OTOP products displayed at ANP-Negros Showroom

Top products of various towns and cities of Negros Occidental have found a home at the ANP-Negros Showroom in Bacolod City with the launching of the “One Town, One Product” yesterday, coinciding with the celebration of the Department of Trade and Industry-led “Small and Medium Entrepreneurs Week.”

Engiemar Tupas, officer-in-charge of the DTI-Negros Occidental, said their agency, the lead implementor of OTOP program, is grateful for the Association of Negros Producers for giving the towns and cities the opportunity to showcase their products.

“This is a result of the meeting of SME Development Council. With the SME Week celebration, we thought of coming up with this small exhibit,” Tupas said.

“What is good is these products are already available here (at the Negros Showroom). They (buyers) no longer have to go directly to the towns and cities, and they can get it here at very reasonable prices,” he added.

OTOP allows local chief executives to take the lead in identifying, developing, and promoting a specific product or service which has a competitive advantage.

The program also provides a comprehensive package through services from LGUs, government agencies and the private sector, including business counseling, skills and entrepreneurial training; product design and development; appropriate technologies; and marketing.

The Development Bank of the Philippines has a credit window for OTOP entrepreneurs who need financial support.

In Negros Occidental, products range from delicacies and processed food to handicrafts, aquaculture and agriculture products to garments and woven cloths. Others are showcasing their tourist spots as their LGU's top product.

Bacolod City , for instance, has chosen giftware and holiday décor with MassKara accent.

San Carlos City's product is peanuts; Calatrava, mushroom; Toboso, pandan products; Don Salvador Benedicto, pineapple; Escalante City, danggit; Sagay City, squid rings; Cadiz City, dried fish; and Manapla, puto (rice cake).

Also, Victorias City features its Gawahon Eco-tourism; E.B. Magalona, blue crabs; Silay City, native delicacies; Talisay City, bamboo crafts; Murcia, gamefowls; Bago City, silk; Valladolid, hablon; San Enrique, kalamay-hati (coconut jam); La Carlota City, dairy products; Pontevedra, banana marbles; and Pulupandan, shrimp paste.

Meanwhile, Hinigaran has oyster sauce; La Castellana, ginger tea; Moises Padilla, organic rice; Isabela, abaca; Binalbagan, garments; Himamaylan, processed bangus; Kabankalan City, turones de mani; Ilog, oyster; Candoni, lime; Cauayan, corn; Sipalay City, tourism; and Hinoba-an, processed tuna.*NLG

Zubiri sees high ecotourism potentials in southern Negros
By Antonieta Lopez
Saturday, July 12, 2008

BACOLOD CITY – Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri vowed to work closely with local officials in southern Negros Occidental to protect the rich coastal areas of Sipalay City and Cauayan and Hinobaan towns, which he said have high ecotourism potentials.

Zubiri, whose family has roots in Talubangi, Kabankalan City, recently met with Mayors Teresita Bilbao and John Ray Tabujara of Hinobaan and Cauayan, respectively, and the heads of the coastal barangays on Danjugan Island in Cauayan to stress the important role that local governments play in sustainable coastal resource management.

Danjugan, which lies in the Sulu Sea and located three kilometers off Barangay Bulata, is a 43-hectare uninhabited and private wildlife sanctuary, which is home to 72 species of birds, 17 species of mangrove, 572 species of fish and 244 species of hard corals and other invertebrates. Its beach is also a nesting site for hawksbill and green turtles.

In 1999, the Negros Forest and Ecological Foundation Inc. (NFFFI) purchased the island and together with the World Land Trust, Land Bank of the Philippines, Coral Cay Conservation, Philippine Reef Reconstruction and Conservation Foundation and the provincial government worked on protecting the rich marine biodiversity in Cauayan, Sipalay and Hinobaan.

The group’s conservation program for Danjugan Island bagged the Best Managed Reef Award in the Philippines in 2000.

However, NFEFI chairman Gerry Ledesma said that while they have made breakthroughs in Danjugan, the coastline is still under constant threat of degradation mainly due to irresponsible fishing practices.

Zubiri said this still boils down to economics, explaining that the local communities need to have alternative sources of income and should realize that they have more to lose if they do not commit themselves to a sustainable coastal management program.

Dr. Stefan Groenewold of the German Development Service (GDS) cited studies showing the rapidly decreasing fish catch per fisherman. “This is reason enough to be alarmed,” he said.

Next to the Visayan Sea, the coast of Negros is very productive, he said.

The GDS is currently implementing the Southern Negros Coastal Development Program with the provincial government though the Provincial Environment and Management Office headed by Edwin Abanil.

The program includes organizing workshops on coastal resource management and planning, capability building and training.

Groenewold said that if the current one-hectare coral reef producing 140 to 350 kilos of fish yearly will be expanded to 2.9 hectares, fish catch would increase to 400 to 1,000 tons in southern Negros alone.

“It makes sense to work together,” he said, stressing local government cooperation. “They must realize that while there are three municipal waters, we are talking of only one ecosystem.”

So far, the three local governments have ordinances on basic fishery, delineation and coastal resource management.

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Nation&p=49&type=2&sec=28&aid=2008071127

Negrenses from Guam visiting Silay

Members of the Negrosanon Association and other Filipino communities in Guam will visit Silay City today, a Silay press release said.

Rose David, the group coordinator for Silay, said that this is part of their outreach program in Iloilo and Negros.

Mayor Jose Montelibano and Lyn Gamboa, Silay consultant for tourism, will meet them at the Balay Negrense Museum. They will discuss tourism, business opportunities, and cultural exchange, the press release said.

A guided tour of the Silay City tourist attractions will be facilitated by Ver Pacete and Macarse Tionko, it also said.

Other places to be visited are Jalandoni House Museum, Moleno de Sangre marker, Silay photo exhibit, Visayan dances costumes at the Puericulture Center, San Diego Pro-Cathedral and Marian Missionary life-size via crusis characters, the press release added.*

Thursday, July 17, 2008
September is tourism month in Silay

THE City Council of Silay City recently passed a resolution declaring September as Silay Tourism Month with the theme "Tourism, Responding to the Challenge of Climate Change".

Mayor Jose Montelibano has also requested Balay Negrense Museum and the Jalandoni House Museum to have free entrance fees in the museums for one week to give more Negrenses the chance to appreciate what can be learned from the museums.

Ikaw-Ako Japan-Negros Partnership for Environmental Protection-Silay, under the coordination of Marie Kurata and Leo Canson, will also mount a photo exhibit at the Civic Center.

The exhibit will also include 'Pagatpat Festival' concerns and activities for the preservation of mangrove in Negros Island. Center of the celebration is Barangay Balaring.

The month-long celebration will showcase Silay City's cultural heritage, religious activities, food festival, ecotourism potentials and sugar mill tours.

Silay City Tourism is also working closely with international youth organizations in more than 10 countries to have international youth activities in the city.

Included in the itinerary is the multi-sectoral group reception for Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Edward Joseph Adams who will be in Negros Occidental starting August 3. The San Diego Pro-Cathedral in Silay will be his first stopover during his visit in the Diocese of Bacolod.

All activities are being coordinated with the Association of Tourism Officers in Negros Occidental (Atono) and the Negros Occidental Provincial Tourism Office.

Meanwhile, members of the Negrosanon Association and other Filipino communities in Guam will visit Silay City today, July 17.

Rose David, the group's coordinator for Silay, said this is part of their outreach program in Iloilo and Negros.

Montelibano and Lyn Gamboa, Silay consultant for tourism, will meet them at the Balay Negrense Museum.

Topics for discussion will be on tourism, business opportunities and cultural exchange.

A guided tour to the Silay City tourist attractions will also be facilitated by Ver Pacete and Macarse Tionko.

Art exhibit set Monday

The Art Association of Bacolod-Negros is holding its 33rd anniversary art exhibit titled “Padayon” on Monday at the Negros Museum in Bacolod City .

AAB was founded on July 4, 1975 by a group of Negrense artists led by Edgardo “Budot” Lizares.

The exhibit, which will run for two weeks, will feature the works of the AAB-Negros members headed by Nunelucio Alvarado.

A program will be held during the opening of the exhibit at 6 p.m. on Monday with Negros Occidental Gov. Isidro Zayco, Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia, Silay City Mayor Jose Montelibano and Bacolod Rep. Monico Puentevella as guests of honor.*

Photo exhibit on at USLS

The Museo Negrense de La Salle at the University of St. La Salle-Bacolod recently held a photo exhibit showcasing Jarek Nahir Esquela, a press release from organizers said.

The exhibit called “Leaves of Summers Past” will run until July 31, and will feature scenes from the artist's travels across Luzon during the summers of 2006-2008.

Guests at the opening included members of the academe of the university.

Born in the City of Manila , Esquela grew up in the coastal city of Tabaco in the Southern Luzon province of Albay , and is best known for his fine art film and travel photographs and abstract paintings, the press release said.

His works have been presented both nationally and internationally in group shows in Manila, Laguna, Cebu, New York, Boston, Dublin and Madrid, the press release added.*

Vibrancy in the Southern City
As Kabankalan marks its 11th Charter Anniversary on Saturday, the southern city is focusing on the strides it has gained through the years that has made it attractive to investors and visitors. The Charter anniversary will focus on the theme, “Kabankalan, A City of Progress ”.

Kabankalan, under Mayor Pedro Zayco Jr., has been recently named the “ Most Competitive City in Western Visayas” in its category in the survey conducted by the Asian Institute of Management Police Center. The study classified Kabankalan as a small-sized city. It is the only city in its group in the region that landed in the AIM list.

The city government, in its website, underscores the steady growth of Kabankalan in various sectors, including economy, education, industries, transportation and local governance.

“Kabankalan has now become a shining example of countryside development that has been translated from the semantics of planners to a functional reality —the city now a model of growth, serving as an inspiration for other southern communities to also push for excellence,” the site further says.

Pre-Charter Day events have been calendared to include activities spearheaded by the Department of Education, Agriculture, Social Welfare and the Negros State College of Agriculture , the premier tertiary education school in southern Negros .

Activities in the Aug. 2 anniversary will start with a Thanksgiving Mass at the St. Francis Xavier Cathedral to be followed by the Charter Day Parade and Program, where outstanding farmers will be recognized.

Giving color and pageantry to the day is the 1 p.m. Udyakan street parade and dance competition to be participated by tribes representing the various barangays in the city.

Also calendared are the Mayor's Cup – Mountain Bike Race and the Mobile Passporting by the Department of Foreign Affairs.

Included in the pre-Charter Day activities are the age-group swimming competition, BMX race, school band competition and band exhibition.

Cattle Wrestling, a carambola, calf lassoing, slalom and barrel race, milk drinking contest, wood chopping and lassoing competitions as well as the kadang race, horse show and load carrying highlight the Agriculture Day activities on July 29 and 30

The NSCA Day highlights are the motorcycle competition, invitational basketball and farmers' activity while the Social Welfare Day will feature a retro-dance show, ballroom dancing, a cultural contest, father's competition, a shooting contest and the battle of the bands.

Reiterating the focus of this year's commemoration, city officials said: It is clear that areas in southern Negros are keeping themselves very competitive and an economy that is undergoing the tests of discouraging trends in international and national businesses and industries.
Source (http://www.visayandailystar.com/2008/Starlife/2008/July/27/feature2.htm)

PIA Press Release
2008/07/29

First Baboy-baboy Festival held in Himamaylan City
Manila (29 July) -- Bacolod City The Kasamahan ng Magbababoy sa Himamaylan and the Paravets and Hog Raiging Association recently launched the First Baboy-baboy Festival at the Gov. Agustin Gatuslao Memorial Gym, in Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental.

The festival was held to support members of the associations in their drive for livelihood development as well as strengthening the unity among the members. It showcased pork cooked in different menus served to those who attended at P50 only.

The Provincial Veterinary Office also turned over 15 piglets to the association for its fattening project, along with one weighing scale, during the festival that also featured seminars on swine-raising and management. (PIA/cad)

IN KABANKALAN
Charter
anniversary kicks off
The 11th Charter Anniversary of Kabankalan City opened yesterday with Mildred Garay, DepED assistant regional director, and Hector Villanueva, postmaster general as special guests and speakers, a press release from Kabankalan said.

The celebration kicked off with a parade joined in by the different private and public school bands with the teachers. The opening day was sponsored by DepED-Kabankalan who was also celebrating its 10th anniversary.

Mayor Pedro Zayco, assisted by Garay, with Vice Mayor Delia Anacan and councilors cut the ceremonial ribbon that also officially opened the Farmers’ Week, a highlight of the celebration.

Schools division superintendent Dr. Elisa Broñola gave the opening remarks, and said that DepED-Kabankalan now ranks number 13 in the National Achievement Test out of 17 divisions in the region, the press release said.

The mayor thanked Kabankalanons for their support in helping the city place number 13, among the small-sized cities in the country in a survey conducted by the Asian Institute of Management Policy Center.

The program at the plaza was followed by the blessing of the newly-renovated post office officiated by Fr. Jun Estoque of the Little Way College Seminary.

Cutting the ceremonial ribbon were first lady Dottie Zayco assisted by Villanueva, with Lilia Barcelon, Philippine Postal regional director.

Mayor Zayco said there was a big saving in the renovation of the post office. He said P260,000 was spent out of its P300,000 budget because the students of the Kabankalan Training Center helped in its construction, the press release added.*

OISCA selling silk at P2,200 per kilo

The Organization for Industrial, Spiritual and Cultural Advancement-Bago Training Center in Negros Occidental is selling its silk yarn at P2,200 per kilogram (not P220 as earlier reported).

OISCA-BTC marketing officer Myrna Ricarte said they supply silk to buyers in Panay, particularly, Iloilo and Kalibo, Palawan and Manila.

“We supply 85 to 90 percent of the local demand,” she said.

She had earlier said they are now producing an average of 200 to 300 kilos per month sufficient to supply the monthly demand between 200 and 400 kilos.

OISCA-BTC has its own silkworm breeding station, equipped with a machine that can detect diseases of silkworms, donated by the Japan NGO Assistance Fund.

Ricarte said they are able to develop silkworm eggs that are disease-resistant.

“We have good kinds of cocoon which means good kind of silk,” she said.

The Negros Sericulture Extension Project, founded with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency, is considered the most successful so far, in Asia.

Silk production projects in India and Malaysia are being patterned after the Negros project, Ricarte said.*NLG


Web www.visayandailystar.com

PIA Press Release
2008/07/29

First Baboy-baboy Festival held in Himamaylan City
Manila (29 July) -- Bacolod City The Kasamahan ng Magbababoy sa Himamaylan and the Paravets and Hog Raiging Association recently launched the First Baboy-baboy Festival at the Gov. Agustin Gatuslao Memorial Gym, in Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental.

The festival was held to support members of the associations in their drive for livelihood development as well as strengthening the unity among the members. It showcased pork cooked in different menus served to those who attended at P50 only.

The Provincial Veterinary Office also turned over 15 piglets to the association for its fattening project, along with one weighing scale, during the festival that also featured seminars on swine-raising and management. (PIA/cad)

Gloria Jean's Coffees
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so this will be the gastronomical guide of Bacolod for visitors who will be coming over to see the beautiful city of smiles especially this masskara season :) hehehehe

I think we can have it merged to the existing Gastronomical Thread of Western Visayas. More or less it may be merged because of the streamlining that is going on at SSC.

Anyway, its not a monopoly of Iloilo foods as we share the same palate, same culture.

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I think we can have it merged to the existing Gastronomical Thread of Western Visayas. More or less it may be merged because of the streamlining that is going on at SSC.

Anyway, its not a monopoly of Iloilo foods as we share the same palate, same culture.

i think this one is different berns since it will feature more on Bars and restos that we have in our City.

MO2 ICE
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i think this one is different berns since it will feature more on Bars and restos that we have in our City.

Oh well, let the mods do their jobs here, hehe!!

For Masskara updates, have it posted in the Festivals of the Visayas thread.
Thanks and have a good day! :)

yah, i saw the new thread :)

@ Metrodome

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Gloria Jean's Coffees
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GLORIA JEAN'S COFFEE @ PAGCOR HOTEL( Casino Filpino Hotel)
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CAFE BOBS
Lacson St.,Bacolod City

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PIZZA-O
Goldenfields Commercial Complex

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PIZSAS !
Goldenfield Commercial Complex

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CARLO RISTORANTE ITALIANO
Goldenfields Commercial Complex

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MU SHU RESTAURANT
Lacson St.

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MC DONALD'S
East Branch

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TWIST RESTAURANT
Sugarland Hotel

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MC DONALD'S
East Branch

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^^ ahh. love ko to!!!:lol::)

McDonald's
Lacson St., Bacolod

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Jollibee
Lacson St., Bacolod

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Calea

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More Bacolod Coffee Shops...

Kuppa Coffee & Tea
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Gloria Jean's Coffees
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Figaro
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Cafe Bob's
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Bo's Coffee Club
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wow,..a thread for a single meal,...

Ummm....ok. :D

anu da mga sikat nga inasalan hihihih

Udyakan Festival parade today

Movie personalities Ara Mina and Jeoff Eigenmann will be among the invited guests in the 11th Charter Day celebration today in Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental, a press release from Kabankalan said.

The celebrities will perform with the K-City Band at a concert at 8:30 p.m., Dr. Enigardo Legislador, chairman of the Kabankalan City Cultural and Tourism Foundation Inc., said in the press release.

Meanwhile, the Udyakan Festival 2008 parade that will start at 1 p.m. will be participated in by the Bantayan National High School, Binicuil National High School-Main, Fortress College, Kabankalan Catholic College, Tabugon National High School, Florentino Galang National High School, Negros Stage College of Agriculture, Binicuil NHS-Tablubangi Extention, Binicuil NHS-Poblacion Extension and Tapi National High School. The dancers will perform at the city plaza after the parade, the press release said.

Ismael Java, consultant, Udyakan committee of KCCTFI, said that the festival dancers have to incorporate the music and steps originally composed and choreographed in Kabankalan in their presentation. This is necessary in order for the festival to acquire its identity and originality, the press release added.*

MAJJ BISTRO
Mayfair Plaza,Lacson St.

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CAFE BOBS
Lacson St.,Bacolod City

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More Bacolod Coffee Shops...

Kuppa Coffee & Tea
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Figaro
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Cafe Bob's
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Bo's Coffee Club
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Nice photos Fly2bacolod and Jaywalker.:)

KUPPA COFFEE and TEA

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^^Kuppa, wow nice one Jay, I love the building of St.John Institute (HuaMing):)

^^Agree Migs,Kuppa is a nice place to dine especially dinner time.Wi Fi zone pa.:)

L'SEA Dimsum and Noodle House
L'Fisher Annex,Lacson St.

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Threads Bacolod Inasal and Bacolod Coffee and Restaurant are now merged.

Note: don't waste time making new threads that are related to other threads because they will just be merged anyway.

^^Thanks Mods!:D

Yes Mod. Thank you.:)

^^
Guys good news... Bob's will venture na sa Cebu

that's good news indeed. i hope they'll get a chunk of the vast cebu market. i'm sure cebuanos and tourists alike will definitely love the taste of bob's as we negrenses really do. i hope they will also penetrate the metro manila market.:banana::banana::banana: their sate babi is great. never found exactly as delicious as bob's anywhere else.

anu da mga sikat nga inasalan hihihih
^^
if popularity is your basis, then Chicken Deli, Chicken House, etc.

if taste is your basis, then Manokan Country.:)

CALEA
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^^
Guys good news... Bob's will venture na sa Cebu
^^
really?! COOL!!!:)

CALEA
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CALEA has the yummiest cakes and pastries!!!:)

^^Yup,specially thier cheesecakes.Like this one,The Blueberry Cheesecake.

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PIETRO KAFFEE
SM City

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Old Pab Bar and restaurant

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PIZZA-O
Goldenfields Commercial Complex

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PIZSAS !
Goldenfield Commercial Complex

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CARLO RISTORANTE ITALIANO
Goldenfields Commercial Complex

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In 2006 my friend from Sudan was wondering why does Bacolod City have so much pizza and pasta/Italian restos...:lol:

^^Yup,specially thier cheesecakes.Like this one,The Blueberry Cheesecake.

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Kasum-od sini...but enjoy gid ko kaon.....my friends from CDO are still texting me always to send them the Blueberry Cheesecake to Camiguin....hwe he he hehe :lol::lol:

^^ i love the oreo cheesecake of calea :)

In 2006 my friend from Sudan was wondering why does Bacolod City have so much pizza and pasta/Italian restos...:lol:[quote]

:lol:Tell you're friend he's alone co'z i have the same observation and probably in Bacolod you can find one of the biggest pizza in the country from Mama Mia Pizza.:lol:

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Kasum-od sini...but enjoy gid ko kaon.....my friends from CDO are still texting me always to send them the Blueberry Cheesecake to Camiguin....hwe he he hehe :lol::lol:

One of the best Pasalubong you could bring and give:D

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cool!!! i love chicken inasal....copied but can never be equalled.

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Guys good news... Bob's will venture na sa Cebu

yes...Bacolod's best is invading the QUEEN CITY OF THE SOUTH!!!!:banana::banana::banana:

^^Yup,specially thier cheesecakes.Like this one,The Blueberry Cheesecake.

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It looks yummy yum yum yum yum yum too bad im not allowed to eat sweetfoods:ohno:

It looks yummy yum yum yum yum yum too bad im not allowed to eat sweetfoods:ohno:

oh thats bad. :(

Bob's Robinsons Place Bacolod

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UDYAKAN FESTIVAL
Fortress College wins dance tilt
Fortress College won first place over nine other schools in Kabankalan in its Udyakan Festival ’08 dance competition that highlighted the 11th charter day celebration of the city, Saturday, a Kabankalan City press release said.

Second place went to National Stage College of Agriculture and third placer was the Kabankalan Catholic College.

Prizes were P30,000, P20,000, P10,000 and trophy for the first, second and third place winners, respectively. Fortress College also won best in choreography; KCC, best in costume; and the Florentino Galang National High School in Brgy. Oringao, best in street dancing. An additional cash prize of P5,000 was given for special awards, the press release said.

Ismael Java of West Negros College in Bacolod City, chairman of the board of judges, said the FC dancers had depicted how Kabankalan prevented floods by planting more trees, and by incorporating in their dance, the steps originally created in the city, the press release added.*

Restaurants in Bacolod

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Louise restaurant, Lacson St.

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Bar21, Lacson St.

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Inaka Japanese Restaurant, Lacson St.

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Cafe Bob's Lacson

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Mu Shu Lacson

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East Block 2, Chicken house and 18th st. Pala Pala

Ripples, L'Fisher Hotel Bacolod

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Coffee shops @ SM City Bacolod

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Figaro Bacolod

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Aboy's Restaurant

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Kaisei Japanese Restaurant, Lacson

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Third falls


A scenic view on top of mambukal resort going to the third falls :)

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The beauty of Mambukal


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Mambukal Resort


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Ruins in Talisay


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A scenic view on top of mambukal resort going to the third falls :)

Mount Kanlandog....he he hehe.....

The beauty of Mambukal


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I like that pic with the Philippine Flying Fox:banana:

Ruins in Talisay


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Nostalgic gid ini ya :banana:

the pregnant woman mountain is mount kanlandog?

thanks @boy muscovado :) actually my friends are asking for that pic. :) they will show it to their friends in the states :) gusto nila e himoon pet :) gusto niya makadakup isa :) hahahaha

most of the photos are nostalgic :) pero i dont know why ruins in particular...e PM lang sa akon ang sabat a :)

In 2006 my friend from Sudan was wondering why does Bacolod City have so much pizza and pasta/Italian restos...:lol:


because were pizza lovers :) hahahahha!!! did you bring him to Mamma marias? he shouldve seen the biggest pizza in the Philippines:) Zyanz was right when he said that Bacolod is the Home of the biggest pizza in the country, now they have a branch in iloilo :)

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Things to Do and see in Negros Occidental...

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The House of Don Mariano Ramos (Bacolod City).
Ancestral home of the late Don Mariano Ramos, first appointed Presidente Municipal of Bacolod.


Ramos Residence.
European architectural design; became the wartime residence of General Taga-ishi Kono, Provincial commander of the Japanese Imperial Army.



this is actually one and the same.

this is actually one and the same.

yupyupyup!!! its the same :) hehehehe:banana::banana:

IMAY'S
6th St.,Lacson

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BUTO'T BALAT
6th St.,Lacson

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Calea, East Block

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The East Block

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Bascon Cafe

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Aboy's Restaurant

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day....

and night...
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day....

and night...
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wow!!! this is nice champ :) beautiful :):banana::banana:

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Bacolod Resto & coffee shop @ night

HOTEL PAGCOR Bacolod

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I'm smelling duplicates here....:D
Kimhan, why don't you just stay with your account since I think its not beneficial for you to use dupe accounts (or triple or already quadruple accounts)?

And if I'm not mistaken, its illegal in SSC to have duplicate accounts, so I suggest you have to choose among your accounts who's who or the mods will take action.

Anyway, as long as you play safe there is no problem.

PLANTA CENTRO Bacolod HOTEL
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Swimming Pool of PLANTA CENTRO Hotel
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Planta Hotels & Residences

Located along araneta St.
Planta Hotel website (http://www.bacolodplantahotel.com/)

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I'm smelling duplicates here....:D

this is timely and appropriate migs considering that the masskara season is fast approaching. this will be a useful guide for would-be tourists who are looking for some place to stay while enjoying the masskara fever.:)

this is timely and appropriate migs considering that the masskara season is fast approaching. this will be a useful guide for would-be tourists who are looking for some place to stay while enjoying the masskara fever.:)

No, I'm not referring at the thread, I'm referring to someone. ;)

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@ SM City Bacolod

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this is timely and appropriate migs considering that the masskara season is fast approaching. this will be a useful guide for would-be tourists who are looking for some place to stay while enjoying the masskara fever.:)

No, I'm not referring at the thread, I'm referring to someone. ;)

hehehehe!!! i just wanted to say something, why make a duplicate identity if you can just use one. Its really against the rules of SSC to have 2 separate accounts...or even more than that

Bascon

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L'Fisher Hotel
14 &15 Sts. Lacson, Bacolod City


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An excellent home-away-from-home for visitors to the Philippines. Exceptional customer service with smiles everywhere and a sincere effort to meet your every need. Great restaurant with loads of service and good food.

PinzEOD
Las Vegas NV

Tindalo Pension House

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Circle Inn Hotel


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It would be awesome if someone will post a little review or description about the restaurant/coffee shops and the food they serve aside from the pictures we've seen re-posted several times all over SSC already. Tell us their speciality, what you like about the place, what food you tried that you liked etc... Thanks

It would be awesome if someone will post a little review or description about the restaurant/coffee shops and the food they serve aside from the pictures we've seen re-posted several times all over SSC already. Tell us their speciality, what you like about the place, what food you tried that you liked etc... Thanks

thanks chymera...we'll do that :)

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Aboy's Restaurant

A native restaurant located at Goldenfields Complex. They serve great food especially their bicol express, dinuguan and also their sinigang and scallops.

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Bar 21

A fine dining restaurant located @ 21st Lacson St. I love their roast lamb. :) yummy... and they have the best Bacthoy in town.

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Kuppa

Located @ Corner Tindalo shopping. They serve pasta, pizza, coffee and sandwiches. You should try their wimpy's burger and french deluxe and also their squid ink pasta...:)

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Pepes

The best salpicao in Bacolod, located at sorrento, Lacson. Try also their Garden salad with chicken strip and honey mustard sauce :)

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Inaka

Japanese Restaurant located at Lacson St. Sukiyaki at its best...

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Cafe Breizh

known for its delicious crepes...located along Mandalagan St. near Sanparq. they also serve pasta and desserts. The place transforms into a party zone at night.

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Kaisei Restaurant

Japanese Restaurant along Lacson...nice ambiance. very affordable yet classy. food, its ok. hehehehehe

^^wow, that's a pretty demanding job migs. a photographer and a writer rolled into one. real tough job huh. hahahaha

^^wow, that's a pretty demanding job migs. a photographer and a writer rolled into one. real tough job huh. hahahaha

hahahahaha!!!! dont worry migs, next time you'll see me...I will be the model/endorser hahahahahaha :)

^^ SUV, why don't you help us in building the website? I think you're aware of this already. ;)

^^ SUV, why don't you help us in building the website? I think you're aware of this already. ;)

I'm going to meet Lloyd when he gets back. :) can you PM his number to me? i think i lost it. :) i wont join berns, I will be very busy these coming months. :) maybe i can just share my pictures with you guys :)

I'm going to meet Lloyd when he gets back. :) can you PM his number to me? i think i lost it. :) i wont join berns, I will be very busy these coming months. :) maybe i can just share my pictures with you guys :)

Your knowledge too with regard to the cafes and restos are essential. Perhaps you can help us build up information, bisan bit by bit. Because you seem to be the best person yet for the infos of bars and restos in Bacolod. It doesn't need tremendous time as it is not a full time job.

I'll just PM you Nong Lloyd's number. :)

Your knowledge too with regard to the cafes and restos are essential. Perhaps you can help us build up information, bisan bit by bit. Because you seem to be the best person yet for the infos of bars and restos in Bacolod. It doesn't need tremendous time as it is not a full time job.

I'll just PM you Nong Lloyd's number. :)

oh ok...then count me in :) hahahaha!!!! :lol::lol::lol:

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Pension Bacolod

The most affordable place to stay in Bacolod...located at 11th Lacson St. Bacolod City. Most Backpackers choose this place because its very accessible...Malls, Church, Hospitals, Restaurants and Banks

thanks chymera...we'll do that :)
cool. Thanks a bunch SUV! It makes all the difference ... I'll be sure to tryout some of those restos next time.

cool. Thanks a bunch SUV! It makes all the difference ... I'll be sure to tryout some of those restos next time.

yup!!!your welcome! :) tag me along with you. :) hehhehehehe :banana::banana::banana:

L'fisher Hotel Expansion Update

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cool. Thanks a bunch SUV! It makes all the difference ... I'll be sure to tryout some of those restos next time.

cge, fud trip naman ni. hahaha

cge, fud trip naman ni. hahaha

e exercise lang dayun e. hahahahah!!! ka lapad sang panaad. ok naman da guro 30 ka libot a :)

e exercise lang dayun e. hahahahah!!! ka lapad sang panaad. ok naman da guro 30 ka libot a :)

tapos hapit sa tyangge kag mag kaon, hahaha kada libot icewater, hahaha

THE SYLVIA MANOR HOTEL

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tapos hapit sa tyangge kag mag kaon, hahaha kada libot icewater, hahaha

hahahaha!!! wala ko ya ga ice water...gatorade ko ya :) hahahaha!!!!

this is timely and appropriate migs considering that the masskara season is fast approaching. this will be a useful guide for would-be tourists who are looking for some place to stay while enjoying the masskara fever.:)

That's right Migs! Sometimes,i receive messages asking for the accomodations/hotels to stay in Bacolod.

Good job @Kim Han!Thanks for starting the thread.:D

BACOLOD PAVILLION HOTEL

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hahahaha!!! wala ko ya ga ice water...gatorade ko ya :) hahahaha!!!!

i realized theres no difference, hahaha, they all have the same purpose, to relieve the thirst. hahahaha, ang sa gatorade ya, kagasto, dasig tuod ma, dasig man balhas mo.

i realized theres no difference, hahaha, they all have the same purpose, to relieve the thirst. hahahaha, ang sa gatorade ya, kagasto, dasig tuod ma, dasig man balhas mo.

thats for electrolyte replacement lang man migs :) your right...to relieve the thirst man gid na sila together with water pero may electrolyte lang siya..

hmmmmm sino kaya ang orig na Kim Han:lol: quadruple accounts?:lol:last year ako nga aminin ko sobra pa dyan sa quadruple ang mga naka buntot sa account ko:lol: pero hindi ibig sabihin na iisa lang ako,:lol: dalawa kong kapatid member din ng SCC :nuts: mga pinsan ko sa negros na dito nakatira sa bahay nakikigulo din member din:lol:..iisa lang ang gamit naming PC:applause::lol: pero matagal na hindi na sila active sa ngayon kc sa ibang bansa na mga kapatid ko..{Nov&.Jan.] tapos yong mga pinsan ko na taga Negros na dito nag aaral sa Iloilo hindi na nakakagamit ng PC ko matagal na kasi nilagyan ko ito ng password:banana:pero sinabi ko na ito noon kay Kimber at Sinjin pero hindi na raw ito matanggal pa, at lagi mag buntot buntot pa rin ang mga account nila sa account ko:lol:,habang nandito pa ako nag po post sa scc:cry:

Hotels @ Goldenfields

The Kundutel
Tel No.433-7211 to 16
Fax: (034) 433-7202
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Located at the heart of Goldenfields Commercial Complex. Surrounded with Bars and restaurants. It is also Near Casino Hotel. This Hotel is presently undergoing some retouch.

Hotel Pagcor Bacolod
Tel No.434-8901-10; Fax: (034) 434-4433
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One of the biggest Hotels in Bacolod, Elegant lobby and friendly staff. This is where Gloria Jeans Coffee is located.

Days Inn Hotel (MO2)
Tel No. 432-2317/ 707-4368
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A budget Hotel inside Goldenfields complex. its a wifi hotspot (so as kundutel & Hotel Pagcor)and situated near bars and restos.

HOTELS in BACOLOD

L’FISHER HOTEL
14th Lacson Street, Bacolod City
Tel No.433-3731 to 39; Fax (034) 433-0951
E-mail: lfisher@globelines.com.ph


CASINO FILIPINO HOTEL
Goldenfields Commercial Complex, Bacolod City
Tel No.434-8901-10; Fax: (034) 434-4433
E-mail: csedback@lasaltech.com

LUXUR PLACE (Formerly Convention Plaza Hotel)
Magsaysay Avenue, Bacolod City
Tel No.434-4551
Fax: (034) 433-3757
E-mail: bcp@mozcom.com


BACOLOD EXECUTIVE INN HOTEL
San Sebastian-Locsin Sts., Bacolod City
Tel No.433-7401 / 433-7401, 433-7404
E-mail: info@bcdexecutiveinn.com

BUSINESS INN HOTEL
#28 Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-8877; Fax: (034) 434-2114
E-mail: info@businessin.net

CIRCLE INN
Lopez-Jaena-Malaspina Sts, Bacolod City
Tel. No. 433-2538, 709-9111
E-mail: info@circleinnph.com


GOLDENFIELDS KUNDUTEL
Goldenfields Commercial Complex, Bacolod City
Tel No.433-7211 to 16
Fax: (034) 433-7202
E-mail: kundutel@bcd.wbw.ph


PROMINENCE INN
Araneta Street, Singcang, Bacolod City
Tel No.435-0021
E-mail: prominence@mozcom.com

ROYAL AM REI
13th Lacson Street, Bacolod City
Tel No.433-8881


SUGARLAND HOTEL
Araneta-Singcang Sts., Bacolod City
Tel No.435-2690
Fax: (034) 433-2645 ; Fax: 435-2645
E-mail: sugarland@mozom.com

GRAND REGAL HOTEL
Araneta St., Singcang, Bacolod City
Tel No. 708-5888 / 708-5588

SYLVIA MANOR HOTEL
San Juan St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-9801 / 709-0927; Fax: 434-9833

HOTEL ALHAMBRA
Locsin-Gatuslao Sts., Bacolod City
Tel. No. 433-4021 to 23; Fax: 434-5173

SEA BREEZE HOTEL
San Juan Street, Bacolod City
Tel No.(034) 433-7370

BASCON HOTEL
Gonzaga Locsin Street, Bacolod City
Tel No.435-4071-72


CHECK INN PENSION
Ponce Building, Luzuriaga St, Bacolod City
Tel. No. (034)432-3755

TAMERA PLAZA INN
#79 Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 432-1708; Fax: 709-0886


TOURIST INNS

BACOLOD KING’S HOTEL
San Sebastian-Gatuslao Street
Tel No.434-4500, 434-4600; Fax: 433-0576

SALTIMBOCA PENSION
17th Lacson, Bacolod City
Tel No.432-3617, 432-1145, 432-3179

G & J HORIZON PENSION
Locsin-Libertad, Bacolod City
Tel No.433-3098

REGENCY PLAZA
Lacson Extension, Bacolod City
Tel No.433-1458


BACOLOD PENSION PLAZA
Cuadra St., Bacolod City
Tel No.433-4547/ (034) 433-2203

PEARL MANOR
North Drive - Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-5091 / 433-5092

G & V PENSIONNE ROYALE
Burgos North Drive., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-5234


TRAVELLER’S INN
BS Aquino Drive- Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 432-2966


MERCENARY INN (Formerly Bacolod Legacy Inn)
Liroville Subd., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-6181

KIMAS PENSION HOUSE
Mandalagan, Bacolod City
Tel No. 435-4293 / 709-8529; Fax:709-8527

PENSION BACOLOD
11th St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-7065

CASA AMPARO
Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-3592


BALDEVIA PENSION HOUSE
San Juan-san Sebastian Sts., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-8107-09


BELLE’S PENSION HOUSE
17th Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-5575

DAYS INN
Goldenfields Commercial Complex
Tel No. 432-2317/ 707-4368

OMAR PENSION
Narra Avenue, Bacolod City
Tel No. 709-0062


STAR PLUS
Lacson-Rosario St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-2949


TINDALO PENSION
Tindalo St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 709-0006


7R RESIDENCE INN
#56 Luzuriaga St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-5674

PENSION HOUSES

11TH BED AND BREAKFAST
11th Street, Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-9191

BALAY PUEBLO ROSARIO
No 15 Sta Filomena St., Eroreco, Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-4243, 434-0424

ESTER PENSION
Araneta-Libertad St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-4879


LAS ROCAS PENSION
Gatuslao St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 431-7288

HECITAS PENSION
Bangga Cory, Bacolod City
Tel No. 446-0193


MONIQUE PENSION (Pension Phoenix)
Rosario St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 432-0397

BELLE’S PENSION HOUSE
17th Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-5575


LD PENSION
San Juan-Luzuriaga Sts., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-6920, 434-4979

NOBC HOSTEL
Kadiwa Center, Bacolod City
Tel No. 433-5391

PALM INN APARTELLE
Locsin St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 708-0070

ROSITA’S HOMETEL
Mabini St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-5136

RESORTS

PALMAS DE MAR
JR Torres Ave., Bacolod City
Tel No. 435-3527/ 434-7971-72

BACOLOD PAVILLION RESORT HOTEL
Reclamation Area, Bacolod City
Tel No. 434-1824
Manager: Ma. Angelika Sarrosa Decena
No. of Rooms: 21 Rates:
Standard Room P 900.00
Family Room 1,100.00
Suite Room 1,350.00

STA. FE
Burgos Ext., Bacolod City
Tel No. 432-1073

for more info and details about the room rates click this link

BYAHILO.COM (http://http://www.byahilo.com/2007/08/07/where-to-stay-during-the-bacolod-masskara-festival-2007/)
@eric, kinuha ko sa blog mo ha :) hope its alright with you :)

hmmmmm sino kaya ang orig na Kim Han:lol: quadruple accounts?:lol:last year ako nga aminin ko sobra pa dyan sa quadruple ang mga naka buntot sa account ko:lol: pero hindi ibig sabihin na iisa lang ako,:lol: dalawa kong kapatid member din ng SCC :nuts: mga pinsan ko sa negros na dito nakatira sa bahay nakikigulo din member din:lol:..iisa lang ang gamit naming PC:applause::lol: pero matagal na hindi na sila active sa ngayon kc sa ibang bansa na mga kapatid ko..{Nov&.Jan.] tapos yong mga pinsan ko na taga Negros na dito nag aaral sa Iloilo hindi na nakakagamit ng PC ko matagal na kasi nilagyan ko ito ng password:banana:pero sinabi ko na ito noon kay Kimber at Sinjin pero hindi na raw ito matanggal pa, at lagi mag buntot buntot pa rin ang mga account nila sa account ko:lol:,habang nandito pa ako nag po post sa scc:cry:

he will answer you after a week... anyway, lets not bring back the topic that has already been resolved :) he'l have a 1 week vacation along with his other accounts. :)

and oh!!! @kimhaan, thanks for following my advise to make THIS THREAD!!! :)

wow, what can i say...migs these hotels should pay you for doing this...hehehehe. interested people need not go to the individual websites of these hotels. its all in here in just one click.:lol::lol::lol:

wow, what can i say...migs these hotels should pay you for doing this...hehehehe. interested people need not go to the individual websites of these hotels. its all in here in just one click.:lol::lol::lol:

thank you @ champ...hahaha!!! may free one night man ko sa isa ka hotel kay may gin hatag ko sa ila na visitor na nag stay for 3 days :) hahahaha!!!! :)

basi sa masskara may isa pa gid :)

actually, chymera was right, we need to explain whats with the picture so others will know and not just merely posting it :) ... :lol::lol:

or at least get discounts from them.

Hehe!! BacolodChanp is right, this effort you're doing should have something in return. Its a very noble thing that you are doing right now. :)

MO2 Westown Hotel


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one of the newest hotels in Bacolod, It is located along Lacson Mandalagan St. Near Robinsons. At the back of Caltex Station. it is also where MO2 Ice is located :)

wow... what can i say...they should be paying you for this, migs or at least get discounts from them. it's all in here in just one click.:)

hahahaha!!! ok lang na migs a :) wala gid na probs :) i should thank eric for hes got a complete list of Bacolod Hotels...(si eric pa!!!!)

Hehe!! BacolodChanp is right, this effort you're doing should have something in return. Its a very noble thing that you are doing right now. :)

isa pa gid berns :) may libre ka na sa akon na gloria jeans drink all you can :) hahahahaha!!

nah, i am enjoying with what i do and i am happy to assist people who needs help about accommodations here in Bacolod.

how about posting the room rates, websites, numbers and the number of rooms and address of the hotels,..those are the things that tourists would often ask for...

how about posting the room rates, websites, numbers and the number of rooms and address of the hotels,..those are the things that tourists would often ask for...

its on the first page :) heres the link hotels list and room rates (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=680762)

or at least get discounts from them.

hehehehe!!!! this one is nice :) but its really ok migs, maybe when your here we can plan something out :)

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he will answer you after a week... anyway, lets not bring back the topic that has already been resolved :) he'l have a 1 week vacation along with his other accounts. :)

and oh!!! @kimhaan, thanks for following my advise to make THIS THREAD!!! :)

yup tama ka suv111 delikado pag lumaki ang issue na ito:lol::jk: labay lng akon wer going on a Hiking this coming Monday sa isa ka mountain dira sa Negros:banana: two months din ang plan at preparation sa wakas natupad din:banana:. and we are looking for a nice pension House o lodging house to stay in Sunday dira sa Bacolod one day before hiking..para sa final briefing...instructions..kag final check sang mga dala namon:) and at the same time maka lagaw anay kami sa Bacolod eh:lol: kay 1-2 weeks sa ibabaw bukid kami matulog mo:lol: sa diin mayo istaran da man? ang affordable lang :lol:one day lang, twelve kami. daw damu ka man nabal an na mga pension houses o lodging houses dira:D open na da ang Sofia? :lol::jk:

yup tama ka suv111 delikado pag lumaki ang issue na ito:lol::jk: labay lng akon wer going on a Hiking this coming Monday sa isa ka mountain dira sa Negros:banana: two months din ang plan at preparation sa wakas natupad din:banana:. and we are looking for a nice pension House o lodging house to stay in Sunday dira sa Bacolod one day before hiking..para sa final briefing...instructions..kag final check sang mga dala namon:) and at the same time maka lagaw anay kami sa Bacolod eh:lol: kay 1-2 weeks sa ibabaw bukid kami matulog mo:lol: sa diin mayo istaran da man? ang affordable lang :lol:one day lang, twelve kami. daw damu ka man nabal an na mga pension houses o lodging houses dira:D open na da ang Sofia? :lol::jk:

halos tanan na hotels kag some nice pension houses lang nasudlan ko diri sa Bacolod iban na pension wala pa kag wala ako ga sulod sa lodging houses ya no!!! hahahahaha ma hotel na lang ko kung lodging house man lang. ka cheap man sina :) hahahaha. Buang ka gid bala @ fundador mo!!! hahahaha PM me ur number basi ka kitaay ta di. ano ang sofia man? anyway, you can check in @ bacolod pension along cuadra st. Its very affordable and the rooms are nice :) near SM and one ride going to Lacson and Robinsons

reposting and reposting and reposting these info might be good on the first look but does not hold any value to search engines.

you are just simply duplicating contents coming from other sites especially the City official site.

this will hurt the rankings of the bacolod city sites as well as the other sites where you took the info.

i suggest that you just create an anchor text and link it to the site that has the list of hotels like the ones in bacolod city website.

Duplicate content is a big no-no for google. and well know that monst travellers looking for accomodations go to google to find rooms.

reposting and reposting and reposting these info might be good on the first look but does not hold any value to search engines.

you are just simply duplicating contents coming from other sites especially the City official site.

this will hurt the rankings of the bacolod city sites as well as the other sites where you took the info.

i suggest that you just create an anchor text and link it to the site that has the list of hotels like the ones in bacolod city website.

Duplicate content is a big no-no for google. and well know that monst travellers looking for accomodations go to google to find rooms.

oh sorry!!! is that it? hehehehe!!! wala ko kabalo eric :) sensya na...i will just edit it instead :)

East Block Restos

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Of course...they serve chicken inasal. But you may also try their pork chop...very juicy and deliciouso!!!! :)

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City Burger...havent tried this one yet. :) hehehehe

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Bacolod Pala pala...seafood restaurant.. by the name itself, you can tell what they are serving :) hehehe!!!

East Block Restos

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Of course...they serve chicken inasal. But you may also try their pork chop...very juicy and deliciouso!!!! :)

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City Burger...havent tried this one yet. :) hehehehe

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Bacolod Pala pala...seafood restaurant.. by the name itself, you can tell what they are serving :) hehehe!!!

uy, may chicken house the sa east block.:banana:

East Block Restos

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Bacolod Pala pala...seafood restaurant.. by the name itself, you can tell what they are serving :) hehehe!!!

Our fave.. oops.. my fave. Bacolod Pala Pala, namit gid!:)

MO2 Westown Hotel


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how many rooms does westown hotel have?:)

i'm looking forward to this...
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Starbucks Bacolod

^^ yes and its going to be soon :)

^^ sorry i dont have the info right now, maybe @byahilo knows about this :)

Our fave.. oops.. my fave. Bacolod Pala Pala, namit gid!:)

hahahahaha!!! suddenly you became nostalgic when you saw the pic ay? :) hahahaha!!! :)

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old pab is located along Lacson St. Inside Sorrento Building. It opens @ 6pm- 3am.

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a Bacolod-based Fashion Brand
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Hotel PAGCOR Bacolod
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EVENTS FOR JULY 2008

1/4/8/11 Weekly Bingo
Amphitheater

1 Branch Trainers’ Evaluation
CDN

5 Brazilian Fashion Show Meeting
CDN

12 Brazilian Fashion Show Meeting
CDN

12 Presbitero 45th Bday Dinner
Taberna

13 Jimma Ang Baptismal Reception
Taberna


15/18/22 Weekly Bingo
Amphitheater

18 Super 6 Derby
Kahirup Lounge

19 Poker
Kahirup Lounge

19 Gebusion Wedding Reception
Pool/Amphitheater

19 Solinap Birthday Dinner
Taberna

19 Brazilian Fashion Show Meeting
CDN

25/28 Weekly Bingo
Amphitheater

26 2nd Brawl Fight Night
Amphitheater

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Scintillating Southern Shoot
FEATURES

Put together 50 models as well as creative and production staff and take them to Langub Resort, a fast-emerging tourist destination in Sipalay City for that Scintillating Southern Shoot. That's what the Bacolod Association of Models did July 26-28 in its most elaborate production so far following its mountain setting at Mambukal last year and its sizzling summer pictorial in Jomabo Resort in Escalante.

The shoot featured a collection of 10 themes, reflecting the creations of local designers and collections fro, Pale Bleue, Fetish and Urban Chic. The designers were Jan Jan Ditching and Kelly Cuachon (for bridal gowns), Silah Chua for groom suits, stylish wear by Arielle Apuyon and haute couture collections of Nicolo Yulo.

The Southern Shoot served as a reunion of sorts for members of three BAM batches – Kevin Zaldarriaga, Macy Dongon, Jeric Villanueva, Krishiel Katague, Jacky Acebuque and Nikki Drilon of the pioneering group who were joined by Jan Marie Vega, Nathaniel Sison, Katryn Rigby, Adam Nerpiol, Mariel Unson, Marty Laoang, Karlu Tan, Angelo Araneta, Tanya Lopigco and Reggie Valenzuela of the second batch as well as third batch models Ian Villa, Chris Abelarde, Al Abelarde and Martina Yusay.

The shoot was a joint effort of the BAM agency, the Provincial Tourism Office, the Provincial Environmental Management Office through Olive Seruelo, Mayor Manolet Escalante, Oliver Dondonay of the Negros Island Tourism, Inc., Jun Alejano, Robert Palic and Demmy and Ancai Pali, owners of the Sugar Beach Resort at Langub.

It was produced by BAM Manager Cleofe Tan with Sonny Cabahug as creative director, Gerald Dacles as photo director with Chuck Go, Edgar Pama, Franz Doctora and Coy Francis comprising the photo team, Carlos Durana, BAM talent agent, who did the models' hair and make-up, stylist Nicolo Yulo as well as production assistants Castel Ton, JP Alejano, Lino Pascua and Edna Sanchez.

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Bagging Success

Bacolod-raised Rafé Totengco is living the American Dream as a much-lauded New York Designer.

During his high school days in La Salle Bacolod, Ramon Felix Totengco's fashion style would sometimes get him into trouble. In fact, the school principal once asked to meet with his parents to discuss their son's clothing preferences, requesting Totengco to "cease to display his wares" (i.e. bangles and bracelets).

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THE BAG MAN FROM BACOLOD
By AnP
PINOYexpat of the Month: RAMON FELIX “RAFE” TOTENGCO



Fashion in the civilized world is a personal statement rather than a cultural expression. It follows trend, in which popularity is lost or gained. And when famous people choose to wear a specific style or design, a fashion trend may start.

High-end handbags and shoes are still one of the most attainable ways of enjoying designer goods without breaking the bank. And one of the designer bags that top many international fashionista’s must buy lists is RAFE.

Ramon Felix Totengco is the man behind RAFE (pronounced RAH-FEE).

Who would have thought that the designs of a man from Bacolod would be gracing the wardrobe of International fashionistas such as Kate Moss, Cameron Diaz and Helena Christensen, among others? Repeatedly featured in magazines such as In Style, Allure, teen Vogue, Redbook, People, Cosmopolitan and Glamour, RAFE has enjoyed awe-inspiring success in the International fashion scene.

Born in Bacolod, Rafe moved to Manila and started a fashion label for Sari-Sari at the age of 18. Sans formal fashion training, he turned Schizo into a successful clothing and accessories métier. After several years of designing and dressing up the same people in the same circles, he yearned for more. He craved for the challenge and the possibilities that New York had to offer.

On the way to his dream, Rafe enrolled in fashion design at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology. And in 1995, after working his way in and around a number of companies, he started RAFE New York.

Bags and Accessories under the label RAFE New York has earned International acclaim. His collections are sold in 250 trendy stores worldwide; “bags and shoes that range from sweet and innocent to sexy; from soft to structured; from understated to loud”, as reported by the press.

“While every Rafe handbag or shoe carries that unique sensibility that is distinctly Rafe, nothing compares with entering a Rafe New York store and seeing the full range of offerings to fully understand the Rafe aesthetic. Lush with detail and vibrant color, an exuberant mix of clean classicism folded into wildly eclectic influences, you get the complete story of just what it is that makes a fashionable lifestyle uniquely Rafe.”



Recognition back home

And back home, Rafe’s talent has also been recognized. He was given the Ten Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) award for Fashion Design back in 2002. The irony of the fact that he had to leave his own country in order to be recognized is not lost on Rafe.

In spring of 2004, Rafe launched his collection with shoes and bags which were inspired and named after 11 Filipinas. This collection was designed with the following friends and acquaintances in mind: Felecia Atienza, Tina Maristela-Ocampo, TingTing Cojuangco, Rissa Samson, Bea Valdes, Pauline Suaco-Juan, Mandy dela Rama-Santos, Lizzie Zobel, Tricia Cu-Unjieng, Celine Lopez, and Tessa Prieto-Valdes. At present, Rafe collections are still exclusively available at MIX boutique in Greenbelt.

Because of his schedule and the fact that his immediate family lives in the US, Rafe has not been back to Philippine soil in a few years. Does he miss it, I asked. “The last time I was home for 10 days I saw different people for breakfast, lunch, dinner and that still was not enough. I miss the food too. There's nothing like Bacolod Inasal and Pinoy mangos. You just can't get it anywhere else. There's no place like home.”

His advice to budding designers

Obviously, it takes a lot more for one to break into the International Fashion scene. And in Rafe’s opinion, travelling would help a lot. “See what other markets are doing. Plan where you want to break into first. New York is vastly different from Tokyo from Paris.”

And it’s not just a matter of being creative and designing for every season. “Study your competitor's pricing. You can't out price yourself out of your category. Determine what your niche is. What sets you apart from what is already in the market? Do some networking and make sure you connect with people who can help you sell your product who are based in those cities and who are qualified to do so. Have a plan and stick to it but also be flexible. Always have a plan B. Lastly, be patient. Nothing happens overnight,” Rafe advised.

In the future, Rafe plans to open more stores, explore relevant brand extensions and maybe even go into clothing again. “Full circle,” he said. “Hey, you never know. I want RAFE to be a lifestyle brand.”

Rafe is the epitome of a successful dreamer -- and he hasn't stopped dreaming. He will continue to do what he does best, and dreams of doing even bigger things. He is truly someone we ALL should emulate. No doubt, a Filipino we can be proud of.

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Sister Act

Bayo's Lynn and Corcor Dizon have transformed their love for shopping into a proudly Filipino fashion label.

Bayo has been dressing up young women in classic feminine styles for more than a decade. But despite its steady success, Diana Lynn Dizon-Agustin admits that as late as 2001, Bayo was still just one of the many local fashion brands catering to this sought-after market.

BAYO STORY

Bayo started out as a made-to-measure dress shop in Makati. The need to expand grew bigger when Bayo launched its ready-to-wear line. In 1992, the growing demand triggered the establishment of Lyncor, Inc., then a manufacturing firm, to support Bayo.

“Bayo,” an ilonggo term which means, “dress” in English was chosen by the owners of the company since they are from Bacolod.

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Bayo won several awards already and were happy that they are originally from Bacolod :)

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Sister Act

Bayo's Lynn and Corcor Dizon have transformed their love for shopping into a proudly Filipino fashion label.

Bayo has been dressing up young women in classic feminine styles for more than a decade. But despite its steady success, Diana Lynn Dizon-Agustin admits that as late as 2001, Bayo was still just one of the many local fashion brands catering to this sought-after market.

BAYO STORY

Bayo started out as a made-to-measure dress shop in Makati. The need to expand grew bigger when Bayo launched its ready-to-wear line. In 1992, the growing demand triggered the establishment of Lyncor, Inc., then a manufacturing firm, to support Bayo.

“Bayo,” an ilonggo term which means, “dress” in English was chosen by the owners of the company since they are from Bacolod.

hehehehe!!!! I will send this to their brother :) heheheheh :banana::banana:

On Friday, Bacolod City will be treated to a fashion party, “De Brasil Com Amor.” This carnival of suntanned beauty and brawn will be held at the Casino Hotel. Carioca splendor “Venuses and Adonises” promise to drive you beyond your fantasies. Catch this once in a lifetime momentous affair.

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THE SUGARLAND HOTEL
Araneta-Singcang Sts., Bacolod City
Tel No.435-2690
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how many rooms does westown hotel have?:)

Around 35 rooms only.

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they will feature Brazilian models :)

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Araneta-Singcang Sts., Bacolod City
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UDYAKAN FESTIVAL FOCUS
Creative folk dancing

Creative folk dancing, with the production design focused on the ‘patadyong’ took the center stage in the Udyakan competition held as a highlight of the 11th Charter Day celebration of Kabankalan City on Aug. 2. Three collegiate contingents — Fortress College, Negros State College of Agriculture and Kabankalan Catholic College – emerged the three top performing groups, with Fortress receiving P30,000, NSCA P20,000 and KCC P10,000 and trophies.

The Fortress performance was adjudged best in choreography, KCC as best in costume and the group from Florentino Galang National High School taking the best in dance parade special award.

Seven other groups participated in the competition – Bantayan National High School, Binicuil NHS – Main as well as its Talubangi and Poblacion Extension schools, Tabugon NHS, and Tapi NHS.

Maeng Java, Udyakan Committee consultant, said the dance was based on music noted by Armando Bañres of barangay Binicuil. He added that the festival, once part of the January Sinulog festivities and spearheaded by the department of Education, has become part of the city Charter Day celebration for the past three years. It is managed by the Kabanklan City Cultural and Tourism Foundation, Inc., which is headed by Dr. Enigrado Legislador Sr. and the city government under Mayor Pedro Zayco Jr., who distributed the prizes to the winners

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where did you get these pics @fly? its really nice :)

^^thanks for reposting my photos again migs :) couldnt find this one anymore

^^thanks for reposting my photos again migs :) couldnt find this one anymore

we should give credit to where credit is due migs...

Question:

How do you pronounce "Kuppa?"

Is it like:

"Cup-pa" or "Koo-pa"?

Thanks! :)

the pregnant woman mountain is mount kanlandog?

thanks @boy muscovado :) actually my friends are asking for that pic. :) they will show it to their friends in the states :) gusto nila e himoon pet :) gusto niya makadakup isa :) hahahaha

most of the photos are nostalgic :) pero i dont know why ruins in particular...e PM lang sa akon ang sabat a :)

Yup Mount Kanlandog...a small mountain between Mt Kanlaon and Mt Mandalagan (Marapara Mountain Range) that plays a lot of important roles.
It houses all the transmitters of TV Networks in Bacolod City. Remember that NPA raid in the 80's when the ECE's of the Kanlandog transmitters were held captive in their posts?...he hehehe

Its also the famous crash site of a PAL DC-3 from Cebu to Bacolod sometime in 1963 (year uncertain) that killed all passengers and crew. Also a crash site of a private Cessna of a Bacoleño pilot (Lacson ang surname) in the 70's

Oy, may rabies ang Phil Flying Fox...be careful

Cup pa!!! :) hehehehe

Question:

How do you pronounce "Kuppa?"

Is it like:

"Cup-pa" or "Koo-pa"?

Thanks! :)

bernie arellano, whats with koo-pa, herherher, so green.

bernie arellano, whats with koo-pa, herherher, so green.

hahahaha!!!! :) probably bernie likes koo-pa better than cup-pa :) joke joke joke!!!! peace berns :)

bernie arellano, whats with koo-pa, herherher, so green.

hahahaha!!!! :) probably bernie likes koo-pa better than cup-pa :) joke joke joke!!!! peace berns :)

:lol: Sorry I'm Blue and Maroon. Hehe!! :lol: :D
But it is really pronounced "cup-pa"

^^ a ok..yes it is pronounced that way...with class. :) khaaaaaahhhhpaaahhhhhhhh hahahahahahahahahaha!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Inaka Restaurant @22nd st., Lacson Bacolod. :)

^^ wow!!! grabe pangita mo sang mga pics ba :)

Business

RP’s Bayo plans outlet in Malaysia
By Ma. Elisa P. Osorio
Thursday, August 14, 2008

Ladies clothing line Bayo is looking at joining other local fashion brands that have successfully penetrated the international market as it looks at opening a store in Malaysia.

“The local fashion brands are making a name for themselves overseas,” Samie Lim, Philippine Franchising Association (PFA) chairman emeritus said in an interview.

Lim said Bayo is now in the process of studying its prospects in Malaysia.

According to Lim, they have been helping companies who would like to extend their franchise outside the Philippines.

Lim said local fashion brands that are already present in the international scene are Kamiseta, Bench, Penshoppe and Island Souvenirs.

Meanwhile, more Filipinos are expected to venture into their own businesses this year despite the perceived slowdown in the local economy.

“The number of franchisers are expected to increase by 20 percent this year,” Lim said.

According to Lim, 10 percent of those who will venture into franchising are overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) or their families.

Other people who obtain franchises are the retirees and fresh graduates from De La Salle University and other colleges.

“Some of the fresh graduates from schools like La Salle feel that the jobs available do not suit them so they just venture on their own,” Lim explained.

With regards to retirees, Lim said many companies are cutting cost by offering retirement packages to executives. This creates a new market of retirees who do not want to stop working yet.

“These people feel that they can be successful in franchising because they have the money, they have the time and they have the connections,” Lim noted.

Lim said that the trend in franchising has already shifted. Before, food commanded 70 percent of the market, now it has been reduced to 40 percent. The other 40 percent is for products while the remaining 20 percent is for services.

“We expect services like spas and salons to grow even further,” he said.

Earlier, a study by the University of Asia and the Pacific said the franchising sector continues to be an important driver of the economy.

Franchising has accounted for five percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) of the country since 2005.

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hey guys, theres a lot of models here, patago lng, ang makita nyo nga gahinklas, mga locals na, well i knew three who were actually models outside, pero they settle to be quiet instead.

Business

RP’s Bayo plans outlet in Malaysia
By Ma. Elisa P. Osorio
Thursday, August 14, 2008

Ladies clothing line Bayo is looking at joining other local fashion brands that have successfully penetrated the international market as it looks at opening a store in Malaysia.

“The local fashion brands are making a name for themselves overseas,” Samie Lim, Philippine Franchising Association (PFA) chairman emeritus said in an interview.

Lim said Bayo is now in the process of studying its prospects in Malaysia.

According to Lim, they have been helping companies who would like to extend their franchise outside the Philippines.

Lim said local fashion brands that are already present in the international scene are Kamiseta, Bench, Penshoppe and Island Souvenirs.

Meanwhile, more Filipinos are expected to venture into their own businesses this year despite the perceived slowdown in the local economy.

“The number of franchisers are expected to increase by 20 percent this year,” Lim said.

According to Lim, 10 percent of those who will venture into franchising are overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) or their families.

Other people who obtain franchises are the retirees and fresh graduates from De La Salle University and other colleges.

“Some of the fresh graduates from schools like La Salle feel that the jobs available do not suit them so they just venture on their own,” Lim explained.

With regards to retirees, Lim said many companies are cutting cost by offering retirement packages to executives. This creates a new market of retirees who do not want to stop working yet.

“These people feel that they can be successful in franchising because they have the money, they have the time and they have the connections,” Lim noted.

Lim said that the trend in franchising has already shifted. Before, food commanded 70 percent of the market, now it has been reduced to 40 percent. The other 40 percent is for products while the remaining 20 percent is for services.

“We expect services like spas and salons to grow even further,” he said.

Earlier, a study by the University of Asia and the Pacific said the franchising sector continues to be an important driver of the economy.

Franchising has accounted for five percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) of the country since 2005.

this is wonderful migs...Bacolod brand will go international na ha :) hahahahaha....

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http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s174/arlene_pics/Grendel6.jpgGrendel Alvarado a 22 year old student from Bacolod and now a fashion model was named after winning the first cycle of Philippines' Next Top Model a local franchise of Tyra Banks top model search America's Next Top Model after making it to the finals with Rina Lorilla. Her prize was a Php 150,000 contract, a modeling contract with Saga Events and modeling representation courtesy of Starz People, Hong Kong and a six-page fashion editorial for Preview Magazine.

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she's a very successful model na. she already walked the runway for josie natori(who's also a successful filipina)... she sat next to me in class back in grade school hehehe

^^ sa site sang sylvia manor ina...

^^ tingala ko man na daw kanami. :) hehehehehe

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Ponce Building, Luzuriaga St, Bacolod City
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i never thought check inn to be like this. is this the one which occupies the building of what used to be the gaisano food park, migs?

saw her last weekend sa robi, we check out the new store there, i forgot the name of the shop, however she looked a bit haggard, nag cry2x guro ang bata, i dunno.

^^ yup...thats it :)

saw her last weekend sa robi, we check out the new store there, i forgot the name of the shop, however she looked a bit haggard, nag cry2x guro ang bata, i dunno.

belvieu i think...dont know the right spelling :)

i never thought check inn to be like this. is this the one which occupies the building of what used to be the gaisano food park, migs?

Right in the heart of the city,they offer cheap room rates without compromising the quality of services and the rooms are huge and clean with hot and cold shower plus cable tv.

she's a very successful model na. she already walked the runway for josie natori(who's also a successful filipina)... she sat next to me in class back in grade school hehehe

oh em gee!! natori?! that's cool that's a well known luxury brand in new york

^^ a ok..yes it is pronounced that way...with class. :) khaaaaaahhhhpaaahhhhhhhh hahahahahahahahahaha!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Huh!? that sounds orgasmic naman!:lol::lol:.....catching breath at the end :lol:

ABOY'S RESTAURANT
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ABOY'S RESTAURANT
Goldenfields Commercial Complex

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BAR21
21st st. Lacson, bacolod

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Calea Robinsons Place

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Bob's Cafe
Lacson St. Bacolod

belvieu i think...dont know the right spelling :)
^^
Robinsons Bacolod has so many classy shops.:)

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where did you get these pics @fly? its really nice :)
^^
from the website! Sylvia Manor is really a classy hotel!:)

good gid ya SUV....everything looks exceptionally classy! Banana dance and cheers to Bacolod's yummy places! :banana::cheers::banana::cheers::banana::cheers::banana::cheers:

^^ hahahaha!!!! thank you migs ha :) sige ma dance man ra...open na bascon cafe sa salvacion :)

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PALMAS DEL MAR
JR Torres Ave., Bacolod City
Tel No. 435-3527/ 434-7971-72
Website: www.palmas-del-mar.com

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^^ Nice pics @Jay. Palmas del mar ---- MAGNIFICO!!!:cheers:

I hope somebody here schooling at LCC or an alumnae, please post some pics of ARFIEN exhibits. LCC-Bacolod is one of the Phils.' best school of architecture and fine arts. :cheers: Calling @postergirl.:)

i never thought check inn to be like this. is this the one which occupies the building of what used to be the gaisano food park, migs?

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wow I never seen this before, daw hindi lang sa downtown.... :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

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wow I never seen this before, daw hindi lang sa downtown.... :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

may pagka resort type. i thought migs its a multi level hotel, gali kay ara sa likod ang mga rooms nila.

LOUISE Restaurant
located @ 19th St. lacson
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this place got a very wonderful ambiance. with all the antique furnitures and delicious food that they serve, you will surely never gonna miss it. Its affordable. Dont forget to make Louise Restaurant a part of your Dine list when you visit bacolod

Louise Restaurant

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this where they place the bill. so unique!!!

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Palmas del Mar Bacolod

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^^ Palmas del Mar looked more of a Mexican villa. Kudos to its management, they maintained a clean and pretty green environment. No wonder guests from all over are giving good reviews of this resort/hotel in the midst of Bacolod.:cheers: Nice pics @Smile. Thanks.:)

^^ no problem @jeff :) its really the Best here in Bacolod :)

check this out


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Now my tooth is aching with these.........:lol:

^^ ay teh!!! hahahahaha puli di kag mag kaon

BACOLOD EXECUTIVE INN
San Sebastian-Locsin Sts., Bacolod City
Tel No.433-7401 / Fax: 433-7442

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Thursday, August 21, 2008
The sweet and green urban garden
By Luci Lizares

WHEN I did my maiden television show “Luci,” I dedicated a segment interviewing Millie Kilayko and Tima Lacson in Sweet Greens. They were also in their infant stage and I was a struggling TV host.

But that was a few years ago and Sweet Greens has grown sweeter and greener and has in fact made some renovations. Just recently, the public was treated to an evening of live music to feature its expanded facilities as well as its enhanced and exciting menu.

One of Europe's city charms is to be dining and having coffee al fresco. That charm can now be enjoyed in the new Sweet Greens. From every area of the restaurant, one can view the street and its gardens.

Two new function rooms have been constructed to accommodate 30-35 people and another for 60. The growing number of people now who transact business over lunch, dinner or coffee has inspired the enterprising duo to realize this.

Romance always fills the air and more so when a courtyard has a cascading fountain.

While a concert was the expected order of the evening headed by "music enthusiast forever" Bitay Lacson, soon to stand will be a 500+sq.m. lawn with a built-in stage for outdoor concerts, weddings and parties.

On its menu, Tima and Millie have always been innovative. They chose to serve favorite family recipes mostly traditional native delicacies with creative twists.

Fast becoming a popular ordered item is the crispy pata of Tito Ed Locsin and Millie.

Tito Ed cures the pork knuckles to a pink like ham, then Millie adds her own element of flavors and an interesting and savory crispy pata is the muy delicioso result.

Sweet Green's pitaw and fried chicken are also fast becoming favorites.

Tima and discounting husband Bitay's contribution have come out with a new version of the now classic Papa Daniel bangus - this time from smoked bangus fillet.

It is a bottled goodie and can be eaten from the bottle or onto a sizzling plate.

For chitchiria lovers, it is a great spread and can also be used as a base for pasta, salads etc.

Another innovation in the exciting new menu is their seven ways of eating inasal-bordering from classic inasal served either grilled or sizzling or dashed into a salad, pasta or croquette or blended into a pâté or having its slivers in soup or as part of a wrap inspired by the way Peking duck is served. The last is my favorite gid!!!

While talking about all these is making my mouth water, the best way to enjoy all these is really to savor all these pleasures in the urban garden at the heart of the city -- that is Sweet Greens.

TAMERA PLAZA INN
#79 Lacson St., Bacolod City
Tel No. 432-1708; Fax: 709-0886

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CHECK INN PENSION
Ponce Building, Luzuriaga St, Bacolod City
Tel. No. (034)432-3755

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Sa rooftop ni nila ang may mga tanom. Though medyo kalain sg Check Inn nga ngalan (kay malisyosa ko ya) kag ang front nila daw indi nami, nice man ang ila nga mga rooms. Dira namon ginapa stay mga guests namon. May 20% discount pa kami da. hehehe

Sa rooftop ni nila ang may mga tanom. Though medyo kalain sg Check Inn nga ngalan (kay malisyosa ko ya) kag ang front nila daw indi nami, nice man ang ila nga mga rooms. Dira namon ginapa stay mga guests namon. May 20% discount pa kami da. hehehe

yup...daw indi gani nami ang ngalan...daw ka hahahaha!!! parehas lang ta guro may malisya a :)

KUNDUTEL
Goldenfields, Bacolod City

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the newly painted Kundutel in Goldenfields

Now my tooth is aching with these.........:lol:

next mo na balik dira mo naman ako e treat ha :) hahahaha

Bacolod Pavilion Hotel


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LION's MANOKAN
Reclamation Area(beside SM City)

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yup...daw indi gani nami ang ngalan...daw ka hahahaha!!! parehas lang ta guro may malisya a :)



apir! bisan ako ka malisyoso ang pagkaintindi ko sa name sang hotel. ahaha indi gd man nami ang iya atubang. imagine may closed down moviehouse, tupad city hall, may mga tambay pa da kung kis a...

pero in fairness kanami sang iya interior.

apir! bisan ako ka malisyoso ang pagkaintindi ko sa name sang hotel. ahaha indi gd man nami ang iya atubang. imagine may closed down moviehouse, tupad city hall, may mga tambay pa da kung kis a...

pero in fairness kanami sang iya interior.

gani, sa dalom damo pa na da mga sunoy. kag mga vendors sa dalum. amo lang na galing. nami ang iya na interior...pero daw motel ang sa babaw na garden :) hahahaha

^^ motel? daw check in gid? ahahahahah

jk

^^ motel? daw check in gid? ahahahahah

jk

hahahaha daw may malisya gid :) :nuts:

^^ motel? daw check in gid? ahahahahah

jk

Huwag smallin ang Check Inn.Just check it for yourself.Their staff can give you a free viewing of their rooms upon request.It's far from being a motel type.The rooms starts from 2nd til 4th floor ang reception lang ara sa ground floor(kag elevator is available)and beside check inn is for those who can't afford to stay the likes of Sylvia Manor or L'fisher.
Medical reps from Manila and Cebu stayed with them and even tourist both local and foriegn.May mga long staying guest sila mostly foriegners.Maybe you should check out with Blue Guy from SM who stay with them during the opening stage of SM City Bacolod.
I must say Check Inn is a good choice for budget travellers.

MANOKAN COUNTRY
Reclamation Area(fronting SM City)

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^^hidlaw man ko kaon inasal migs ba.:lol:

^^and the fact that its owned by the Po's... they are one of the most successful businessmen in the city with businesses in panay and neg. or. I hope the Po's will venture into high end hotels and tourism related ventures. afterall, they been with the travel industry for a long time already. and their ponce travel is i think one of the pioneers.

^^ yup a bigger and better hotel to compete with other BIG hotels in the City. :)

Hi...a newbee here.

Feeling my way around. Appreciating your mouth-watering posts. yum...gingutom na ko.

Hi...a newbee here.

Feeling my way around. Appreciating your mouth-watering posts. yum...gingutom na ko.

hey!!! welcome @EASTah!!!...enjoy this thread...you may also wanna visit some of our threads :)

main thread
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=684796&page=22

hotels and Accommodations
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EB Magalona crab sanctuary eyed
BY CARLA GOMEZ

EB MAGALONA – Residents of Barangay Tomontong here, known for its famous blue crabs (alimasag), are singing the blues.

The lucrative earnings they once had are hurting with the decline in their catch attributed to over-harvesting and the rising price of fuel, Barangay Captain Rolly Bronda said yesterday.

Eighty percent of the 1,717 residents of Tomongtong rely on blue crabs as the major source of their livelihood, Bronda said.

Kagawad Felipe Deguira Jr. said that, in the past, his average catch was 10 kilos a day but it has dropped to just about 3 kilos. That leaves him with earnings of about P250 a day after gasoline and other expenses are deducted, he said.

But there are still some good days when his catch reaches 20 to 30 kilos, he said.

Kagawad Dalia Gaco, 48, who has been in the blue crab business in Tomongtong for 18 years, said their catch is bought by picking plants at P165 a kilo where crab meat is extracted and sold to buyers for export.

Government has helped us through the years by providing seminars to teach us to be discriminating in our catch to prevent the depletion of the blue crabs, she said.

Fishermen here have been taught about the need to avoid fishing practices that do not allow the return to sea of juvenile crabs that have not yet reached sexual maturity or gravid crabs that have not yet spawned, Arsenio Palma, EB Magalona fishery officer, said.

THEY’RE TASTIER

“Blue crabs that are abundant in Tomongtong are much tastier than other crabs because the habitat here is soft and muddy with a lot of algae,” he said.

To fully improve the habitat of the crabs and the burger shells and brown mussels they feed on, villagers have also stepped up mangrove reforestation, former barangay captain Andrito Malunes said.

The mangroves also help prevent further erosion in Tomongtong that could also gradually be eaten up by the sea if no proactive measures are taken.

EB Magalona Mayor David Lacson said that, to further save Tomongtong from being lost to the sea P2 million from the funds of the town, provincial government and Rep. Jose Carlos Lacson (Neg. Occ., 3rd District) have been allocated for the repair of the village dikes.

The name Barangay Tomongtong is synonymous with blue crabs but actually EB Magalona’s shoreline from barangays Latasan to Pasil have blue crabs, too, Lacson said.

CRAB SANCTUARY

Lacson said he is also proposing the establishment of a 19-kilometer crab sanctuary for gravid crabs or “Bukakahan” from barangays Latasan to Pasil that will be off limits to fishermen for five to 10 years. This will allow undisturbed spawning and ensure the propagation of blue crabs for the future, he said.

“We will explain the benefits of a crab sanctuary to marginal fishermen, provide alternative livelihoods and hold hearings on the matter,” Lacson said.

Meanwhile, he said the town government is enforcing two ordinances prohibiting and penalizing the catching of gravid crabs and juvenile crabs or crablets.

PICKING PLANTS

Today there are also six known blue crab processing plants in EB Magalona, Lacson said.

From the catchers, the crabs are brought to these plants where their meat is picked out and packed for shipment mostly to Cebu for canning and export, he said.

Two such picking plants in EB Magalona are the Hibionada Aqua Venture ran by Ronaldo Hibionada and Kyle Seafoods Ventures owned by Ronald Villanueva.

Hinionada said his plant provides about 150 EB Magalona residents jobs at peak production and has an output of 600 to 700 kilos of crabmeat a day, which he sells to exporters at P90 to P100 a kilo.

The canned crabmeat for Hibionada Aqua Venture is shipped out from Cebu to the US market, he said.

Villanueva said his plant has about 50 to 60 employees and produces about 200 kilos of crab meat a day.

The crab meat picking plants have provided added employment to many in EB Magalona, Lacson said.

But the employment and income for EB Magalona residents, from their blue crab industry could be lost if stakeholders don’t protect their blue crab resource, the mayor said.

At the provincial level a Provincial Blue Crab Fishery Ordinance is also in place regulating the catching, selling, buying and mere processing of gravid blue crabs and crablets in Negros Occidental.*CPG

^^hidlaw man ko kaon inasal migs ba.:lol:

Hi...a newbee here.

Feeling my way around. Appreciating your mouth-watering posts. yum...gingutom na ko.

Ari mga migo para sa inyo.:lol::lol:(dugang pampagutom)
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Feel at home,Eastah!:cheers: