon Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City, Ayer's Lechon SM City Cebu (near Trade Hall), Ayer's Lechon SM City Consolacion (food court) with their Main Branch located at Gate777 across Cebu Country Club, Banilad Road, Apas, Cebu City. Visit their branches to know more of their Lechon by-products offering like Dinuguan, Kimchi, Liver afritada, Bopis, Taugi, Sinichon, Prichon and their latest addition, the Ayer's Spare Ribs.

Ayer's Lechon makes it convenient for customers who wants to order Lechon either your in Metro Manila or just near in Ayer's Lechon Fastfood Branches. For Online orders, you may visit Ayer's Lechon Website for Lechon Orders Online at www.ayerlechon.com and see for the details in the website on how to order. There are a lot of payment options approved by Ayer's Lechon. For online payment they accepts Major Credit Cards and Paypal; for Bank Deposits Ayer's also setup accounts that customers can use for payment; lastly through Money Transfer via MLuhiller.

You may call Ayer's Lechon Tel number  at (032) 268-0327 or Fax at (032) 231-7615.
Ayer's Lechon mobile number is 09228268133 / 09228268132

Cebu Ayer's Lechon Online Order and Payment posted at Cebu Events Blog

Chicken BonChon has finally steps-in at the Queen City of the South - Cebu City. BonChon Original Korean Fried Chicken secret's new home is in The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, Visayas' first. The introduction of BonChon in Cebu is made possible by the food-loving, and passionate entrepreneur couple, Steven Alain Yu and Pinky Yu of Avalon Scion Foods Corporation both aims to showcase Cebu as a premier destination in the country.

BonChon's menu profile is contemporary Asian and Korean-American Quick Serving Restaurant cuisine. BonChon's highlights the super crispy yet light and non-greasy original Korean fried chicken secret.

Their chicken recipe is standard in all BonChon outlets worldwide, Though some items on the menu may vary from one country to another. The Philippines offers the widest range among the international BonChon community which includes seafood, beef, rice meals, sandwiches, wraps, salads and Ko-Yo (Korean Yogurt). Here are some delights from BonChon:






BonChon have currently 28 branches in Metro Manila (Alabang Town Center, SM SouthMall, four in Makati, five in Manila, four in Ortigas, SM Mall of Asia, Ten in Quezon City, Greenhills Promenade, and One Parkade).  In Mindanao, BonChon is in SM Davao Annex.
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BonChon at the Ayala Center Cebu The Terraces is expected to serve the public by October 1, 2012.
Chicken BonChon Restaurant The Terraces Ayala Cebu posted at Cebu Events Blog

The Unilever Food Solutions Sooo Pinoy Food trip na Pilipinas in Cebu aims to show that there are many Filipino recipes from each regions in the Philippine Archipelago and Cebu is one of it with Cebuano specialty that has to be recognized for the unique flavor it adds to rich tradition of Filipino Cuisine. Thanks to Unilever Food Solutions for giving importance to our culinary tradition and continuing support for the local chefs in the ongoing innovation of Filipino food.

The last restaurant for the Food trip is Flora Cafe at Hotel Elizabeth in Cebu City. Hotel Elizabeth is just a walking distance from Ayala Center Cebu at Cebu Park District and the only Mediterranean Boutique business hotel in Cebu City. Flora Cafe is located adjacent at the Hotel Elizabeth lobby offering International Cuisine. Cafe Flora Grilled Meat and Seafood is a mixture of beef, Pork ribs, Chicken leg quarter, sausage, squid and blue marlin grilled to perfection.

Cafe Flora also prepared to Sooo Pinoy Food trip delegates their Heap All You Can Halo-Halo. A wide array of Halo-Halo condiments from Ube Halaya, Leche Flan, Red Beans, Langka, Pinipig, Ice Cream, Rice krispies, Nata De Coco, Shredded Fresh Buko Meat, Kamote, Kaong, Gulaman and more. "Halo-Halo" means "Mixed" and in the Philippines, its the Summer Favorite other than Ice cream.

Cebu Parklane International Hotel opens to serve Cebuanos and tourist alike on 2006, strategically situated just near Ayala Center Cebu in Cebu Park District. Cebu Parklane Hotel's Kan-anan Restaurant located at the 4th floor showcasing the best of Cebuano Cuisine highlighting the dishes from Malapascua Island, northern Cebu down to Santander, a southern town of Cebu. In the third day of Unilelver Food Solutions Sooo Pinoy Food Trip, Kan-anan is one of the destination and scheduled to be joined by former Tourism Secretary Ace Durano and Miss Cebu 2012 Winner Ms Pierre Anther Infante.

Cebu Parklane Hotel's Executive Sous Chef Arman Polon presented to UFS Sooo Pinoy Food Trip delegates a Cebuano Humba. The recipe of Kan-anan's humba is the winner piece from the town of Ronda, southeastern Cebu where Parklane hosted a humba cooking contest among locals.

Cebu Parklane’s version of Humba is cooked for 2-3 hours using the traditional firewood. The sweetness of the Humba is derived from muscovado sugar instead of brown sugar. Another unique identity that Cebuano Humba from Ronda is that it is mixed with Sprite soda drink.

Kan-ana at Parklane also prepares another celebrated Cebuano dish - Balbacua, a beef stew known of its thick sauce, in Luzon, Balbacua is much like Kare-kare except for the presence of peanuts and vegetables. All time favorite Cebuano dishes are then paired with Puso or hanging rice. Kan-anan is visayan term for Restaurant or Carenderia.
Discover more Cebuano culinary delights by liking the Sooo Pinoy page on Facebook or follow @SoooPinoy on Twitter.
Cebu Parklane International Hotel Kan anan Restaurant posted at Cebu Events Blog

A new player in the mobile phone and cellphone market in the Philippines has lunched their complete list of basic handsets, cellphones, smart phones and soon tablets at Maya Taqueria and Tequila Lounge Crossroads Banilad Cebu City recently. Starmobile, a local maker of quality dual SIM mobile phones, now brings to Cebu its brand. Starmobile currently have more than 100 Starmobile partner resellers located in Cebu main shopping locations. Starmobile is established by Star Telecom Alliance Resources (STAR, Inc.) with team of Filipino Engineers doing the design and research for its mobile phones.

Michael Chen, Starmobile President shares that Starmobile is more than just a mobile phone maker. With his company vision to be the partner of Pinoys dreams and aspirations, pushing boundaries in telecommunications and content development to create a new, happy, and hopeful mobile lifestyle.

The new Starmobile FeatureSmart T601i is the top of the line among Starmobile full list of mobile phones. Starmobile FeatureSmart T601i has dual SIM capabilities, a 3.5” capacitive touchscreen, WIFI and Mobile TV. The FeatureSmart T601i  deploys a 3.2MP camera and to Social Networking buffs, a built-in access to Facebook, Twitter, and Internet browsing via Opera Mobile is for you.
An exclusive mobile content only for Starmobile users, Inquirer.net and Job Market Online provides real time access to news and job alerts under the partnership pioneered by Starmobile and Inquirer Digital. The Starmobile FeatureSmart T601i is has Price tag at only 3,290 pesos.

Starmobile Jupiter B305, the Philippines the first and only mobile phone with built-in Bluetooth headset cleverly designed to slip onto the back of the handset. Starmobile Jupiter B305 also a dual SIM phone has triband capabilities, 3MP camera, and colors of blue and orange. Starmobile Jupiter B305 also has access to Social Media sites like Facebook and Opera Mini as its mobile Internet browser. Starmobile Jupiter B305 complete features inlude FM radio, music and video player, expandable memory up to 8GB, and battery life of 4 hour. Starmobile Jupiter B305 has price tag at only 2,990 pesos.

Starmobile Mobile Full Phone Reviews and Tabs posted at Cebu Events Blog

Unilever Food Solutions Sooo Pinoy Food Trip Campaign recognizes the diversity in our cuisine is exactly what makes it Filipino - Sooo Pinoy, Food Trip na Pilipinas not only visits restaurants in 10 regions all over the Philippines but also includes food shops or food stalls in food courts that practices Filipino cuisine innovation. Island Grill Express, a Filipino fast food in SM Cebu Foodcourt is one of Sooo Pinoy destination to try out their local cuisine delights.

Island Grill Express Cebu presented to Sooo Pinoy their Balbacua, a popular menu among Visayas islands, a Beef stew made from various parts it could be like tail, skin, feet and private parts, slowed cooked to tenderness also thickens its sauce or soup. The dish is a barkada favourite of all ages typically in a Carenderia scene. Balbacua is Kare Kare in Luzon except for the presence of peanuts and bagoong in Kare-kare.

Island Grill Express Cebu has been in the gastronomic scene of Cebu since 1994, serving Cebuanos savoury home made menus in food courts mostly in malls. Currently Island Grill Express is serving meals at SM Cebu Food Court and Ayala Center Cebu Food Choices.

Island Grill Express Cebu has a lot more to offer to mall goers. Grilled Pork chops, Bam-i or Pancit, Bulalo, Crab Relleno, Grilled Squid and Kalderetang Kambing. A variety of all time favourite desserts are also available like leche Flan and Gulaman.

To discover more about Visayas Islands culinary delights, liked the Sooo Pinoy page on Facebook or follow @SoooPinoy on Twitter.
Sooo Pinoy Island Grill Express Cebu Balbacua posted at Cebu Events Blog

Harold's Hotel Cebu located at Gorordo Avenue Lahug Cebu City is just one of the choices for guests with either business or leisure reasons in Cebu. With 90 guestrooms, 36 are superior rooms and 54 deluxe rooms to 9 deluxe suites and Buffet and A la carte restaurants, H Cafe in the ground floor and a resto bar at the hotel roof deck. Unilever Food Solutions Sooo Pinoy Food Trip chooses Harolds Hotel H Cafe to be part of the campaign to showcase cebuano food innovations that they do.

Harold's Hotel Fish Escabeche is cooked with ginger, green & red bell pepper, ginger, spring onions with tiny shrimps (shrimp fritter) and instead of rice, mashed sweet potato is served vis-a-vis with the garupa Escabeche. Escabeche has been part of Cebuano cuisine since the island is sorrounded by rich waters of Visayan seas.

H Cafe Beefsteak Cebuano, a marinated slice of tenderloin in calamansi, soy sauce, black pepper and onions. The beef is best served in enough tenderness and Hs Cafe style of granishing with caramelized onions, bagoong or shrimp paste (hipon in bisaya), tomato, garlic, crispy sweet potato and chinese pechay as its based.

Chef Dionesio Delos Reyes of Harolds Hotel H's Cafe presented to  UFS Sooo Pinoy Campaign his culinary delights Garupa Escabeche and Beefsteak Cebuano. The goal of UFS Food Trip is to promote Filipino dishes especially in the regions and countryside.
To know more about Pinoy regional culinary delights, liked the Sooo Pinoy page on Facebook or follow @SoooPinoy on Twitter.
Sooo Pinoy Food Trip Harold's Hotel H Cafe posted at Cebu Events Blog

Cebu CNT Lechon has been cooking Lechon for almost two decades already. CNT owner Norman Quejada with his expertise in roasting pig is the man behind Cebu's best tasting Lechon, the right crispness and its arising mouth watering aroma that no other Lechon brands in Cebu can do. CNT is one of the restaurants in the country who participated in Unilever Food Solution Sooo Pinoy Campaign. CNT continues to delight Cebuanos and tourist alike with their best tasting Lechon offering, a perfect example of revolutionizing our Filipino dishes.

CNT sourced its pigs in Bantayan Island and nearby Negros towns. CNT does not use tanglad or lemon grass in their Lechon, the main ingredients that are studd into the pig before roating are salt, MSG, Garlic, Spring onions and to make the Lechon skin reach its reddish color.

The best partner to your CNT lechon is "puso" or hanging rice, a traditional way of cooking rice in a young coconut leaves handicraft which form a heart shape octagonal prism. The young coconut leaves that is cooked together with the rice gives the distinct taste of the rice that makes good partner with your Inasal. Lechon Inasal is best consumed not using utensils, nor your puso needs it too.

Lechon making by products are also available at CNT Lechon, Dinuguan, Chicharon Bulaklak (laman-loob ng baboy) and other filipino dishes are also offered.
CNT Branches are in Guadalupe, CNT in front SM City Cebu, CNT Lechon at SM Foodcourt Cebu.
CNT Lechon in US? Yes, CNT Lechon branch is also available in Las Vegas Nevada.
Cebu CNT Lechon DELIVERY? Contact CNT Phone No 032 – 2544249. for inquiries.
To know more about the Sooo Pinoy campaign, liked the Sooo Pinoy page on Facebook or follow @SoooPinoy on Twitter.
CNT Lechon Delivery and CNT Cebu Branches posted at Cebu Events Blog

ZUBUCHON is bringing the name of Cebu, yes, the old name of Cebu during the Spanish era "Zubu". Zubuchon Resraurant in Cebu carefully roast their Lechon Baboy the old fashioned way and use as well fresh pick, home grown organic lemon grass or tanglad, green onion leeaves, siling labuyo or pepper, local sea salt and other local herbs and spices. Zubuchon Resraurant is one of UFS Sooo Pinoy Food Tour destination in Cebu with their innovative approach on Pinoy's all time favourite Lechon Baboy.

You might notice that Zubuchon's Lechon skin color is lighter than other Lechon in Cebu, yes it is. Zubuchon Lechon does not apply soy sauce on the skin and no MSG content too. Zubuchon roast pigs that weights not more than 45 kilograms since beyond this weight limit, the pig tends to have more fat content.

The process starts with a careful selection of pigs to roast, Zubuchon select native pigs over commercial piggeries. As part of the process in cooking Lechon, pigs are detoxify for several days or weeks before they are slaughtered. Zubuchon Lechon uses good olive oil. Zubuchon, in the traditional way cook the pigs on bamboo poles over charcoal.

Filipino dishes which are by-products of slaughtering a whole pig are also offered at Zubuchon Restaurant. Zubuchon LechonDinuguan, Sinigang na Lechon, Chicharon Bulaklak, Sizzling Squid Stuffed with Lechon Sisig, Chicharon and more.

Zubuchon's Lechon Mongo is a good partner of rice alone, yes it taste more entices your salivary glands even with Lechon flavour. Zubuchon did a good job in revolutionizing their menu, and i highly recommended you to try it.
Zubuchon Desserts and Kakanin are also in: Sylvanas (Dumaguete) and the famous Biko. Seafood choices are also available: Steamed shrimps with dipping sauce, Sizzling Fish Fillet in butter and garlic, Sizzling Boneless Bangus, Fried Chili Shrimps, Shrimp Sinigang and more.

Zubuchon pigs are detox before cooked. And you need also to detox yourself with the help of Zubuchon's Kamias Shake. Kamias or Cucumber tree is riched with Vitamin C, Calcium and Iron. A study is ongoing for it anti-obessity property. Less guilty while eating Lechon? Their signature detox shakes are also available in Santol Flavor.
ZUBUCHON Manila DELIVERY?
Call +63.32.236.5264 (office hours) or mobile at 0917.627.4761 on weekends and off hours. Look for Victor, Beverly, Roger or Eva.
Email Zubuchon at zubufoods@yahoo.com
To know more about the Sooo Pinoy campaign, liked the Sooo Pinoy page on Facebook or follow @SoooPinoy on Twitter.
Cebu's Zubuchon Lechon - Sooo Pinoy Food Tour posted at Cebu Events Blog 

Mactan Island Cebu's sole Waterpark facility is in the Palace - The Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort and Spa features 3 Slides among its five themed pools. The breathtaking Space Bowl is the main attraction in the waterpark vis-a-vis with Captain Hook's Pool, flowing Amazon River Pool, artificial tide pool Wave Rider, the Beach Pool and the Pool for toddlers. The Imperial Palace Filipino cusine restaurant, Cafe Amiga serves local and regional specilaties in a la carte menu of fresh and local ingredients.

In the Cebu leg of Unilever Food Solutions Sooo Pinoy Food Trip, Cafe Amiga at the Imperial Palace is one of the participants where Executive Sous Chef Russel Abarquez demonstrate to us Molecular Gastronomy techniques in its Filipino dishes. I am lucky to listen to Chef Russel explaining how Molecular Gastronomy works in his prepared dishes namely Sisig Embutido, Guava Foam and Guadalupe Mango Sheet and Octopus Tentacles, Avocado & Coconut - kesong Puti Spheres. Guadalupe Mangos are locally harvest in Cebu.

Molecular gastronomy is a Discipline of Food Science that make practical use of the physical and chemical transformations of ingredients that occur while cooking. These Filipino dishes is amazingly presented to us by Chef Russel. Other Chefes called the technique as Culinary Physics or Experimental Cuisine. Chef Russel's Embutido uses the renowned Sisig stuff with Cebu Chorizo and Boiled Quail Egg with guava sauce and Mango Jelly.

Cafe Amiga's Sisig Embutido is also served with Ensaladang Octopus Tentacles & Avocado with miled-spiced Cocnut Kesong Puti dressing.
UFS Sooo Pinoy Food Tour will discover the best of Pinoy fares in the best local restaurants, to know more about the Sooo Pinoy campaign, liked the Sooo Pinoy page on Facebook or follow @SoooPinoy on Twitter.
Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort and Spa Cafe Amiga posted at Cebu Events Blog