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9 Days of Cheese-mas with Keso de Gallo in Cebu

By Miong - Monday, December 28, 2009

It may be the season of gift-giving or Santa Claus but if there’s on thing Filipinos can relate to more than anything, it’s the food.

That’s why this time of the year, the spotlight is, more than ever, on the kitchen creativity of females who are tasked to concoct sumptuous Noche Buena dishes for the whole family. For most Pinoys, togetherness and merriment during Christmas means bonding over yummy feasts in a roomful of family and friends. Or that was how it used to be until the recent onslaught of typhoons that destroyed homes and took lives of many Filipinos.
But even if a lot of people may have lost properties or loved ones, the innate optimism still lies in the Pinoy blood and this inspired Kraft Eden Cheese to bring back the joy and faith of Filipinos during the festive occasion. The well-loved cheese brand launched the Keso De Gallo – a nationwide event coinciding with the traditionally celebrated Misa De Gallo (a Catholic Christmas tradition wherein nine dawn masses are held starting December 16, which will culminate on Christmas Eve).

a finish product Mixed Vegetable Maja Con Keso(Cebu-Visayas winner entry)

Parallel to the nine-day Simbang Gabi, Eden will bring the goodness of Filipino dishes to Pinoys in nine different towns including Bacolod City, Iloilo, Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu City, Naga, Butuan City, Laoag and Pampanga.
“We may have lost a lot during the typhoons but the strong winds and torrential rains are not enough to dampen of faith and optimism for these Holidays,” says Alex Tacderas, Category Marketing Manager for Cheese and Spoonables, Kraft Foods Philippines. “That’s why Kraft Eden Cheese is bringing Keso de Gallo, to multiply the joy of this season for families nationwide because we believe that Christmas deserves a longer feast and merry-making.”

a churchgoer at Fatima Parish, Mandaue City savours her Mixed Vegetable Maja Con Keso

In cooperation with top media outlet ABS-CBN, non-government organizations and the local government units, Eden has been setting up programs and activities in different towns, wherein a cook-off was also held for the most innovative native dish that incporporated Eden cheese participated by various schools. The winning dishes were then served as a treat to the churchgoers after the mass. Not only did the people tastes their native bibingka and puto bumbong (traditional egg and rice cakes) made more delicious with Eden cheese, they were also able to make new cheese dishes that everyone enjoyed emphasizing Eden’s versatility campaign, because we can do so much with Eden Cheese.

Known for its quality and wholesome taste, Eden has been a staple of every discerning foodie’s kitchen. From simple snack to sophisticated main courses, Eden cheese products can be relied upon to deliver great tasting meals. A versatile ingredient which easily fits in a variety of local dishes, the use of Eden cheese products is as limitless as the imagination of its user – just like how immeasurable this season’s joy is.

“With Eden cheese, we will explore the wonders of our country’s cuisine while providing an extended feast that will bring joy and delight to as many families as possible,” ends Tacderas.
9 Days of Cheese-mas with Keso de Gallo in Cebu posted in Cebu Events Blog

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Bijoux Cebu

Bijoux Cebu-Asia's Destination for Green Jewelry.

By Miong - Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Bijoux, read as \ˈbē-ˌzhü\ is a French word which means small dainty usually ornamental piece of delicate workmanship or something delicate, elegant, or highly prized or just to cut short it means "Jewel" or jewelry.
BIJOUX CEBU “Asia’s Destination for Green Jewelry” – Spring-Summer 2010 Collection is an international trade exhibition of fashion jewelry and accessories showcasing exclusively Philippine-made products in an event designed to be both a commercial and social experience. Happening on dates September 26-28, 2009 at the Prestige location of Shangri-la’s Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu, Philippines.
This international event is absolutely free as its a Trade-only Exhibition organize by Fashion Accessories Manufacturers and Exporters Foundation Philippines, Inc. (FAME Foundation) and is well supported by Private and Government Agencies to name some: Export Development Council, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Tourism, Department of Science and Technology, Department of Environment and Natural Resources and Provincial Government of Cebu.
As I may have foreseen, these event would surely atrracts crowd as I will mention the following event hightlights that is store for us:

An Exhibition of the latest designs and Philippine-widest selection of eco-fashion accessories and raw materials for the Spring-Summer 2010, Eco-chic Collection;
Top 100 looks is the main theme lifestyle setting with a wide array of design galleries for men’s bags and jewelry, footwear, bridal Accessories, children’s and teen’s jewelry, resort hats, ecologically correct fabric-based accessories, and refuse re-use jewelries, Cebu’s Top Couturiers’ Work on Display, Reception Area;
Daily Fashion Shows featuring Eco Chic Collection 2010 with a theme: “Inter-continental Green – Bijoux Cebu selling to the 5 continents on Earth”Opening ShowGo Green Show Eco-Chic 2010; “Green World Premiere”
Buyers’ Reception Night Show
Gala Show “Green parterre 2010” (Resort/Chill-out wear/Haute Couture/Evening Wear0Regular ShowsLadies Accessories “Inter-continental Green”
Men’s Accessories “Men’s Environ”
Specialized Product Category Shows
Footwear Show “Step-in Green”
Bag Show “Bagging Green” (Men’s & Ladies)
Hat Show “Green House”
Textile-based Accessories “Eco-Fab”
Refuse Reuse Jewelry “Pro Vouge Pro Green”
Bridal Accessories Show “Yes I Do”
Hot Bikini Accessories Show (Men & Women) “Green Salad”Matinee ShowChildren’s Show “Green Party” (theme parties, beach, poolside party, Sunday’s best)
Packet Show Desiño Sugbu “New Green Show”
Closing Show “Green Reality Show”
On-the-Spot Stranding and Design Competition representing an eclectic mix of seasoned Filipino artists and upcoming designers in the industry
A Craft Demonstration Area where buyers can observe expert artisans demonstrating different techniques in the design and construction of accessories
Product Development Services for buyers to have on-the-spot sampling and actual production of customized accessories
Green Components Competition for exporters to come up with new, exclusive and original raw materials, compoents and products that were not brought to other international shows
A Cash & Carry Area where buyers can buy ready stocks of fashion accessories or raw materials at discounted rates of up to 30% off
A special showcase featuring Philippine natural fibers and components will be highlighted in celebration of the International Year of Natural Fibers.
Daily social functions for both buyers and exhbitors
Special trips to factories for behind-the-scenes peeks at the industry
Special trip to FAME Foundation’s tree plantation under its Go Green project

With Cebu being the capital of the Philippine fashion accessories industry, the exhibit will be featuring primarily Cebu-based manufacturers and exporters, along with companies from other parts of the Philippines. Exhibition will be showcasing costumer jewellery, bags, sandals, and components, all sourced from natural resources and indigenous raw materials found in the Philippines. As they give their objectives:

To provide buyers with strong business opportunities in a relaxed, vacation
atmosphere, focusing on building relationships and goodwill;
To create an opportunity to thank the buyers for their continued support and appreciation of the Philippine Fashion Accessories industry; and
To present buyers with the widest-range of Philippine green jewelry on location in Cebu, which is the capital of the fashion accessories industry in the Philippines.

For more info here are the Event organizers contact info:
Bioux Cebu SecretariatCebu FAME Foundation
Costume Jewelry Center, Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City, Philippines
Telephone Nos. +6332 2550851, 2550861
E-mail Address: info@cebufame.com.ph
Website: http://www.bijouxcebu.com/
and
Jodie Lynn Go Soontit
Crinnovent Corporation
Suite 208, Foodland Building, Banilad, Cebu City
Telephone Nos. +6332 3472987, +63 9209206416
E-mail Address: jgsoontit[a]hotmail.com

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