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		<title>Cebu Joggers Scene</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:07:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A few years ago when I was reviewing for the bar I read an article that oxydating the body tremendously improves memory. A well-oxygenated cells (brain cells) are not likely to get sick. It allows your mind to function and hold those precious information you want to retrieve at least during the exam. Out of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A few years ago when I was reviewing for the bar I read an article that oxydating the body tremendously improves memory. A well-oxygenated cells (brain cells) are not likely to get sick. It allows your mind to function and hold those precious information you want to retrieve at least during the exam. Out of desperation I obliged.</p>
<p>Engaging to a regular exercise and eating the right food are among the highly recommended activities to avoid oxygen depletion in the body.  During that time, I resolved that I will do my daily morning 1-hour jogging before hitting the books for at least 8 hours everyday.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 310px"><img class=" " src="http://laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Kapamilya.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="213" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Photo by TEDDY ESPINUEVA  http://www.ceburunning.com</p></div>
<p>Wanting to keep my early morning jogging exciting I tried several spots.</p>
<p><strong>Abellana / Cebu City Sports Complex</strong><br />
Entrance fee is P15 for regular joggers and P10 for students. Jogging here is less strenuous to the feet because of the rubberized track. This venue is usually packed with more than a hundred joggers.  5 PM after work to 8 PM is its peak hours. For variations, there are also tae-bo, swimming, ball room dancing and belly dancing sessions. Everyone is welcome to join for a very affordable fee ranging from P10 to P50 per session. No changing room but the comfort rooms are clean so you can change there. You may leave your things at one of the secured rooms. An attendant is on duty to look after your things. A major drawback of this place is the fact that the air you breath there may not be that fresh since this area is very close to the major thoroughfares of the City. You don’t want to suffocate your lungs with polluted air while jogging. However, it may not be that polluted as well. So far, I am yet to see a study on how polluted is the air here in Cebu.</p>
<p><strong>The Family Park at Talamban</strong><br />
Entrance fee is P10 to P15. Every first Saturday and Sunday of the month, entrance fee is waived.  The trees are tall. The birds are singing in chorus and the grass are green.  The jogging path is a bit challenging because of its ascending pitch and trails that are not yet cemented. It is rocky and narrow.  Fresh air is everywhere but not people. Only a few joggers come here. Most of the time, families come here for picnic, animal watching or maybe swimming.</p>
<p><strong>Asiatown IT Park</strong><br />
There was a time when jogging here is prohibited. Today however, IT park is one of the favorite jogging site especially for the mid twenties to early 40’s crowd.  It is clean and hip. Very close to everything. There are free parking on the western side of the area. A cemented pedestrian road can be utilized as your jogging route.   No changing room but the rest rooms at The Walk is  a good makeshift.</p>
<p><strong>Cebu Business Park</strong><br />
Less and less people jogs here. It’s a very big area but most of the time one can only cover a portion of it. For me, that area beside Union Bank is best place to jog. The place is secured. There are security guards on duty.  But a heavier volume of vehicles passing the road makes this place less appealing to joggers .</p>
<p><strong>A. S. Fortuna</strong><br />
Although I haven’t tried it here, I observed that there had been several joggers who passed by this stretch from Manduae Highway to Foodland – Talamban. There are a number of vehicles passing on this street, safety is a concern. There are dogs on the road from residents beside the street so this may not be a good idea for those who fear dogs. If you will run going to Mandaue Highway Seno from Foodland, you will face the sunrise on your way.</p>
<p><strong><em>Plan and enjoy. Happy Jogging!</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>TIP: </strong>To look for more places safe for running/jogging you may want to visit <strong><a href="http://www.ceburunning.com/runsafe/">http://www.ceburunning.com/runsafe</a>/</strong> Aside from a very informative <strong>cebu running map</strong>, the site also contains such data as areas where runners are robbed or attacked. It also indicates which parts of Cebu runners should avoid for being unsafe, especially at night.</p>
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		<title>Mandaue Run For Life on Mandaue Business Movement 2010</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:51:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you may know, I am now back to jogging. I will be posting another article about the different and exciting jogging sites within Metro Cebu for your guide and for you to try.
For the meantime, I am happy to announce that CBS partnered with Mandaue Chamber of Commerce for this year&#8217;s Mandaue Business Month. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As you may know, I am now back to jogging. I will be posting another article about the different and exciting jogging sites within Metro Cebu for your guide and for you to try.</p>
<p>For the meantime, I am happy to announce that CBS partnered with Mandaue Chamber of Commerce for this year&#8217;s Mandaue Business Month. The activity will kick off with a fun run on August 1, 2010 at 4:00 o&#8217;clock in the morning at the West Parking Area of the Park Mall.</p>
<p>Please check poster below for registrations and more info. Lets run and help!</p>
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		<title>Philippine Russian Business Forum @ CICC</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:40:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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This October 21-24, 2010 the Philippine Russian Trade Exhibition opens to the public at the Cebu International Convention Center (CICC) in Mandaue City.
This first-ever Trade Exhibit showcasing the world-class products of leading companies from the Russia and Philippines is a specially-added major component in this year’s Philippine Russian Business Forum (PRBF).
The exhibition will serve as [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">This October 21-24, 2010 the Philippine Russian Trade Exhibition opens to the public at the Cebu International Convention Center (CICC) in Mandaue City.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This first-ever Trade Exhibit showcasing the world-class products of leading companies from the Russia and Philippines is a specially-added major component in this year’s Philippine Russian Business Forum (PRBF).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The exhibition will serve as an educational point of exchange of cultural and economic backgrounds of both countries. It will showcase the various trade opportunities in both the Philippine and Russian sides.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Lined up for exhibition are products and services related to tourism and wellness; trade promotion and development; mining and energy; education and culture; labor, placement services and outsourcing; and retirement facilities and real estate development.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As Russia is known to have the largest reserves of mineral and energy resources in the world and is the world’s leading energy superpower, the visiting exhibitors are expected to bring in new ideas and current trends on the Russian energy market.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Russia also has the world’s largest timber reserves and may likewise promote its wood furniture industry, along with its food products, toys and housewares, jewelry, fashion and accessories, and industrial goods.</p>
<p>Exhibits for tourism and wellness will showcase M.I.C.E. facilities and destinations, tourist attractions, and health and wellness products as well as medical tourism-related services.</p>
<p>The various aspects of both Filipino and Russian education, as well as culture, will also be featured in the trade fair, including English language training and arts and crafts.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Among the highlights of the Philippine Russian Business Forum and Trade Exhibition is the one-on-one business matching and meeting between exhibitors and investors/buyers which is instrumental in the procuring of trade.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Meanwhile, the bust of famous Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy which will be mounted at the Sugbo Cultural Center has already arrived in time for this Russian-Philippines forum. The Tolstoy bust will be officialy unveiled on October  21, 2010 during  the opening ceremonies of this year’s Philippine Russian Business Forum (PRBF).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Also, one of the main attraction of this event is the exhibition of Pototsky’s paintings in the Philippine Russian Art Show, which is one of the PBRF’s major component along with the Philippine Russian Trade Exhibition and Philippine Russian Photo Exhibit.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Investors, real estate developers, businessmen, decision makers, exporters, importers, national government agencies, and local government units from both the Russian Federation and the Philippines are expected to attend the four-day Philippine Russian Business Forum.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The four-day 2nd Philippine-Russian Business Forum is organized by the Philippine Russian Business Assembly (PRBA), Embassy of the Russian Federation, and the Philippine Exhibits and Themeparks Corp. (PETCO).</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">It is being held in cooperation with the Province of Cebu, City of Mandaue, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Tourism, Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Cebu Business Club, and the Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry.</p>
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		<title>Swiss Alpine Festival at Marco Polo Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:44:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Marco Polo Plaza Cebu celebrates Swiss National Day, along with its traditional food fest entitled “Swiss Alpine Festival” from July 30, Friday, until August 8.
Now on its 4th year, the Marco Polo Plaza calls on all global citizens once more to join this exciting week of culinary journey to Switzerland, as well as celebrate Swiss [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Marco Polo Plaza Cebu celebrates Swiss National Day, along with its traditional food fest entitled “Swiss Alpine Festival” from July 30, Friday, until August 8.</p>
<p>Now on its 4th year, the Marco Polo Plaza calls on all global citizens once more to join this exciting week of culinary journey to Switzerland, as well as celebrate Swiss National Day.</p>
<p>From July 30, Friday, until August 8, Swiss traditions cross oceans to the hotel’s Café Marco, where diners can enjoy a gourmet selection as comprehensive as the alphabet. Those who come for lunch and dinner get to enjoy Swiss delicacies from Alpine air-dried beef to chocolates, cheese fondue to raclettes, roesti, sausages, and Zurich-style veal. Enjoy a world of Swiss goodness alongside Café Marco’s international buffet favorites. The Café Marco serves lunch from 12:00 pm until 2:30 pm at Php 885 and dinner from 6:30 pm until 10:00 pm at Php 1,072.</p>
<p><strong>On Saturday, July 31, the Marco Polo Plaza, to be led by General Manager Hans Hauri</strong>, a Swiss national himself, will also celebrate Swiss National Day – a truly festive affair to honor and gather Swiss nationals outside their homeland.</p>
<p><strong>Swiss National Fest dinner tickets will be sold at Php 1,090+</strong> for a delectable spread of Swiss buffet at the Garden Terrace, unlimited soft drinks and juices, great entertainment, traditional games, bonfire and a chance to win some exciting prizes. Also, enjoy a Swiss Weekend Package from July 30 to August 2, with room rates starting at Php 2,999+.</p>
<p>For inquiries and reservations, call 253-111 loc 8245 or email mpplaza@marcopolohotels.com.</p>
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		<title>Marco Polo Cebu celebrates the flavors of Spain</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:27:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Incidentally after Spain’s surprising win in 2010 world cup, Marco Polo Hotel Cebu celebrated the Spanish connection through food, Sabores de España where special guest were treated to a Spanish dinner and of course vino de España .

I attended its launching on July 16, 2010 at the Marco Polo Hotel Lobby. The event was graced by [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Incidentally after Spain’s surprising win in 2010 world cup, Marco Polo Hotel Cebu celebrated the Spanish connection through food, <strong>Sabores de España</strong> where special guest were treated to a Spanish dinner and of course vino de España .</p>
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<p>I attended its launching on July 16, 2010 at the Marco Polo Hotel Lobby. The event was graced by the no less than Spain’s Ambassador to the Philippines  His Excellency Luis Arias-Romero and Honorary Consul of Spain Jaime Picornell, Ms. Gema Pido and Mr. Hans Suri. Special performances by Pianist Maestor Jovianney Emmanuel Cruz accompanied by Guitarist Ruben Reyes entertained the guest during the short program.</p>
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<p>The ceremonial cutting of the Serrano Ham at Café Marco and unveiling of the quintessential Paella  at El Viento Restaurant at Pool bar highlighted the event. The Parade of Chefs and Waiters makes this event more festive.</p>
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<p><strong><em>Comida</em></strong></p>
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<p>The main event was Dinner where  several Spanish food were served. Among my favorite are of course the Spanish Paella, mechado , olive salad and the yummy tortilla de berenjena (eggplant). Food was savored with every little sip of Spanish wine in between. The Sangria is making me blush. The Spanish Doughnut Churros, creme brule and Brazo de Mercedes were perfect to wrap-up that wonderful Spanish dinner which surely was a champion.</p>
<p><strong>Felicitaciones España!</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: right;">Thank you Ecka, Jennifer and Belle for the invite and wonderful company during dinner, Sinjin for the picks and Doyzkie for the ride.</p>
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		<title>Cebu Blog Camp on May 22, 2010</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Apr 2010 14:43:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cebu Blog Camp is a free unconference focusing exclusively on blogging, organized by bloggers for bloggers with objectives of sharing and learning new ideas in the beautiful island of Cebu.
An unconference is a facilitated, participant-driven conference centered around a theme or purpose like blogging. The term &#8220;unconference&#8221; has been applied, or self-applied, to a wide [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;"><a href="http://www.cebublogcamp.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Cebu Blog Camp</strong></a> is a free unconference focusing exclusively on blogging, organized by bloggers for bloggers with objectives of sharing and learning new ideas in the beautiful island of Cebu.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">An <em><strong>unconference</strong></em> is a facilitated, participant-driven conference centered around a theme or purpose like blogging. The term &#8220;unconference&#8221; has been applied, or self-applied, to a wide range of gatherings that try to avoid one or more aspects of a conventional conference, such as high fees and sponsored presentations.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2010/04/cebu-blog-camp-on-may-22/">Cebu Blog Camp</a>, participants will register online. Speakers volunteer to take sessions and are allotted time-slots. Anybody can speak on any topic so long as it is related to blogging, micro blogging or any social media in general. The event is highly interactive. It is expected to find the participants jumping right in and even taking over the microphone from the speaker. There is no audience but there are only participants and they don&#8217;t give speeches they share their knowledge. The environment is very informal and leads a lot of discussions.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/cbc2010_banne500x350.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="350" /></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Cebu BlogCamp</strong> is an excellent opportunity to network with other social media users, hear about what other people are seeing and experiencing in this space and share your own ideas as well. If you are a blogger, you already have an opinion and a voice. BlogCamp is just a wider offline platform to share this.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For advertisers this is a rare occasion when Online Connectors gather in one venue. A precious moment to present your products not just to targeted audiences but also to varied bloggers who can widen your market through their extraordinary knack of making online friends and acquaintances that span to a many and different unknown worlds and undiscovered markets.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong>The Cebu Blog Camp 2010</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>is co-presented by</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.nokia.com.ph/"><img title="nokia_blogger" src="http://www.cebublogcamp.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/nokia2_blogger.jpg" border="0" alt="" width="200" height="95" /></a><a href="http://www.smart.com.ph"><img title="smart_blogger" src="http://www.cebublogcamp.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/smart_blogger.jpg" border="0" alt="" width="200" height="95" /></a></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Gold Sponsors</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://cebu.88db.com"><img title="88db" src="http://www.cebublogcamp.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/88db.gif" border="0" alt="" width="177" height="45" /></a><br />
Sponsor and Media Partner</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Bronze Sponsors</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.geisermaclang.com">Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications, Inc.</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.paddsolutions.com">Custom Wordpress Theme</a> by Padd Solutions</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.sflppmagazine.com">South Florida Party Planner Magazine</a><br />
Weddings, Quinceanera, Sweet Sixteen and Events Magazine</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Winston Delawar Photography, a Premiere South <a href="http://www.winstondelawar.com/">Florida Wedding  Photographer</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.blackfridayplanet.com/">Black Friday Deals</a> by <a href="http://www.jehzlau-concepts.com">Jehzlau Concepts</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Jupiter Suites – <a href="http://www.jupitersuites.com.ph">Free Internet and Breakfast Hotel in Makati</a></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;">Media and Institution Partners</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mozilla.org">Mozilla</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">RCTV 36 – Official Online and TV Media Partner</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn.ph/">Cebu Daily News</a> – Official Print Media Partner</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.blog4reviews.com">Blog4Reviews</a></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;">Donors</h2>
<p style="text-align: center;">Jaypee Habaradas of JaypeeOnline.net</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.cebublogcamp.com">Cebu Blog Camp</a> 2010 is an event organized by a group of <a href="http://www.cebublogcamp.com/about-us/team/">Cebu Bloggers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Fruits in Ice Cream at Ayala Center Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 04:28:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It was a strangely work-filled summery weekend. I completely submitted myself to that conservatively prepared To-Do List of 12 itemized appointments and errands which I should obediently comply under pain of self-imposed contempt.
The sun was up and burning when I was catching for a taxi ride to Ayala Center  Cebu after that nagging cellphone [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">It was a strangely work-filled summery weekend. I completely submitted myself to that conservatively prepared To-Do List of 12 itemized appointments and errands which I should obediently comply under pain of self-imposed contempt.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The sun was up and burning when I was catching for a taxi ride to Ayala Center  Cebu after that nagging cellphone alarm reminded me that I have committed to attend to a media event for the opening of <strong>FIC (Fruits in Ice Cream), Ayala Center Cebu</strong>. Looking at my insistent list, I was ready to bunk off the event in order to focus more on those that would fatten my wallet but instinctively, I succumb to the summoning pleasures of the Ice Cream, so I attended anyway.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/customer_care.gif" alt="" width="557" height="229" /></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Arriving rather fashionably late and after an obligatory chit-chat with fellow bloggers and other guests, I dig in. I had two scoops of Coffee-Late Lite and NangkaSuy Sorbetes. The contrast was intended for me to be able to at least try all their lines of ice cream. They got almost 40 ice cream flavours in four different lines: gourmet, premium, FIC lite and Pinoy Sorbetes.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">NankaSoy was very tasty. I can taste and smell the jackfruit in it. Exactly, what this store promises &#8211;  a fruit in ice cream. I can taste the fruit juxtapose with the creaminess of the coconut milk, a very good alternative for the lactose intolerant or those that have allergy on dairy protein. Other available sorbets in the market comes with a lot of air softening the ice cream making it easy to melt. I think FIC has a better stabilizer that really holds those air bubble structure together for a better texture and smoother ice cream.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For a guilt-free indulgence, why not try the Lite line of ice cream? It has NO SUGAR and with 50% less calories compared to regular ice cream. The same ice cream but less worries. Who can’t be happy with that?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/fic%20lite.jpg" alt="" width="357" height="462" /></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>The ice cream was such a welcome antidote of that stressful list of To-dos.  It has the capacity to put you in another world where satisfaction is genuine and joy is real. Simply, it makes me happy.</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>Suggested Flavors you should try:</strong></em></p>
<p>Almost all in the Gourmet line like <em><strong>Pistachio</strong></em>, <em><strong>Raspberry Rapture</strong></em> and <em><strong>Caramello con Pastillas</strong></em>. These and all for less than a hundred pesos.</p>
<p><strong>COMPANY DETAILS:</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>Fruits in Ice Cream is available in Ayala Center Cebu (3rd Floor, next to Chowking) and SM City Cebu (Upper Ground Level by Chinabank and Ace Hardware), as well as Cebu Country Club.</em></strong></p>
<p>One may avail of big discounts when purchasing the pints and half gallons at FIC Cebu depot, which is located at 13 Bauhinia Drive, Banilad. <strong>Telephone No.: 232 8164.</strong></p>
<p>Fruits in Ice cream also caters for special events such as birthday parties, anniversaries, as well as school and corporate events.</p>
<p><em><strong> Watch out for the new product lines to be launched by May. I tried their Milkshakes and its really good. Its 2 scoops of ice cream plus a little milk blended together.  For sure I will be getting it by May.</strong></em></p>
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		<title>Russian Film Festival at Ayala Center Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:52:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Another way of learning peoples and culture aside from traveling is to watch them being artistically showcased in a movie. Mosfilm Studios in cooperation with the Embassy of the Russian Federation, Film Development Council of the Philippines, Arts Council of Cebu Foundation, Ayala Center Cebu and the Philippines-Russia Friendship Society, Inc., is inviting Cebuanos to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Another way of learning peoples and culture aside from traveling is to watch them being artistically showcased in a movie. Mosfilm Studios in cooperation with the Embassy of the Russian Federation, Film Development Council of the Philippines, Arts Council of Cebu Foundation, Ayala Center Cebu and the Philippines-Russia Friendship Society, Inc., is inviting Cebuanos to learn the intriguing culture of Russia as we celebrate the 35th anniversary on June 2, 2011 the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Russian Federation and the Republic of the Philippines.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/C54-rusianfilmfest2010.jpg"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/C54-rusianfilmfest2010.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="386" /></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2010/03/russian-film-f…la-center-cebu/" target="_self">Russian Film Festival</a> is a major cultural event that brings to the Philippine audience the best of Russian Cinema today as well as real masterpieces from its glorious past.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Also, to commemorate this 2010 the 65th anniversary of their victory in the Second World War to which the Soviet Union made tremendous contribution, a photo exhibition will be mounted for the duration of the festival.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The Festival is offered free to the public on March 26 &amp; 27 at Ayala Onstage on a first-come, first-seated basis up to maximum theater capacity. The Films will have English subtitles.</p>
<p><strong>SCHEDULE:</strong><br />
<strong>March 26, 2010</strong><br />
7:30 pm Screening &#8220;The Star&#8221;<br />
9:15 pm Film Discussion</p>
<p><strong>March 27,2010</strong><br />
12:00 pm Mirror<br />
2:30 pm Vanished Empire<br />
5:00 pm Ward No. 6<br />
7:30 pm Agony</p>
<p>Admission is FREE.</p>
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		<title>UPSTAGE&#8217;s &#8220;Sa Ngalan sa Amahan&#8221; at SM City Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 04:41:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In 1980, the University of the Philippines Student Theater Arts Guild for Education (UPSTAGE) was formally launched by students whose common goal is to advocate the local Filipino Arts and Culture. The organization paved way for students who have the heart for acting, and gave them chances to participate in dancing, singing, directing, and scriptwriting. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">In 1980, the <strong>University of the Philippines Student Theater Arts Guild for Education</strong> (<strong>UPSTAGE</strong>) was formally launched by students whose common goal is to advocate the local Filipino Arts and Culture. The organization paved way for students who have the heart for acting, and gave them chances to participate in dancing, singing, directing, and scriptwriting. UPSTAGE has spread local and traditional Filipino Theater productions. It also welcomed foreign artists as long as they have helped in the advancement of the organization’s cultural productions.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">This coming Saturday , February 27, 2010, UPSTAGE will once again showcase  Filipino culture as they give life to “<a href="http://laagcebu.com/2010/02/sa-ngan-sa-am" target="_blank"><strong>Sa Ngalan sa Amahan</strong></a>”, a Cebuano play inspired from the Palanca Award Winning Play for One-Act Play “Sa Ngalan ng Ama” written by <strong>Roberto Jose de Guzman</strong>.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The play is tragic story of a family ruined by the autocratic ways of the father. It stresses the importance of family relations and how the country is shaped by the families composing it. Conflicts in the story do not only revolve around the family members but also involve the greater circles of the Philippine society. The lives and views of each of the family members carefully reflect the facets of our society.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/tarp3.png" alt="" width="614" height="246" /></p>
<p><strong>Venue:</strong> SM Cinema 2</p>
<p><strong>Schedule:</strong> February 27, 2010 10AM, 1PM, 4PM and 7PM (Gala)</p>
<p><strong>Ticket prices are as follows:</strong><br />
Php100 – regular price<br />
Php85 – student price (please show your Student ID)<br />
Php150 – Gala Deluxe<br />
Php200 – Gala Premiere</p>
<p>Tickets are available at the <strong>SM Cinema 2 entrance on the 27th.</strong></p>
<p>Please contact <strong>09224510944</strong> or <strong>09266597789</strong> for inquiries.</p>
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		<title>Fire Lanterns in the Sky on a Chinese New Year&#8217;s Eve</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:14:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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Welcome to the Golden Tiger!



In keeping with the celebration, I am officially accepting ampaos (red money envelopes) for fortunes while taming my restless mind which anticipates for the great chinese food-fest especially for that tasty duck once again. I just love the strong Chinese emotions in the air on this day.
The first good news of [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">In keeping with the celebration, I am officially accepting <em><strong>ampaos</strong></em> (red money envelopes) for fortunes while taming my restless mind which anticipates for the great chinese food-fest especially for that tasty duck once again. I just love the strong Chinese emotions in the air on this day.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The first good news of the year is that SM City Cebu is organizing a <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2010/02/chinese-new-years-eve/"><strong>Chinese New Year&#8217;s Eve Fire Lantern Ceremon</strong></a>y at the Northwing this Saturday, February 13, 2010. Rekindle hope by making a wish or prayer and releasing fire lanterns into the sky. A symbolic activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 604px"><a href="http://laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/firelantern.jpg"><img src="http://laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/firelantern.jpg" alt="Fire Lantern Releasing" width="594" height="429" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Fire Lantern Releasing</p></div>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>To join just simply shop or dine at any SM City Cebu Main Mall or Northwing restaurants/food outlets on February 13. A single purchase receipt of at least P800 will get you a free pass to participate in the said event.</strong></p>
<p>Meanwhile, here are other events to look forward to at SM City Cebu on this season of love and good fortune!</p>
<p><a href="http://laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/lovefortune.jpg"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/lovefortune.jpg" alt="" width="547" height="793" /></a></p>
<p><em><strong>May the year leads you to the path of GOOD FORTUNE. Kung Hei Fat Choi!</strong></em></p>
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		<title>Musicfest 2010: Kris Allen, Boyce Avenue &amp; Jabbawockeez Live at SM Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:56:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For American Idol fans out there, Kris Allen the American Idol 2008 will hold a concert with Boyce Avenue and Jabbawockeez on February 5, 2010 at SM City Cebu Parking Area. SM City Cebu goes international with Musicfest 2010 featuring three of the most in demand rising international artists Kris Allen, Boyce Avenue and the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">For American Idol fans out there, <strong>Kris Allen</strong> the American Idol 2008 will hold a concert with <strong>Boyce Avenue</strong> and <strong>Jabbawockeez</strong> on February 5, 2010 at <strong>SM City Cebu Parking Area</strong>. SM City Cebu goes international with <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2010/01/musicfest-2010-kr">Musicfest 2010</a> featuring three of the most in demand rising international artists <strong>Kris Allen</strong>, <strong>Boyce Avenue</strong> and the famous <strong>Jabbawockeez</strong>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Cebu%20Concert%20Kris%20Allen.jpg" alt="" width="594" height="460" /></p>
<p><strong>Concert Details:</strong></p>
<p>Producers: Channel V Philippines with Metro<br />
<strong> Venue:</strong> SM Cebu North Annex Parking<br />
<strong> When:</strong> February 5, 2010 (Friday) at 7:30 in the evening</p>
<p><strong>Ticket Prices:</strong><br />
<strong>VIP </strong>- Php 5,268.00<br />
<strong>Gold </strong>- Php 3,160.80<br />
<strong>Silver</strong> &#8211; Php 1,053.60<br />
<strong>Bronze</strong> &#8211; Php 526. 80</p>
<p><strong>Where to buy tickets? </strong></p>
<p>1. SM Customer Service<br />
2. Robinsons CEBU (inside Robinsons Department Store customer service section)</p>
<p>Buy tickets online at www.ticketworld.com.ph</p>
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		<title>Congratulations to the Ms. Cebu 2010 Winners!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:01:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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Finally, the result for Ms. Cebu 2010 is already announced in a televised ceremony which concluded this prestigious beauty and brain contest. Ms. Cebu 2010 winners were crowned last January 12, 2010 at Waterfront Hotel and Casino which was also aired at Studio 23.
I am delighted that my two favorite candidates were among the top [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Finally, the <strong>result for Ms. Cebu 2010</strong> is already announced in a televised ceremony which concluded this prestigious beauty and brain contest. <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2010/01/congratulations-to-the-ms-cebu-2010-winners/"><strong>Ms. Cebu 2010 winners</strong></a> were crowned last January 12, 2010 at Waterfront Hotel and Casino which was also aired at Studio 23.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">I am delighted that my two favorite candidates were among the top 5 contestants; Candidate #8: Carole Monique “Blinky” A. De Leon and Candidate #11: Rogelie “Roj” A. Catacutan. These two lovely and beautiful ladies were my bets, the former being an effervescent and effective host of ABS-CBN Sunday show MagTV and the latter being  a student of  the University of San Jose-Recoletos where I am part time teaching.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 540px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Blinky%20de%20Leon.jpg" alt="" width="530" height="263" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Carole Monique &quot;Blinky&quot; A. De Leon</p></div>
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<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 480px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Rogelie%20Catacutan.jpg" alt="" width="470" height="259" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Rogelie &quot;Rej&quot; A. Catcutan</p></div>
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<p><strong>The following is the  List of Ms. Cebu 2010 Winners</strong></p>
<p><strong>4th runner-up:</strong> Candidate #8: Carole Monique “Blinky” A. De Leon<strong> </strong><br />
<strong>3rd runner-up:</strong> Candidate #11: Rogelie “Roj” A. Catacutan<br />
<strong>2nd runner-up:</strong> Candidate #10: Maria Eliza “Liza” R. Zosa<br />
<strong>1st runner-up:</strong> Candidate #1: Maria Gresa “Gresa” M. Lugo<br />
<strong>Miss Cebu 2010 and Kapamilya Star of the Night:</strong> Candidate #4: Reena Elena “Reena” A. Malinao</p>
<p><strong>Special Awards:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Miss Friendship:</strong> Candidate #11: Rogelie “Roj” A. Catacutan<br />
<strong>Miss Photogenic:</strong> Candidate #11: Rogelie “Roj” A. Catacutan<br />
<strong>Miss Belo Star White Skin:</strong> Candidate #8: Carole Monique “Blinky” A. De Leon<br />
<strong>Miss Belo Body Beautiful:</strong> Candidate #8: Carole Monique “Blinky” A. De Leon<br />
<strong>Best in Evening Gown:</strong> Candidate #8: Carole Monique “Blinky” A. De Leon<br />
<strong>Best Evening Gown Designer:</strong> Cary Santiago (gown worn by Candidate #8: Carole Monique “Blinky” A. De Leon)<br />
<strong>Lifetime Achievement Awardee:</strong> Felix Yu</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With all due respect to the official result, this author wants to imagine indulgently that the result was supposedly in reversed order. Nonetheless, I convey my highest felicitations to the winners especially to the New Ms. Cebu! <strong>Congratulations to Ms. Reena Elena A. Malinao! </strong>The name says it all!</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 303px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Ms.%20Cebu%202010%20Reena.jpg" alt="" width="293" height="437" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Miss Cebu 2010 - Ms. Reena Elena A. Malinao</p></div>
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<p>Would this be another <strong>Ms. Cebu controversy</strong> or would this silenced Ms. Cebu detractors?</p>
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		<title>Sinulog 2010 Major Concerts in Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Jan 2010 07:40:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are at least three (3) major concerts that will invade Cebu’s Sinulog 2010. ASAP’s Kanto Boys First Concert live in Cebu, Ai-ai Ganda Nanay Dionisia and Sam Milby and Pokwang One Night Only. All to hit in Cebu this January 16, 2010 8:00 pm – Saturday Night before the grand Sinulog mardigras.
Kanto Boys Live [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">There are at least three (3) major concerts that will invade Cebu’s Sinulog 2010. <strong>ASAP’s Kanto Boys First Concert live in Cebu</strong>, <strong>Ai-ai Ganda Nanay Dionisia</strong> and <strong>Sam Milby and Pokwang One Night Only</strong>. All to hit in Cebu this <strong>January 16, 2010 8:00 pm – Saturday Night</strong> before the grand Sinulog mardigras.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 394px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Kanto%20Boys%20Live.jpg" alt="ASAPs Kanto Boys Live in Sinulog 2010" width="384" height="506" align="middle" /><p class="wp-caption-text">ASAP&#39;s Kanto Boys Live in Sinulog 2010</p></div>
<p><em><strong>Kanto Boys Live in Sinulog</strong></em></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><em><strong> </strong></em>Watch Billy Crawford, Luis Manzano, Vhong Navarro and John Lloyd Cruz in their first concert ever as ASAP&#8217;s Kanto Boys at Cebu Intenational Convention Center at Mandaue City, Cebu. With their special guests Pooh, The Streetboys  and Ms. Anne Curtis. This concert is brought to us by ASAP Live and MJM Productions.</p>
<p><em><strong>Ticket Prices:</strong></em><br />
3,000<br />
2,500<br />
1,500<br />
800<br />
500 (SRO)</p>
<p><em><strong>Ticket Outlets:</strong></em><br />
SM Cebu Customer Service<br />
Ayala Center Cebu Customer Service<br />
Parklane Hotel<br />
96.3 WRock</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 391px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/onenightonlycebu.jpg" alt="ASAPs Kanto Boys Live in Sinulog 2010" width="381" height="506" align="middle" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Sam and Pokwang: One Night Only!0</p></div>
<p><strong><em>Sam Milby and  Pokwang: ONE NIGHT ONLY!</em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Be there at the Cebu Coliseum, Sanciangko St., Cebu City on January 16, 2009, 8:00 PM and jam with the undisputed Rockoustic heartthrob, Sam Milby, and the newly enthroned queen of live comedy, Pokwang! These two prime performers will entertain you with their songs and antics that will surely kick off the Sinulog 2010 fever in Cebu.</p>
<p><em><strong>Ticket Prices:</strong></em><br />
Arena Tickets (reserved seats): Php 999.00<br />
Lowerbox Tickets (reserved seats): Php 799.00<br />
Upperbox Tickets (free seating): Php 499.00<br />
General Admission (free seating): Php 120.00</p>
<p><strong><em>For ticket inquiries and early reservations</em></strong>:<br />
(032) 4127523 | (032) 3160694 | 0922.4501576 | 0917.7021579 and look for Chaty, Norman or Joey.</p>
<p>For more information and online reservations, you may visit <a href="http://onenightonlycebu.com." target="_blank">http://onenightonlycebu.com.</a></p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 394px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/agnd_a3_poster.jpg" alt="ASAPs Kanto Boys Live in Sinulog 2010" width="384" height="506" align="middle" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Ai-ai, Ganda and Nanay Dionisia</p></div>
<p><em><strong> Ai-ai, Ganda &amp; Nanay Dionisia!</strong></em></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">A one night performance with the riot tandem of Ai-ai delas Alas, Vice Ganda and Pacmom Nanay Dionesia at the Pacific Grand Ballroom of the Waterfront Hotel and Casino at Lahug, Cebu City. With Hot Guests to swoon the ladies and the lady-wannabes Derek Ramsey, Jon Avila, Hansen Nichols, Chivas Malunda and Mr. Gabby Concepcion.</p>
<p><em><strong>Ticket Prizes</strong></em><br />
VIP: 2,400 (Reserved Seats)<br />
Patron: 1,400 (Free Seating)<br />
Balcony: 550</p>
<p>Surely, these concerts will make Cebuano baffled as to where to go! <em><strong>Viva Pit Senyor!</strong></em></p>
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		<title>Kraft Eden Cheese&#8217; Keso de Gallo in Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2009 01:42:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In celebration of Christmas with the whole Filipino community, Kraft Eden Cheese joins the Misa de Gallo mass &#8212; through Keso de Gallo&#8211; by feeding churchgoers for 9 mornings in 9 different cities from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, in 9 different churches with 9 carefully selected Filipino recipes with cheesy twist that highlights the ingenuity [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">In celebration of Christmas with the whole Filipino community, <strong>Kraft Eden Cheese</strong> joins the Misa de Gallo mass &#8212; through <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2009/12/kraft-eden-che…-gallo-in-cebu"><strong>Keso de Gallo</strong></a>&#8211; by feeding churchgoers for 9 mornings in 9 different cities from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, in 9 different churches with 9 carefully selected Filipino recipes with cheesy twist that highlights the ingenuity of Filipinos.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><em><strong>Christmas is magical</strong></em>. Despite the hardships hurdled earlier this year, Christmas comes with a sense of hope and renewal coupled with a constant assurance of a good life ahead no matter what. <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2009/12/kraft-eden-che…-gallo-in-cebu"><strong>Kraft’s Eden Cheese Keso de Gallo</strong></a> captures this message so well by bringing innovative native dish for churchgoers to feast after the dawn mass just like one big happy family. Good food will always bring together a family. No Filipino Christmas is celebrated without good food. It is on this aspect that Eden is able to help homemakers concoct sumptuous Noche Buena feast for the whole family.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong> Eden</strong> is known for its quality and wholesome taste. It has become a staple of every discerning foodie’s kitchen including mine. I only cook twice a year, and that is on Christmas and New Year and I never missed having Eden on my ingredients list for my dishes from the simplest nachos and salads to spaghettis and morcons. Eden has always been there to make my dish more sumptuous.</p>
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<p><div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 240px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/creator.jpg" alt="" width="230" height="192" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Mrs. Lorna Angcay</p></div></td>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">In Cebu, <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2009/12/kraft-eden-che…-gallo-in-cebu"><strong>Keso de Gallo</strong></a> was held at <strong>Fatima Parish at Basak, Mandaue City</strong>. We were served with Mixed Vegetable Maja Con Keso with some hot tsokolate. The Veggie Maja with Cheese was sweet and creamy like an ice cream. I never thought that there was a squash in it. It tasted like an upgraded yemma. This winning recipe’s creator is student <strong>Hazel Estorba</strong> with teacher <strong>Mrs. Lorna Angcay</strong> of San Nicolas Elementary School, Cebu City.</p>
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<p><div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 295px"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Alex.jpg" alt="" width="285" height="192" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Mr. Alex Tacderas, Category Marketing Manager for Cheese and Spoonables, Kraft Foods Philippines</p></div></td>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">For more cheesy recipes including those featured during the <a href="http://laagcebu.com/2009/12/kraft-eden-che…-gallo-in-cebu"><strong>Keso de Gallo</strong></a> event, this author suggests that you become a member of <a href="http://www.sarapngbuhay.com" target="_blank"><strong>SarapNgBuhay.com</strong></a> to access to a multitude of dishes you can prepare with your Kraft Eden Cheese. In fact, just very recently, on December 14, 2009 the Philippines broke the world record held by India in the most number of dish cooked using cheese in one venue. The Philippines was able to cook <strong>5,845 dishes</strong> beating India’s 4,800 record. With this number of dishes, I will not be surprise when someday an Iron Chef of America episode will make Eden Cheese as the secret ingredient.</p>
<p>Sarap ng Buhay, sobrang cheesy. <em><strong>Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!</strong></em></p>
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		<title>The Archdiocese of Cebu’s Balaanong Bahandi Book Launch</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:27:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It was not too long time ago when I proposed to other Cebu Bloggers to blog about the churches in Cebu City. Although, it is one of those shelved events for CBS, I am still looking forward for that event to be realized sometime soon. But, little did I know that there is this well-admired [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">It was not too long time ago when I proposed to other Cebu Bloggers to blog about the <strong>churches in Cebu City</strong>. Although, it is one of those shelved events for CBS, I am still looking forward for that event to be realized sometime soon. But, little did I know that there is this well-admired group in Cebu that obviously thinks louder than I do. They followed the right path and journeyed the whole Province of Cebu to showcase in photos the great religious heritage of the Philippine’s cradle of Christianity &#8211; Cebu in a book entitled <strong>“Balaanong Bahandi”</strong>.</p>
<div class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 619px"><a href="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Book%20Jacket.jpg"><img src="http://www.laagcebu.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Book%20Jacket.jpg" alt="Balaanong Bahandi (Book Jacket/Front Page)" width="609" height="480" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Balaanong Bahandi (Book Jacket/Front Page)</p></div>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Balaanong Bahandi</strong> is your ultimate guide to the Archdiocese’s architectural heritage. It features more than 260 pages of full color photographs of various parish churches in the archdiocese Cebu from the earliest missions to contemporary parishes, including all of the outstanding artistry they contain, from bas-reliefs. <em><strong>Balaanong Bahandi: Sacred Treasures of the Archdiocese of Cebu</strong></em> is published by the Cathedral Museum of Cebu, Inc. and the University of San Carlos Press.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">I was one of the invited guests for the launching at the Cathedral Museum of Cebu on November 26, 2009 for this collector’s must-have. I was also honored to meet some of the photographers who painstakingly put on their efforts to realize this marvelous undertaking to document the magnificent churches of Cebu in a color and art extravaganza. Some of them were familiar online personalities from <a href="http://www.skyscrapercity.com/forumdisplay.php?f=876" target="_blank">Skyscrapercity Cebu</a> and known blogs that I followed, they are <a href="http://simbahan.net/2009/11/26/balaanong-bahandi-book-launch/" target="_blank"><strong>Estan Cabigas</strong></a>, <strong>Lorenz Gibb Lapinid</strong>, <strong>Mark Andrew Jorolan</strong>. Other contributors are <strong>Gil Maningo</strong>, <strong>Fr. Jun Rebayla</strong>, SVD, <strong>Carlos Apuhin</strong>, <strong>Rudy Alix</strong>.  Various personalities in Cebu including the governor herself<strong> Gwendolyn Garcia </strong>and <strong>Cardinal Ricardo Vidal </strong>attended the event.</p>
<p><em><strong>There are only 800 copies left. No planned for reprints ye</strong></em>t.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Thanks to <a href="http://cebuheritage.com/2009/11/27/balaanong-bahandi-launched/#more-1176" target="_blank">knightcarl</a> for the invite.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">For inquiries<br />
Email: <strong>knightcarl[at]cebuheritage[dot]com</strong>.</p>
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		<title>Ako si Ninoy Musicale in Cebu</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:28:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ethelbert</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After its run in Metro Manila, &#8220;Ako Si Ninoy Musicale&#8221; will be shown in Cebu on Nov. 27, 2009 at the Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Lahug, Cebu City. Matinee show 4pm, Gala 8pm.

Philippine Stagers Foundation in cooperation with the Benigno S. Aquino Foundation (BSAF) through its I Am Ninoy Campaign presents a grand musicale in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">After its run in Metro Manila, <strong>&#8220;Ako Si Ninoy Musicale&#8221;</strong> will be shown in Cebu<strong> </strong>on <strong>Nov. 27, 2009</strong> at the <strong>Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Lahug, Cebu City</strong>. <strong>Matinee show 4pm, Gala 8pm</strong>.</p>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Philippine Stagers Foundation</strong> in cooperation with the <strong>Benigno S. Aquino Foundation (BSAF)</strong> through its <em>I Am Ninoy Campaign</em> presents a grand musicale in order to humanize our modern-day hero. Billed as &#8220;Ako si Ninoy&#8221;, this <strong>Filipino Musicale</strong> will give life to Ninoy as he co-relates his life to various ordinary Filipinos. The core message of the stage musical is the selfless giving of oneself for our countrymen and women and for the advancement of our country as a whole. Indeed, there is a Ninoy in all of us and heroism can also be accomplished through ordinary ways.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>&#8220;AKO SI NINOY&#8221;</strong> is PSF’s biggest project to date. Aliw Awardee Vincent Tañada writes the libretto and directs the play. ABS-CBN’s Musical Director, Pipo Cifra composes and arranges the music accompanied by the UST Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Prof. Herminigildo Ranera. Production Management is by Jeffrey Ambrosio, Marketing Management by Christian Lim, Stage Management and Choreography by John San Antonio, Lights Design by Art Gabrentina, Costume Design by Emy Tañada and featuring more than forty homegrown cast members led by Kierwin Larena, Cindy Liper, Patrick Libao, Monique Azereda, Chin Ortega, Jordan Ladra, Cherry Bagtas, Allison Gonzales, Miel Reysantos, Tere Tajan, Aliw Awards Finalist Glory Anne Nacional, Alex Dorola, Jomar Bautista, Anne Gonzales and Gabby Bautista.</p>
<p><strong>Tickets:</strong><br />
350.00<br />
500.00<br />
700.00<br />
1,200.00</p>
<p><strong>Contact Numbers:</strong><br />
Red Tag &#8211; 032-2388388</p>
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