Urbanfolio is a television show that aims to become Cebu's handbook when it comes to Cebu's architecture, Interior and product designs. Urbanfolio is available at Amazing Cebu Channel 54. Urbanfolio is a program that explores Cebuano culture and design, allowing people to apply design solutions and think differently as well as encourage Filipinos to support locally-crafted products, furniture and designs.

Urbanfolio will bring the best of Cebu design straight into your home from trendy bars, luxurious private rest houses, established designers and the local scene of music and any forms of talents.
The 30 minute program will likely to have at least several segments which includes segment called "Public Access" which focuses on one of a kind design and style of Cebu restaurants, business, bars, resorts, condominium, etc. "Spotlight Designer" is a segment in Urbanfolio which will showcase a Cebuano designer or a person affiliated with Cebu-based design trade in an interview about their works and projects.
Urbanfolio will also feature a segment "The Green Files" with prime content for sustainability of design and any environmental conservation involvement of the design. "Private Space" will let you glimpse to an exclusive private homes within Cebu, could be mountain rest houses, city condos, etc.
Lastly, "High 5" Interview is the most unique for Urbanfolio, this is as set of 5 fast specific design questions that will be answered by the person being interviewed.
Urbanfolio will be hosted by the Filipina-Australian, International Academy of Film and Television, Irena Byriel.
Urbanfolio Television show at Amazing Cebu Channel 54 posted at Cebu Events Blog

GT Cosmetics Manufacturing, a Cebu based beauty soap maker officially acquaint the public with their first Product Endorser, a Cebuana and host of ABS-CBN Mag-TV Na Phoebe Kaye Fernandez. Another significant reached for this year as GT Cosmetics celebrates 18th year with a great presense in its niche in the beauty industry. GT owner Engr. Leonora B. Salvane said “We decided to have a Cebuana because our product is Cebuano-made, "To ensure continued patronage of our products, we realized the effectiveness of a celebrity endorser to promote them.”

GT Soaps is founded on 1994, now virtually captured a nationwide market, GT has seen the need not only to protect its market but to strengthen it further by having someone credible to endorse its products. GT Cosmetics made its products amongst the sought-after brands in the country today with the help of the so-called word of mouth, which really a big help.
Phoebe Kaye Fernandez is an ABS-CBN talent and Bisaya indie film actress who is young, vibrant, fair-complexioned, and beautiful inside out. “For us, Phoebe perfectly fits the bill,” Salvane said. “We know she can help us capture the young audience.” “Furthermore, Phoebe and her mother both use GT products,”
More about GT Cosmetics Endorser, Phoebe Kaye Fernandez is a registered nurse after graduating magna cum laude from the University of San Carlos in 2008. She also emerged first runner-up in the Miss Mandaue contest of the same year.
In 2011 Sinulog Short Film Festival, Phoebe was named Best Actress for her role in “Biyahe” and was nominated Best Actress in the Cinema One Film Festival for her portrayal as a psychic in “My Paranormal Romance.”
Phoebe Kaye Fernandez formally signed the memorandum of agreement (MOA) with GT Cosmetics last March 30 (Friday) at the Cabalen Restaurant in SM City Cebu.
GT Cosmetics new Product Endorser Phoebe Kaye Fernandez posted at Cebu Events Blog

Any dress is bound to looking even better on you when you accessorize it. There are a variety of ways you can do these. When it comes to accessorizing your dress you have a variety of styles to choose from. Purses are very good accessories and you should choose the best one there is to match your outfit. Many women who for so many years were interested in purchasing cruelty free eco-friendly purses and other accessories which limited them to a repeated type of collection.

For an occasion in which you want to wear a floral dresses you should choose accessories that compliment you dress. Many women today have embraced the vegan purses and accessories. These accessories are not just for the vegan eco-conscious woman. They come with a variety of style for all women from all lifestyles. Back in the day there were little options to go with but now women have the privilege of buying something that they like. A purse is an accessory that women can’t do without. Therefore women should pick purses and handbags that are durable and fashionable. You probably want a beautiful purse for dress.
A friendlier purse is the vegan purses which is different from animal by products. This is because they show every colour and print imaginable in different sizes. You will also love products that are totally vegan which made from recycled materials. There are many designers out there who have shown commitment to making vegan accessories. A quick search on the internet you will give you a number of results of eco- friendly bags. These eco-friendly bags are becoming more and more popular with people today. Their prices are quite affordable and the fact that they do not harm the environment is a major plus for the designers.
Accessorizing your Floral Dress posted at Cebu Events Blog

Easter Sunday or Paschal of Resurrection has been observed just as we do celebrate Christmas in the 25th of December also known as Paschal of Nativity. Easter Sunday is one of the vital feast celebration as per Filipino tradition and in fact some towns makes Easter Sunday a Festival i.e. Minglanilla Cebu Sugat or Kabanhawan Festival.
Easter Sunday activities in Cebu are also treasured in Malls, Cebu Hotel Resorts and Restaurants. Mövenpick Resort and Spa Cebu invites Families and beach hobbyists to spend Easter Sunday with Easrter-rific fun games and prizes. Easter Sunday Activities for children includes Painting Easter eggs, Playing fun games, and Cuddling real Bunnies and chicks at Mövenpick Resort and Spa Mini Farm where the Great Easter Egg Hunt also takes place.

Your Family will love the prizes Mövenpick are giving away for winners of the Easter egg hunt, including a grand prize of P4,000 worth of food and beverage vouchers to be enjoyed at Vanilla Beach Café.
Mövenpick Resort Day used or Day Splash Package.
You can also spend Easter Sunday with whole family at the Mövenpick Resort and Spa Cebu with Day Splash package for only P1,880 nett for adults and P500 nett for children which includes use of the beach, swimming pool, games room and gym, buffet lunch at Vanilla Beach Café, high tea at the Lobby Lounge with a dessert caddy and coffee or tea, 15% discount on services at Spa del Mar, and 15% off all Water Sports.
Just add P300 per child to be a part of all the exciting Easter activities and prizes.
For inquiries, please call Mövenpick Phone number at (032) 492-7777 or e-mail at resort.cebu@moevenpick.com.
Day Splash Package at Mövenpick Resort and Spa Cebu posted at Cebu Events Blog

The Aboitiz Group observes Earth Hour 2012 with its efforts to reduce Carbon footprint by partnering with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Cebu City Government. The Aboitiz Group and its partners will join millions of filipinos and worldwide in turning off inessential lights for an hour, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on March 31, 2012, to conserve energy and lessen carbon dioxide emissions.
This year’s Earth Hour theme is “Uniting Filipinos to Protect the Planet” The World Wildlife Fund will have a live streaming broadcast of the simultaneous Earth Hour activities taking place in Philippine cities like Manila and Davao. A messages of President Benigno Aquino III and international leaders of WWF will also be expected. Before the start of Earth Hour co-founder Andy Ridley will deliver his keynote message, which will also be shown through live streaming.
Here are some of the Earth Hour Activities prepared by Aboitiz Group:

• Essay-writing and Poster-making Contests - High school and college students at The Persimmon Plus in Barangay Mabolo, Cebu City.
• Aboitiz Group team members and residents of Cebu City’s 80 barangays will walk 5:30 pm from the Fuente Osmeña to the Plaza Independencia as their way to support global environmental initiatives.
• Eco-Bazaar - Display of recycled items from waste and organic food at The Persimmon Plus.
• Cebu Trivia Night Earth Hour Edition 6pm at The Persimmon Plus. For interested teams, contact 411-1610 or 09232062030
• Percussion Music, Fire Dancers, The Core Serenata, Acoustic Band and Fashion Show still at The Persimmon Plus.

Erramon Aboitiz, Aboitiz Group President & CEO will lead Group executives in the shut-off ceremony. He will be joined by Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama, Miss Earth 2008 Karla Henry, Miss Cebu 2012 Pierre Anther Infante and her court, and WWF representatives.
Various activities are being developed across the Group through its five sustainability pillars of Reduce, Reuse/recycle, Rejuvenate nature, Renewable energy and Recharged communities. The Aboitiz Group has adopted sustainability as a strategic goal in the operations of its various businesses striking a balance among People, Planet and Profit.
Abotiz Earth Hour Activites at the Persimmonn Plus posted at Cebu Events Blog

KANEBO Cosmetics brings to Cebu City "Feel Your Beauty" Make-up Workshop on Thursday, February 23, 2012 2pm to 6pm at Marriott Hotel Cebu. The event is a Basic Make-up Workshop of Kanebo Cosmetics with Mr. Jessie Glova from Cebu to host the entire Make-up Workshop and a Special guest from Malaysia, Kanebo's Chief Trainer, Ms. Jenny Liang. Kanebo Make-up Workshop is more on Personal Make-up 1-day training. There will be a minimum fee of P500 only which is fully redeemable with Kanebo products. All participants will receive a special treats from Kanebo.

• Make-up Artist will host a 1-day basic make-up training. (personal make-up)
• Make-up Artist  will use Kanebo Cosmetics, will demo how to use the products properly.
• Make-up Artist  will teach Day and Night Make-up.
• Participants should bring their own make-up tools and basic make-ups.
• Special guest will give brand info, skin care or make-up description to the client.
• A Private sale- 15% on all Kanebo Products, the P500 fee for the workshop will be deducted to the products that they will buy.
• Bring-a-friend and get additional 5% off (will be added to the one who bought a friend)
• Cocktails will be served.

To Reserve slot/s, Just drop an Email or Send a Text Message with your particulars (full name, mobile number, email address) and the number of participants attending this workshop before 22 February 2012, to:
Ms. Yannie- +63 922-8672309/+632 584-7853 / +632 910-0056/ yannie.kanefil@gmail.com
Mr Jessie Glova- +63 917-6222747/ 032-2361808/ jr_glova@yahoo.com
Ms. Judith- +63 905-7735789
All participants may pay to Mr. Jessie or Ms. Judith.

KANEBO Cosmetics Second Event in Cebu this February is "The Impress Counter Promotion". A 3-day event that starts on February 24 to 26, 2012 from 12 noon until 6 pm at Rustan’s Ayala Center Cebu (Kanebo counter).

The Impress Counter Promotion Event for Skin Care Products of Kanebo:

• 10% on all Kanebo products.
• Special guest from Malaysia: Ms. Jenny Liang (Kanebo Chief Trainer)
• Complimentary Skin Consultation with the Chief Trainer.

This Kanebo Cosmetic Event is open for all.
Kanebo Cosmetics Make Up Workshop and Counter Promotion posted at Cebu Events Blog

MOSBEAU Whitening Products, Skin Whitening Product from Japan. Mosbeau debut in the Philippine market in 2008 by offering its clinically proven safe products to the dermatologists in the country. A year after, Mosbeau launched two of its whitening products in the Philippines. The Mosbeau Placenta White Supplement and Mosbeau White Underarm & Inner Thigh Cream, a dedicated underarm whitening cream which are now widely-available in leading drugstores and cosmetic stores in Metro Manila, Cebu and other major Cities.

MOSBEAU PLACENTA WHITE ALL-IN-ONE SET. (Price: Php 1680.00)
Mosbeau Placenta All in one set is a package of whitening, anti-aging, moisturizing, UV Protection and peeling beauty benefits. The Mosbeau all in one set is composed of the following mosbeau whitening products:
1. Mosbeau Placenta All in One Facial Soap (Price: Php 400.00)
Peels the skin to treat skin conditions like fine lines and wrinkles, hyper- and de-pigmentation, spots and excessively dry skin. The impurities are locked into the bubbles and washed away leaving you with rejuvenated skin.
How to Apply/Use: Wet the foaming net then insert the soap. scrub to create a rich lather. Squeeze off the foam from the net and apply on the face and neck. Lightly massage the foam all over using an upward circular motion. Leave for a few minutes before rinsing well with water.
2. Mosbeau Placenta All in One Facial Cream (Price: Php 1480.00)
Mosbeau Placenta All in One Facial Cream are easily absorbed by the skin, non-sticky, effective for all skin types and act as a great make up base. Made from the choicest ingredients to achieve the beauty benefits of skin whitening, anti-aging, moisturizing and UV protection.
How to Use/Apply: After washing face, lightly pat face dry leaving the skin still a bit damp. Scoop an ample amount of cream and massage all over your face and neck using an upward, circular motion.
 * Images and some info referred from Mosbeau Website www.mosbeau.com.ph
MOSBEAU Placenta Whitening Products, Soap and Cream posted at Cebu Events Blog

3rd Runner Up Rosemary J. Gore, 1st Runner Up Teffanie Lene E. Llamada, Miss Cebu 2011 MIA ZEEBA M. FARIDON, 2nd Runner Up Vanessa Claudine M. Ammann , 4th Runner Up Aiko Lyanne E. Serrano

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Update: Sinulog 2014 Schedule of Activities and Events.
Two months more and its time again for The Mother of all festivals, Cebu Sinulog 2011 on January 16, 2011 (every 3rd Sunday of January). As early as now Sinulog 2011 Schedule of Activities and Events are drafted by specific Committees. Some tips for Sinulog 2011 Vistors and Tourists. As early as now it is likely to choose your best Cebu Accomodations in your visit in the grandest Festival at the beginning of the year. Many ways like choosing the Cheapest Hotel in Cebu for you stay. The nearest Hotel Resort in Cebu or the ideal Beach Resort Hotel in Mactan Island where you can relaxed after the Sinulog. So draft your list now and see you in the Sinulog 2011.

Sinulog 2011 Schedule of Activites and Events.
January 06, 2011 (Thursday) – Sinulog 2011 Opening Salvo, Walk with Jesus
January 07, 2011 (Friday) – Sinulog Festival 2011 Kick-Off
January 08, 2011 (Saturday) – Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan
January 09, 2011 (Sunday) – Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Dakbayan
January 12, 2011 (Wednesday) – Miss Cebu 2011 Coronation Night-6:30pm
January 13, 2011 (Thursday) – Sinulog Festival Queen Photo Shoot
January 14, 2011 (Friday) – Walk With Mary, Translacion, Cebu Pop Festival, Sinulog Festival Queen Competition
January 15, 2011 (Saturday) – Fluvial Procession, Solemn Foot Procession, 3rd Sinulog Pyrofest, Kasadya Nite Mardi Gras
January 16, 2011 (Sunday) – Sinulog Festival 2011 31st Grand Parade
January 17, 2011 (Monday) – Sinulog 2011 Awarding Ceremonies
January 21, 2011 (Friday) – Hubo (Basilica del Sto Niño)

Basilica del Sto. Nino Schedule of Activites
Sinulog 2011 Schedule of Activities, Events

Dec. 1, 2010 – Jan. 31, 2011 - Sinulog Street Fair, Osmeña Blvd.

Jan. 2, 2011 (SUNDAY) - Sinulog Fun Run

Jan. 06, 2011 (THURSDAY) - Opening Salvo: Walk with Jesus
4:00 AM - Assembly Time (Area) Fuente Osmeña
4:30 AM - Start of Walk-Fuente Osmeña Blvd. – Basilica del Sto. Niño
5:30 AM - Installation of Hermano & Hermana Mayores 2011

Jan. 7, 2011 (FRIDAY) - Sinulog 2011 Kick Off

Sinulog Photo Exhibits through the years at SM City Cebu, Ayala Center Cebu, MCIAA
2:00PM - Solemn Mass (Basilica del Sto. Niño)
3:00 PM - Launching Parade (Basilica del Sto. Niño to Cebu City Sports Center)
7:00 PM - Opening and Launching Program, Fuente Osmeña featuring Mandaue City Children’s Choir, Dance Sports Team Cebu and Dance Troupes from Cebu’s schools and universities
7:30 PM - Ms. Cebu 2011 Presentation, Fuente Osmeña
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM - Sinulog Street Party Bands

Jan. 8, 2011 (SATURDAY) - Sinulog sa Kabataan – Lalawigan
1:00 PM - Parade of Participants, Capitol Site to Cebu City Sports Center
2:00 PM - Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan, Cebu City Sports Center
4:30 PM - Awarding of Winners
6:30 PM - Sinulog Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) DepEd, Cebu Province
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:30 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 9, 2011 (SUNDAY) - Sinulog sa Kabataan - Dakbayan
4:00 AM - Cebu City Sinulog 2011 Marathon
1:00 PM - Parade of Participants, Plaza Independencia to Cebu City Sports Center
2:00 PM - Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Dakbayan, Cebu City Sports Center
4:30 PM - Awarding of Winners
6:30 PM - Sinulog Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) University of San Carlos
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 10, 2011 (MONDAY)
6:30 PM - Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) University of Cebu
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 11, 2011 (TUESDAY)
7:30 PM - Cultural show (Fuente Osmeña) University of San Jose-Recoletos and Cebu Institute of Technology - University
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 12, 2011 (WEDNESDAY)
9:00 AM - Airport Welcome (Balikbayan Flights)
6:30 PM - Cultural Shows (Fuente Osmeña) University of Southern Philippines-Foundation and Salazar College of Science and Institute of Technology
7:00 PM - Ms. Cebu 2011 Coronation Night, Waterfront Lahug Hotel
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 13, 2011 (THURSDAY)
9:00 AM - Airport Welcome (Balikbayan Flights)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM - Photo Shoot Sinulog Festival Queen , SM City Entertainment Plaza
7:00 PM - Sinulog Festival Queen Parade of Costumes at SM Northwing Lobby
6:30 PM - Cultural Shows (Fuente Osmeña) Cebu City Division
6:00 PM - Balik Cebu, Welcome Party at Ayala Center Cebu
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
8:00 PM - Handumanan at Ayala Terraces
9:00 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 14, 2011 (FRIDAY) - Visual Merchandising Contest (Dept. Stores and Malls)
4:00 AM - Walk with Mary (Area) Fuente Osmeña to Sto. Niño
7:00 AM - Misa de Translacion (Motorcade)
9:00 AM - Solidarity Meeting (All Competing Contingent / Floats / Higante / Puppteers) at Cebu City Sports Center Gym
6:30 PM - Cultural Shows (Fuente Osmeña) (Cebu Normal University, Abellana National High School and Asian College of Technology)
7:30 P.M - Cebu Popular Music Festival, Cebu Coliseum
7:30 P.M - Sinulog Festival Queen 2011, Cebu City Sports Center
8:00 PM - Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM - Concert at the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

Jan. 15, 2011 (SATURDAY)
6:00 AM - Fluvial Procession of the Miraculous Image of Sto. Niño
8:00 AM - Vibration and Big Bike Rally by Vmax Owners Group
9:00 AM - Re-enactment of the Baptism of Queen Juana and Rajah Humabon Basilica del Sto. Niño
2:00 PM - Solemn Procession of the Miraculous Image of Sto. Niño
7:00 PM - Sinulog Fireworks Competition at SM City Cebu
7:00 PM - Sinulog Street Party at Fuente Osmeña and Plaza Independencia
8:00 PM - Gala – Passionata a Cultural Heritage Celebration in Honor of Sto. Niño de Cebu at SM Cinema I
8:00 PM - Kasadya Nite Mardi Gras at Ayala Center Cebu
8:00 PM - Handumanan Concert, USP-F Theater for the Performing Arts

Jan. 16, 2011 (SUNDAY) - SINULOG GRAND PARADE
4:00 AM - Mañanita Mass at Basilica del Sto. Niño
6:00 AM - Pontifical mass with His Eminence Ricardo J. Cardinal Vidal
9:00 AM - Sinulog Grand Parade Carousel Kick Off
7:00 PM - Sinulog Grand Fireworks, Cebu City Sports Center
7:30 PM - Street Party Bands, Fuente Osmeña

Jan. 17, 2011 (MONDAY)
1:00 PM - Awarding Ceremonies, Cebu City Sports Center

Jan. 21, 2011 (FRIDAY) - “HUBO”
4:00 AM - “HUBO Mass” Ritual at Basilica del Sto. Niño

Jan. 29, 2011 (SATURDAY)
1:00 P.M - Awarding Ceremonies Sinulog Photo Contest and Video Documentary Contest / Sinulog Short Film Festival
Jan. 31 – Feb. 10, 2011 - Photo Exhibits "Winning Photos Sinulog 2011" at SM City Cebu
Miss Cebu 2011 Candidates Finalists and Winners.

Click here for Miss Cebu 2011 Winners
And Cebu is really enriched not only in Tourist Spots aspect but also The Beauty of the Cebuanas. Every year Cebu really produces these Ambassadors of Beauty and Tourism. To present the Candidates of Miss Cebu 2011. Here are the 12 lovely Cebuanas that will compete for the Prestigious title of Miss Cebu 2011. Miss Cebu 2011 Winners will be announced on the Coronation Night is on January 12, 2011.

Miss Cebu 2011 Activites and Events are prepared for spectators. Side events like Launching at Fuente Osmeña Circle during the Sinulog Launching and Parade. Personality Development and Tour for Ms. Cebu Finalists. Tv and Radio Guestings by Ms. Cebu Finalists.
Sinulog 2011 Schedule of Activities Events and Miss Cebu 2011 Finalists psoted at Cebu Events Blog.

This years Sinulog 2010(January 16&17, 2009) will once again bears a one-of-a-kind beauty pageant of the rest, The Miss Cebu 2010 which Presentation of Candidates will be on Januray 8, 2009 at Fuente Osmeña Circle and Pageant proper on Januray 12, 2010. For Sinulog 2009 trackbacks, visit here Cebu Events Blog.

Miss Lapu-Lapu 2009 usually will be held in the City's Auditurium just a few meters from the Virgen de Regla National Shrine. The Virgen de Regla Church is besides Saint Alphonsus Catholic School Compound.

One thing for sure, the Pageant will be on November 20. Drop by venue during those days and be witnesse  what Lapu-Lapu Fiesta can offer to you.

Thanks to Herlie Kim Artugue and Kay Marie Berangel for the Photos.

Miss Cebu 2009 Wacky Post.

The Finalist-Miss Cebu 2009.