Vol.4 No.1 February 2013CEBU’S #1 CITY GUIDE

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Maria Elena’s eponymous fashion house showcases elegant romantic evening gowns.

BEHIND THE BANQUETPink Flora Event Styling

CUPID’S ARROWV-Day Hot Spots

and Gift Ideas

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Publisher Jacinto E. Ramos

Managing editor shari QuimboCreative Director David Jones cua

layout Artist Edwin Javier Jr.Contributors Katsy Borromeo and

Hannah Lim

Photographer Jan GonzalesAdvertising amy Undaloc, Lorlaine Yutico

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Photography by Jan GonzalesHMUA by Romero VergaraSet Design by Pink FloraModel Jamie Herrel of WAFER Models

Vol.4 No.11 February 2013

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“I’ve always liked beautiful things,” says Maria Elena on when she realized she was interested in fashion. “Way back when I was little, I already loved designing my own clothes. I was just so impatient for a dress to be done. I wanted to see the result right away!” It seemed only natural, then, that the statuesque mother would eventually find herself opening The Fashion House of Maria Elena to showcase her intricate collections. “I started as a model, and when I decided to go into business, fashion came to mind. First I was a buyer for my ready-to-wear boutique, and now I’m in couture.” “I love to learn and try things out,” she says, demonstrating the spiritedness that has turned her two-year-old store into a success. “When I started, I got an assistant

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to help me with ideas, did my own research, and even took tutorials with an established couturier. The Fashion House of Maria Elena is a product of this entire experience.” Her creations fit right into the most elegant evening gala, with delicate detailing and shapes that are simple and sexy but still glamorous, though she has a special interest in dresses of a more romantic kind. “Bridal gowns have been my absolute secret passion!” she gushes. “Really, I’ve always wanted to be this princess bride with a wedding straight out of a fairy tale, so you can imagine how I obsess over details with my client as we play up each others’ ideas on how her wedding gown should look like.” Whatever she’s designing, though, she backs on her past profession as a guide.

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It almost felt like we followed the White Rabbit into Wonderland on the day we shot Maria Elena for this month’s cover. Her stunning collection looked ethereal against the beautiful backdrop created by Pink Flora, a romantic image that seems perfectly fitting for the time. Yes, the season for candy hearts and red roses is here, when people are suddenly scrambling to create a memorable occasion for the love of their life, or at least the flavor of the month. If you’re stumped on what to do, take cues from our Valentines Guide and plan a romantic dinner date. Want the extra brownie points? Grab a gift too. (Diamonds? Yes, please.)

Of course, the season of love isn’t reserved for those with a constant +1. Though it’s easy to slip into a slump of bitter diatribes over drinks, it might be better to celebrate the other loves in your life. My Valentines date will be a +3 with my lovely friends over chocolate cake, gossip and, to be honest, probably a few cocktails. It helps to stay positive--you never know, the One could be that guy at the bar who’s just as miserable as you. Happy hunting!

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“Having worn clothes on the ramp and in front of the cameras for so many years gives me an awareness of the power of fashion to inspire,” she admits. “But as the wearer, I was concerned about how clothes moved with my body, its functionality. That’s why I count comfort as an important ingredient in a good design.” Although busy on most days of the week, she makes sure to schedule some time with her family and catch up on missed sleep. “On other days, I indulge my love for photography,” she says, going on to say she likes to keep things visual. The hobby must come handy during her travels, which mostly consists of her two favorite shopping destinations Hong Kong and Singapore. “Shopping can be so therapeutic, you know,

and these places offer some of the best merchandise at reasonable prices.” With all her success, Maria Elena isn’t one who now rests on her laurels. “I’m into jewelry design and already making some for friends, so that’s in the pipeline,” she shares. Her own ready-to-wear collection might also be in the works. “I can be very ambitious,” she says, which is a trait that works for her. “I love nice things and I don’t want to settle for less.” Her penchant for nice things carries over onto how she carries herself. “I always wanted to look the best I can, wherever I am. No matter how I feel inside, I make it a point that it will not affect the way I look on the outside. I mean, I have my ups and downs, but that’s no excuse to look my worst.”

ON THE COVER Maria Elena in a lace off shoulder dress embelished with Swarovski crystals FROM LEFT TO RIGHT Nude sheer cocktail dress; Red lace and tulle off shoulder ball gown; Black tulle and lace drop waist ball gown; Silk Bridal gown with tulle capelet; ALL FROM THE FASHION HOUSE OF MARIA ELENA.

For more information visit,FASHION HOUSE OF MARIA ELENASan Jose de la Montaña St., Mabolo, Cebu City(6332) 266 87 88

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Smart launches Jump In SIM for the barkadaSmart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is encouraging young barkadas to jump in to the country’s most reliable network through the Jump In SIM – a product designed to let them stay connected with each other without hurting their pockets. The SIM comes with student-friendly load packages. Jump All Out 15 allows unlimited texting to all networks, 30 minutes of calls to five friends on the Smart, Talk ‘N Text, and Sun networks, and the use of 10 MB of data for one whole day – all for only P15. At the same price, Jump All Text 15 offers unlimited texts to all networks for two days. Best of all, students can get the Jump In SIM for FREE after just loading up P15 in consumable airtime credits. “Students are among the top users of mobile technology. This is why Smart developed a product exclusively for them. We took into consideration their lifestyle and budget to provide the perfect SIM that will let them build and enrich their relationships without draining their allowance,” said Emmanuel Lorenzana, Smart executive vice president and head of wireless consumer division. “With Smart’s superior voice, SMS, and data services, students will be able to share their Jump In moments with friends without worrying

about blocked calls, unsent text messages, and poor Internet connection,” he added.

SMART BRINGS JUMP IN TO SCHOOLS To make it easier and more enjoyable for students to avail themselves of the Jump In SIM, Smart has been visiting schools all over the country, with fun activities and prizes. Smart’s first stop was San Sebastian College-Recoletos in Manila. Students had a blast posing with their friends at the photo booth and playing Kinect in Smart’s Jump In booth. They also received cool rewards such as movie passes and Starbucks gift certificates after getting Jump In SIMs, loading airtime credits, or tweeting about their Jump In experience. Among those who were happy about their barkada’s new Jump In SIMs was tourism management freshman Jovie Floresta. “The offers are so good, and I like how our cellphone numbers are almost the same. It’s really for the barkada,” he said. “I already know that Smart is a network that won’t let us down. With the Jump In SIM, it’s going to be easier to get the guys together for a project. Now that we don’t need to worry about communicating with each other, we have more time to ‘Live More,’” he added. Smart’s Jump In Caravan has already

been to Our Lady of Fatima University in Valenzuela, Xavier University in Cagayan de Oro, Angeles University in Pampanga, San Beda College in Manila, and University of Pangasinan. It also visited Southwestern University in Cebu, University of Baguio, and University of the Philippines Visayas, and Silliman University in Dumaguete.

SCHOOLS, ORGS CAN BENEFIT TOO Smart has special gifts in store for schools and student organizations that will record a significant number of Jump In SIM activations. A thousand student activations will get a school P10,000, while 2,000 activations will get a school P20,000. Meanwhile, the student organization with the highest number of member activations by the end of the Smart Jump In Caravan’s visit will receive one laptop or a group gimmick worth P15,000 from Smart. Students may visit www.smartjumpin.com to learn which schools are included in the caravan. There they can also watch Smart’s Jump In video featuring Filipino global superstars apl.de.ap and Jessica Sanchez. Students whose schools are not yet included in the caravan may get the Jump In SIM from any of the 100 Smart Stores nationwide.

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Think Pink Flora Starting out as a hobby of crafting simple flower arrangements and centerpieces for their family catering company, Pink Flora has become the city’s authority on elegant flower arrangements and special event styling. Since the 1980s, they have had a love for beauty and a passion for making people happy, as founder Pinky Chang puts it, which makes Pink Flora stand above the rest. Of course, being an accredited member of the prestigious World Flower Council is a remarkable feat as well. With a design aesthetic Pinky describes as versatile, their range stretches across a wide array of themes, from the classic and elegant to the more adventurous-themed shindigs, styling weddings, birthdays and debuts, as well as corporate events. Sky’s the limit, or so it seems, with rooms decked out and draped from ceiling to floor as 1930s speakeasies, winter wonderlands complete with frosted plants and branches, a steamy Moroccan sunset with Bedouin-styled marquees, a garden wedding with a gazebo constructed on-site and covered in flowers, and even a traditional Indian wedding playing into her client’s fantasies. Just recently, an avant-garde young couple set out to join together as man and wife in an enchanted medieval-themed wedding. It was

a massive undertaking, what some may call the wedding of the decade with a guest list of 700. To create the look, the team brought in tree trunks, branches and twigs, gnarled vines, truckloads of fruits, and made-to-order gold-tiered trays with decorative glass plates. Every event is customized to the clients’ preferences, always beginning each project with a casual meet-and-greet to get to know them and their requirements. The result is a truly personalized service to create a unique celebration that does justice to the occasion celebrated.

For more information, contact PINK FLORA369D Tajong St. cor. Escario St., Lahug, Cebu City(032) 232 2753www.pinkfloraflowers.com

FROM TOP CLOCKWISE An enchanted medieval themed wedding held late last year; lush towering flower arrangements and foliage-covered columns add color to the white table setting; A winter wonderland themed wedding with white and frosted flower arrangments with the room set a glow in blue hue; an LED lit gazebo in the middle of the dance floor inside a banquet hall.

With their extensive experience, this event stylist creates stylish fetes that bring their clients’ floral fantasies and elaborate whims to life.

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TheBe ready this Valentine’s with charming tokens of affection to with stuttering confessions and elaborately planned dates. These restaurants around the city have sumptuous meals to share. Playing footsy and staring dreamily in each other’s eyes optional.

R&M CHOCOMANGGA“The idea came about after we started mass production of our Mango Chew,” says R&M’s Erwin Siao about how they came up with the idea of coating the Cebuano favorite with chocolate. “Unlike our regular dried mangoes, it has more of a sweet and sour jelly-like taste.” After throwing around some ideas, it seemed only natural to dip the pieces in dark and white chocolate, creating a fusion of flavors with each bite. And with the new R&M Choco Mangga packaging, it’s the chance to give out Valentines with a local flair.Available at supermarkets.

FLOWERS AND CHOIR EVENTSThere’s nothing like a big bouquet of colored blooms to instantly bring a smile to anyone’s face. Give her a little extra something to smile about with Flowers and Choir Events’ arrangements that can be ordered online. And if the date goes well, they also offer wedding planning services for the fun and romantic ceremony you didn’t dare picture on your first date.Flowers and Choir Events63. 923 979 6878flowersandchoir@gmail.com, jocelynceniza@yahoo.comwww.flowersandchoir.multiply.com, www.flowersandchoir.webs.com

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DIAGOLDThe saying “Diamonds are Forever” must have resonated in most people; after all who says “I LOVE YOU” better than a ring with a big shiny rock in the middle? DIAGOLD Jewelry takes it further by providing us this Illusion Diamond Jewelry in 18 karat White Gold setting, Tear drop Earrings with Marquise and Princess cut surrounded by Brilliant cut Diamonds. And Paired by a Tear drop Ring Baguette surrounded by Brilliant cut Diamonds. Carefully combining style,

exquisite design and carat competency to make it a truly Special Valentine!

Available at selected DIAGOLD Jewelry store 1st Level, Northwing SM City Cebu, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (032) 416-0029; Ground Floor, Cebu North Road, SM City Consolacion (032) 423-4273; 2/F Space 2135B, Abreeza Mall, JP Laurel Avenue, Davao City (082) 321-2072; Upper Ground Floor, SM Lanang Premier J.P. Laurel Avenue, Lanang District, Davao City (082) 285-1106.

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PIzzERIA MICHELANGELOTake some cues from renowned seducer Cassanova and give San Valentino’s day an Italian detour. Michelangelo serves hearty meals in a quaint and rustic setting for a casual but savory meal to celebrate with mi amore.

Special San Valentino Menu Risotto alla Marinara (fresh seafood risotto)

Pasta al Tartufo (black truffle pasta)Carpaccio di Vitello alla Rucola (beef

carpaccio with arugula leaves and parmesan)

Sorbetto di Arancia (orange sorbet)PHP 899 for the set, and PHP 999 with two

glasses of red wine

1 Paseo Saturnino, Ma. Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu City, (032) 236 4297; Unit 8 Escario Central, Escario Road, Cebu City, (032) 253 0076; Across Shangri-La Mactan, Punta Engaño, Lapu-lapu City, (032) 340 5119

LINEA RESTAURANT & LOUNGETake your date on a culinary trip around the world with Linea’s tour of European, Asian and Mexican cuisines. The open kitchen promises your dinner will come with a show, and the sumptuous creations and fusion of flavors will have you confessing your love in different languages.

Candlelight Dinner with a surprise menuPHP 580 per couple

Retail 3 and 4, JP Morgan Bldg., Cebu IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City, (032) 520 2299www.linearestobar.com, info@linearestobar.com

@LineaRestoBar

THE DINING ROOMLocated in the newly renovated Castle Peak Hotel, The Dining Room brings delicious favorites for the couple who chooses a sophisticated urban getaway for their romantic evening.

Valentine SpecialBuffet Dinner for two, with lechon PHP 1,000 per person.

Booking required, from February 1-12.

F. Cabahug cor. Pres. Quezon St., Villa Aurora, Mabolo, Cebu City, (032) 233 1811, reservations@castlepeakhotel.net

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CMYK DESSERT HOUSE

Sweets for your sweet? Although known to creative circles to mean Cyan Magenta Yellow and Black, this CMYK actually has a more teasing meaning—Chocolate Makes You Kiss. Try the sinfully satisfying desserts like the Sizzling Brownanascoth or the Letour, a chocolate-layered dessert, to find out if the sugar does make you kiss.

Kiss and ClickAppetizer + Main Course + Dessert + Drinks

With complimentary Polaroid photoPHP 599 net per couple. Valid on February

11-14 for lunch and dinner.

481 Archbishop Reyes Ave., Lahug Cebu City,(032) 260 2182, cmykmgmt@yahoo.com

@cmykcebu

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For thrill-seeking newly weds, Cagayan de Oro might just be your beat. Most popular for white-water rafting, you’ll hang on to your partner even more tightly while thrashing through the current and jagged rocks. Forty-five minutes from CDO, the 850-meter zipline at Dahilayan could be something you and your beau could brave together. Also half an hour away from the city is the Mapawa Nature Park, where honeymooners can trek the scenic river or ride horseback through the quiet woods together. With a strategic spot located close to all these places, all the necessary mod-con and attentive Kagay-anon hospitality, N Hotel is the best place to relax after all the adrenaline rush. While on your honeymoon, you might want to treat each other to their Junior Suite, which has a dining and living area and a king-sized bed, perfect for

rolling around under their sheets. The pool is a stone’s throw away, and you can dine under the stars in their poolside restaurant, Bon Café which offers unpretentious and savory Chinese and Filipino favorites. If you haven’t tied the knot yet, the modern and chic N Hotel is an excellent place to get hitched. The Archdiocesan Shrine Church or Eco Church is five minutes away and you can fit up to 300 of your closest friends and family in their Lambago Hall. Your favorite event stylist can set up the foyer for cocktails while the bare bones of the main hall make it ideal for more décor.

N Hotel is located along Kauswagan Highway, Cagayan de Oro City. For more information, please call +63 88 880-1924 to 25 or +63 917 7965211 or +63 922 8480260

Given the commission to transform a massive, old party venue in Cagayan De Oro City, the design team ADA Architects looked to modern influences to create not only an events place but also a chic and fresh three-storey hotel with 26 Superior Rooms, 34 de Luxe Rooms, 3 Junior Suites and 3 Family Rooms. Sourcing for the tiles, bathroom fixtures, lights, lamps and fabric were done in Cebu and Manila. The lobby furniture boasts of export pieces from Classical Geometry, while outdoor furniture was provided by Rain or Shine. Mandaue Foam furnished most of the suite rooms. ADA Architects is a collaboration of two pioneers, modern architects from Cebu, Arch. Arsing Abella and Cagayan De Oro-based Arch. Ed Daang. Together, they added a completely new hotel structure the adjacent old building that houses the grand ballroom on the second level and several smaller function rooms below. Part of the old structure was also converted into a restaurant and café that will cater to the hotel guests and functions. The restaurant has an indoor and outdoor dining area that opens to a resort-like swimming pool with lush greenery around. True to their signature styles, sinuous lines dominate the exterior and interiors. The lobby is filled with clean lines and curves. A grand, sweeping, cantilevered staircase wraps around a whimsical chandelier of glass balls resembling bubbles floating in the air. Bright whites and earth tones make the color palette, but a burst of color surprises the eye, as shown in a lone standing bright orange column right smack in the middle of the two structures. Colored glass cut in sexy shapes come in shades of pink, blue, green, yellow and orange. These are mounted on a dark wood paneled wall behind the long reception counter. The same colored glass accents are also used in the balcony railings overlooking the swimming pool. The changing room wall is also horizontally striped in those colors for a colorful wall backdrop to the swimming pool. A lighter colored tint in green, pink and blue is also applied in some of the glass curtain of the building.

Love is in the air in exciting Cagayan de Oro.

Lovespell in CDOINTERIOR MOTIVESby Hannah Lim

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February 2YEAR OF THE WATER SNAKE FORECASTListen to the country’s Feng Shui expert Marites Allen to discuss what’s coming in 20135:00 PMThe Northwing Atrium, SM City Cebu

February 4-15 YEE SANG PROMOTIONWith Chinese New Year set menu at Tea of SpringShangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa

February 9CHINESE NEW YEARCelebrate the Year of the Water Snake with a ceremonial lion and dragon dance, coin tossing, fire crackers display, and Yee Sang Tossing Ceremony.Marco Polo Plaza Hotel Cebu

February 9CHINESE NEW YEAR’S EVECelebrate with a Lion Dance at the lobby and enjoy an authentic Chinese dinner buffer prepared by three mainland Chinese Chefs at PHP 595 netRadisson Blu Hotel Cebu

February 9-10XIN NIAN FOOD FESTHave an authentic taste of Chinese delicacies with this exotic street food festivalThe Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu

February 10LION DANCE AND EYE-DOTTING CEREMONY11:00AMMain Lobby, Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa

LION & DRAGON DANCE SHOWDances throughout the mall to bring in good luck in the year4:00-8:00PMAyala Center Cebu

GONG XI FA CAI 2013An all-day Chinese New Year Celebration, including an all Chinese cuisine merienda buffet for only PHP220 net at the lobby, and a special Chineselunch or dinner buffet at just PHP 650 netCebu Parklane Internat’l Hotel

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February 12-18PROM FAIR, A VALENTINE EXHIBITA merchant showcase of gift ideas, outfits and accessories for prom nightThe Rotunda, Ayala Center Cebu

February 13-14BY-THE-MOONLIGHT DINNER AT KAN-ANANRomantic acoustic dinner with your choice of wine, at PHP 850 net per personExecutive Plus Rooms for RomanceComes with the romantic dinner and buffet breakfast for two at PHP 4,999 netCebu Parklane International Hotel

February 14VALENTINES SPECIALSChocolate buffet at Tides, and romantic set menus at Acqua, Gazebo, Breeze, Cowrie Cove, Observatory, Boat Jetty and Paradise IslandShangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa

LET’S TALK LOVECelebrate the day with a PHP 1,650 net per person of free-flowing drinks at Café Marco, Lobby Lounge and El Viento Pool Bar, or PHP 2,500+ per person for set menu and wine pairing at Blu Bar & Restaurant.Marco Polo Plaza Hotel Cebu

VALENTINE’S AT RADISSONA candlelight dinner at the Pool Bar with a five-course menu, with a special Valentine’s Day Cupcake at PHP 3,000 net per coupleChocolate & Strawberry BuffetAvailable at the Tapas Bar at the lower Lobby at PHP 395 netRadisson Blu Hotel Cebu

LOVE BITES: VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATIONSumptuous Dinner at the Garden Café for PHP 1,950 net, with one round of sparkling wine or soda/iced teaFirst seating at 5:30-8:00PM, Second seating at 8:30-11:00PMCebu City Marriott Hotel

GIFT OF LOVE CONCERTListen to romantic music from the country’s promising balladeer Markki StroemAyala Center Cebu

VALENTINE DINNER SHOWEnjoy a three-course dinner with live entertainment from the Level Up Band with Eva Santos and Archie Marcial, and the special participation of Bernie Uy for only PHP 800 per person7:00PMLevel Ei8ht

February 24CHINESE LEGENDS BY SMALL WONDERSA celebration of the Chinese New Year through its legends, presented through dance interpretations1:00PMActivity Center, Ayala Center Cebu

DailyHAPPY HOURLocal beer at PHP 50, and mojitos, margaritas and vodka tonic for P606:00-10:00PMScrapyard

HAPPY HOURRetro-inspired prices start at PHP 505:00-9:00PMGILT Artisan Lounge | Cocktail Lab

WednesdayACOUSTIC NIGHTSRelax with music by Soul Desire9:00PMGILT Artisan Lounge | Cocktail Lab

ThursdaysLIVE AND UNPLUGGEDEnjoy live music from featured bands every week9:00PMScrapyard

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NEW YEAR’S EVE AT SCRAPYARDCebu’s stylish crowd rang in the new year at Scrapyard Lounge. With doors opening at 10:00PM, guests were treated to music from DJs Maxie and Paolo, and enjoyed the open bar of tequila shots that lasted while there were supplies. As the Scrapyard team said with an Instagram photo of 2013’s first sunrise, “it was indeed one awesome party.”

Scrapyard LoungeThe Henry Hotel, Paseo Saturnina, Banilad, Cebu City, (032) 520 7516

Antonio Alegrado, Carlos Alvarez

and blake Go

Justin and selina romualdez

Pamela Osmeña and Meg eteve

lA reyes, ria Alazas, Katsy

borromeo and Cheska herrera

edu and Jaja rama Mariana ugarte and Miren Jarque

Kimberly lofgren, Amanda Darza, Gabe Aboitiz, Angeli Dione Gomez and Dani lotzof Chaveli head and

Joyce ChiongbianJacob and sarrita Pimentel

enrique Gil and Kate Torralba

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UP DHARMA DOWNBlackstone Productions brought notable Filipino Up Dharma Down to Cebu to launch their new album Capacities as part of Ayala Center Cebu’s Christmas celebrations. The show featured opening acts Pandora and Sheila and the Insects. Up Dharma Down then entertained Cebuanos with their signature sound of electronic rock.

Patrick, Chuchie and Jeremy Tsesemeli (blackstone Production)

Perla and Ambrogio

Maiocchi Orven enoveso and ian Zafra (sATi) Jimik, Dhee, Adot and Johnus

(PANDOrA)

sophie, Chesa and

beatrice Andreau

Armi Millare (uP DhArMA DOWN)

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aBaca BoUtiQUE REsoRtPunta Engaño Road, Mactan IslandTel No: 6332. 495 3461, 236 0311email: reservations@abaca.comwww.abacaresort.com

aLBa Uno HotEL1007 Villa Amores CompoundApas, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 505 2111, 318 1613Fax No. 6332. 236 6880www.albauno.com

aLEGRE BEacH REsoRtCalumboyan, Sogod, CebuTel. No. 6332. 254 9800, 254 9811 254 9822Fax no. 6332. 254 9833www.alegrebeachresort.com

cEBU citY maRRiott HotEL Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu Business Park, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 411 5800Fax No. 6332. 411 5801www.marriottcebu.com

cEBU PaRKLanE intERnationaL HotELCebu Office: Cor. Arch. Reyes Ave. and Escario St., Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 411 7000www.parklanehotel.com.ph

HotEL ELiZaBEtHArchbishop Reyes Ave., Camputhaw Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 231 8000www.hotelelizabeth.com.ph

imPERiaL PaLacE WatERPaRK anD sPaM.L. Quezon Highway, Brgy. Maribago Lapu-Lapu City, CebuTel. No. 6332. 494 5000www.imperialpalace-cebu.com

maRiBaGo BLUEWatER BEacH REsoRt Buyong Maribago, Mactan, CebuTel. No. 6332. 232 5411www.bluewater.com.ph

maRco PoLo PLaZa Nivel Hills, Apas, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 253 1111Fax No. 6332. 253 8910www.marcopolohotels.com

PLantation BaY REsoRt & sPa Marigondon, Mactan, CebuTel. No. 6332. 505 9800Fax No. 6332. 236 4821www.plantationbay.com

RaDisson BLU HotEL cEBU Sergio Osmeña Blvd.cor. Juan Luna Avenue, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 402 9900 Fax No. 6332. 402 9999www.radissonblu.com/hotel-cebu

sHanGRi-La mactan REsoRt & sPaPunta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu CityTel. No. 6332. 231 0288Fax. No. 6332. 231 1688www.shangri-la.com

tHE HoUsE oF cEBU DEsiGn HotEL1 Paseo Saturnino, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 520 7516www.thehouseofcebu.com

WatERFRont cEBU citY HotEL & casino1 Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 232 6888Fax No. 6332. 232 6989www.waterfronthotels.net

RESORTS & HOTELS

FASHION DESIGNERS

caRY santiaGo176 Juana Osmeña Street, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 238 0429Mobile No. 63. 917 505 9068By appointment

WEnDELL QUisiDo8-A Wilson St., Lahug, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 254 5479, 231 8830By appointment

DEXtER aLaZasNo.7 Villalon Drive, East Capitol Site Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 583 6105Mobile No. 63. 923 887 8861921 520 9695By appointment

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ViRUs BoUtiQUEA.S. Fortuna St., Mandaue CityTel. No. 6332. 239 7461Banilad, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 520 6330 Mobile. No. 63. 917 633 6733

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JEssiE GLoVa stYLE saLon2/F Pacific Square, F. Cabahug Street, Mabolo, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 236 1808Monday to Saturday:10:00am - 8:00pm; Sunday: 10:00am - 7:00pm

tHE sPa at cEBU#1 Paseo Saturnino, Ma. Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 412 0888, 416 388810:00am – 12:00mn daily

LoHas sKin cLinicPaseo Saturnino, Ma. Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 416 1171Mobile. No. 63. 933 363 2550www.lohassc.com

SPAS & SALONS

GALLERY

856 G GaLLERYBusiness Walls, 856 A.S. Fortuna St. Banilad, Mandaue Citywww.856ggallery.comTel. No. 6332. 344 3039

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CLUBS, VENUES & RESTAURANTS

VUDUCrossroads, Banilad, Cebu Citywww.facebook.com/VUDUcebuMobile No. 63. 917 710 0300917 710 0400Go for: all-night dancingPrice Range: PP

FoRmo REstaURant & LoUnGEBanilad Town Center, Banilad Cebu Citywww.facebook.com/FORMO.LoungeTel. No. 6332. 416 1990Go for: old school musical favoritesSpecialty: salmon, spring rollPrice Range: PP

DaRRas+BoWLERUnit 1&2 Crossroads Mall, Banilad Cebu Citywww.dplusbwines.comTel No. 6332. 233 0832Go for: varied wine selectionPrice Range: PP

La maison RosE371 Gorordo Ave., Lahug, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 268 5411Cuisine: FrenchSpecialty: beef bourguignon, French lechonPrice Range: PPP

sUmosamLvl 1, The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business ParkTel. No. 6332. 401 0643Mobile No. 63. 917 795 7562Cuisine: JapaneseOpens from 11:00am - 11:00pm daily

LEVEL Ei8Ht8/F Adnama Bldg., Larrazabal Ave., North Reclamation Area Mandaue CityTel. No. 6332. 236 0027, 236 0028Go for: 70s, 80s and 90s RnB, pop and discoSpecialty: Asian chili chicken wings, angus tenderloin, seafoodPrice Range: PP

oaKRiDGE PaViLionOakridge Business Park, 880 A.S. Fortuna St., Banilad, Mandaue Citywww.oakridge.com.phTel. No. 6332. 343 3820

EmERaLD isLE iRisH BaR anD REstaURantPiazza Elysia, Talamban, Cebu Citywww.emeraldirishbar.comTel. No. 6332. 421 3255Go for: British and Irish cuisine, and Thursday trivia nightsSpecialty: Meat pies, fish and chips, baby back ribsPrice Range: PP

BELLini cHamPaGnE BaRPanorama Heights, Nivel Hills,Lahug, Cebu Citywww.anzani.com.phTel. No. 6332. 232 7375, 236 0097Go for: Mediterranean cuisine and spectacular views of the citySpecialty: US T-bone steak, flat bread pizza, and grilled seafood and porkPrice Range: PPP

scRaPYaRDThe House of Cebu, 1 Paseo

Saturnino, Cebu City

www.thehouseofcebu.com

Tel. No. 6332. 520 7516Go for: artsy interiors

Specialty: mojitos and bar food like

calamares and nachos

Price Range: PP

coFFEE BEan & tEa LEaFAsiatown IT Park, i2 Bldg., Salinas

Drive, Lahug, Cebu City

www.coffeebean.com.ph

Tel. No. 6332. 412 1388Cuisine: light meals and coffee

Specialty: roast beef sandwich, sardine

and garlic linguine

Price Range: PP

maYa Crossroads, Banilad, Cebu City

www.theabacagroup.com

Tel. No. 6332. 238 9552, 238 9618Cuisine: Mexican

Specialty: pescado vera cruz,

enchiladas de queso y pollo

Price Range: PPP

GinZa J. Panis St., Banilad, Cebu City

www.ginzarestaurant.ph

Tel. No. 6332 232 5406Cuisine: Japanese

Specialty: fish head, beef, fried rice

Price Range: PPP

PasEo onE REstaURantThe House of Cebu, 1 Paseo Saturnino, Cebu Citywww.thehouseofcebu.comTel. No. 6332. 520 7516Cuisine: German, Asian and EuropeanSpecialty: mango avocado salad topped with grilled scallops, wieners schnidzeo and jajer schnidzeoPrice Range: PP

nonKiA.S. Fortuna St., Banilad, Mandaue CityTel. No. 6332. 422 3159Cuisine: JapaneseSpecialty: sushi and sashimi, tempura, ramen noodlesPrice Range: PPP

aBacaPunta Engaño Road, Mactan, Cebuwww.theabacagroup.comTel. No. 6332 495 3461, 236 0311Cuisine: Mediterranean Specialty: braised lamb shank, sea bass fillet, six-hour pork belly, chicken taginePrice Range:PPP

tHE BEVERLY caFéBeverly Boutique Business Hotel, F. Manalo St., Cebu Citywww.beverlyboutiquehotel.comTel. No. 6332. 254 8570Cuisine: American and Filipino Specialty: fresh corned beef, baby back ribs, Angus steakPrice Range: PP

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Linea Restaurant & Lounge

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Emerald isle irish Bar and Restaurant

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siam tHai cUisinEThe Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu Mactan Marina Mall, MEPZ Lapu-Lapu City; 88 JMD Bldg., B. Aquino Ave., Iloilo City; Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro CityTel. No. 6332. 417 1318Specialty: seafoodPrice Range: P

mooon caFéThe Walk, IT Park; The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu; Parkmall; Robinsons Cybergate; Gaisano Grand Mall MactanTel. No. 63. 922 706 5349Cuisine: MexicanSpecialty: chimichanga, baby back ribs and moon steakPrice Range: PP

LinEa REstaURant & LoUnGEE-Bloc, IT Park, Lahug, Cebu Citywww.linearestobar.comTel. No. 6332. 520 2299, Mobile. No. 63. 932 271 9926Cuisine: internationalSpecialty: pasta, pizza, salmon, grilled tilapia with curryPrice Range: PP

a caFéCrossroads, Banilad, Cebu Citywww.theabacagroup.comTel. No. 6332, 505 5692Cuisine: modern American foodSpecialty: burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaksPrice Range: PPP

LaGUna GaRDEn caFé/caFé LaGUnaAyala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park, Cebu Citywww.cafelaguna.comTel. No. 6332. 231 0922, Mobile. No. 63. 922 233 8602Cuisine: FilipinoSpecialty: kare-kare, lengua, paella, beefsteakPrice Range: PP

caFé DE FRancE www.cafedefrance.com.phMactan Marina Mall, Lapu-Lapu CityTel. No. 6332. 340 6938Southgate Mall, MEPZ 2 Lapu-Lapu CityTel. No. 6332. 238 3877Robinsons Place, Fuente Osmeña Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 254 3608Cuisine: Filipino breakfast and FrenchSpecialty: breakfast meals, fish fillet in white wine sauce, salads, pastaPrice Range: PP

Don mERto’s REstaURantCasa Escaño Bed & Breakfast 94 Juana Osmeña St., Cebu Citywww.casaescano.comTel. No. 6332. 253 5563Cuisine: continentalSpecialty: steakPrice Range: PP

caFé GEoRGG/F MLD Bldg., Banilad, Cebu Citywww.cafegeorg.comTel. No. 6332. 234 0887Cuisine: Asian, Mandarin and FilipinoSpecialty: fresh tomato and basil pasta, Singapore-styled fishPrice Range: PP

La tEGoLa GRoUPIdea Italia - Ayala Center CebuLa Tegola - Banilad, Busay, Lahug and MactanTel. No. 6332. 232 0344Cuisine: ItalianSpecialty: pizza and pastaPrice Range: PPP

PiZZERia micHELanGELoPaseo Saturnino, Maria Luisa Rd. Banilad, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 236 4297Hola España, Punta Engaño,Lapu-Lapu CityTel. No. 6332. 340 5119Cuisine: ItalianSpecialty: Biancanavy pizzaPrice Range: PP

caFE ELYsa 30-A Zamora St, Pari-an, Cebu CityTel. No. 6332. 414 9265, 416 6793Cuisine: local, travel-inspiredSpecialty: Elysa spring roll, salt and pepper squid, pan-roasted snapper filletPrice Range: PP

abaca the Beverly cafe

siam thai cuisine mooon cafe

Pizzeria michelangeloLa tegolacafe Georg

Don merto’s Restaurant

Darras+Bowler La maison Rose scrapyard

coffee Bean & tea Leaf

INSIDE CEBUThe latest coffee table book from Zee Publications Inc., features 27

stylish homes in Cebu.

Available in Fully Booked, Power Books and National Book Stores.

Or you can order via www.zeelifestylecebu.com

PRICE RANGES: PPP = PHP 500+ per person. PP = PHP 500 or less per person.P = PHP 150 and below per person. Prices not including drinks.

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