V1BE booze, arts festival all set on October 27

​CEBU CITY— All systems go for the biggest multiverse event in Cebu, the V1BE Booze and Arts Festival, on October 27 at the SM Seaside City Concert Grounds creating unforgettable memories, perfectly aligned with the spirit of Oktoberfest. 

“We’re all set to make V1BE a truly unique and groundbreaking experience for the Cebu market. With our installations, lineup, and esteemed partners, V1BE is not just another music festival – it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for our guests,” says L-Squared Productions, Inc., event producer and promoter for V1BE.

Step into a world of music, diverse attractions, and endless excitement at V1BE that is far from any ordinary music festival; it’s a unique, once-in-a-lifetime adventure that transcends musical preferences, ensuring everyone has an incredible time. Prepare to be captivated by a talented lineup of both local and national artists, treating you to a day filled with hit songs, with artists delivering 30 to 45-minute sets.

Local artists DJ Kate, Wonggoys, and Hollywood Folk Hogan will be joining Rico Blanco, Shanti Dope, Zild, Urbandub, 6cyclemind, Chocolate Factory, Agaw Agimat, Gracenote, Dilaw, and Hey June to captivate the guests with their repertoire at the V1BE Booze and Arts Festival.

Beyond music, V1BE offers many immersive activities on the concert grounds. Embark on a journey through the Interstellar Gateway, an interactive installation which will transport guests into another universe. Take a ride on the Spaceship Swing, an attraction that will surely delight the young and young at heart.

Engage in oversized yard pong, a life-sized version of the beloved college game, or challenge your friends and family to a life-sized game of Jenga, stacking fun to new heights.

But that’s not all! Guests will also pass through the Luminous Tunnel, an LED portal leading to their designated sections, adding to the enchantment of the event.

A convenient respite. V1BE lounges are available to all “Plus” ticket holders – including SVIP+, VIP+, and GA+. These lounges provide a haven with covered spaces, offering exclusive seating, tables, a bar, charging stations, and portalets.

Don’t miss out on October 27 and step into the V1BE multiverse! Tickets available at v1be.beetzee.com, SM Tickets, and Ticket2me. (Photos: V1BE/Robby Alugar) 

SM Seaside City hosts Cebu Pug meet

CEBU CITY— Over 200 pugs joined the Seaside Pack Walk, October 15 at SM Seaside City Cebu in celebration of the National Pug Day that aims to create awareness for pugs and to get people to adopt them.

The National Pug Day is held every October 15. It is one of many dog and cat holidays founded by Colleen Paige which was launched in 2012.

The Seaside Pack Walk was made possible by Cebu Grumble and Island Rescue Organization.

The Cebu Pug Meet is also supported by Dunsk Kuhner, Entrée Gourmet Dog, Treats, Zert, Baby Boo, Furmagic, Chef’s Special, Pets Own Pet Milk, Alpa City Suites Hotel, Bubble and Cuddle, Cooee Philippines, Hersheys Pet Hotel, La Bonita, Limoncello Cebu.

Nutri Chunks PH, Pawtisserie Pet Cake Shop, Pepper’s Favorites, Petreats, Poppico PH, Animal Wellness Veterinary Hospital and Clinics, DC Dog Nation, Dollycious & Furriends, Furragamo PH, Paleo Pets, PetKaon, Uclick Self-Portrait Studio – Cebu City. (Photos: RMA News/Robby Alugar) 

VFI introduces new refrigerated margarine

What’s New Virginia? Happy Farm Refrigerated Margarine. This is a premium refrigerated margarine enriched with creamy butter taste close to fresh butter. It has excellent creaming properties and good bake-through quality, which can be used alone or in combination with butter in icing, cakes, cookies, others.

The product is in 190g at P45 and is now available at your nearest supermarkets and Virginia Factory outlers nationwide. Happy Farm Refrigerated Margarine. virginiafood.digitalmarketing@gmail.com
http://www.virginiafood.com.ph

VFI’s “Bring Back the Magic this Christmas" campaign is packed in a Xmas bag of treats

CEBU CITY -- Virginia Food Inc. (VFI) always amazes everyone with its "Bring Back the Magic this Christmas" campaign, spreading cheers once again for the fast approaching holiday season making available the Christmas Bag of Treats package that suits everyone’s preferences and budgets.

“We are offering Christmas bundles and discounts on our popular Virginia Christmas hams to help families create memorable celebrations, while also providing value for money,” VFI marketing manager Marvin Dalumpines said.

VFI’s "Bring Back the Magic this Christmas" is a thoughtfully curated Christmas Bag of Treats with the assortment of Virginia Food, Inc.'s top products, such as spaghetti bundles, assorted canned goods, and a selection of other mouthwatering meat products. The three packages are priced at either P299, P399, and P500 each.

Dalumpines explained that the Virginia Christmas hams, a staple of many holiday celebrations, will be offered in supermarkets and also come with a festive holiday eco-friendly bag.  Consumers can also enjoy significant savings if they buy in bulk these premium quality hams that provide a delicious and impressive centerpiece for their Christmas table.

VFI’s "Bring Back the Magic this Christmas" campaign aims to provide families with a stress-free, budget-friendly way to enjoy a delicious feast during the holiday season during a year that has been tough for many, he added.

The company wants to help bring a little bit of magic and joy back into everyone's homes. Given the challenges many have faced throughout this year, VFI is dedicated to helping people rediscover the magic and joy that the holiday season should bring.

All these are available at participating supermarkets and Virginia factory outlets or through Shoppe and Lazada. With Virginia Food’s high-quality products and attractive promotions, this year's holiday season will be a truly magical one. (Photos: VFI/Robby Alugar)

 

 

Seda Ayala launches new set of menu on Oct. 18-December 2023

CEBU CITY -- Seda Ayala Center Cebu launches its new set of dishes/menu called "Loaded Lunch Buffet" at its Misto Restaurant starting October 18 until December this year at P649/pax from Mondays to Saturdays.

                                        Loaded lunch buffet consists of the following dishes:

                             Soups: Tomato soup & a variety of soup for the day  

Salads: Jikama Salad; mix green salad

Mainstay: Vegetable skewers, Veg with oysters sauce; chicken, pork, grilled shrimps

Desserts: Brownies with blueberry jam 

and your choice of Drinks

What’s new Virginia?

The newly launched products, Happy Farm Frozen Sweet Corn on the Cob and Happy Farm Frozen Sweet Corn Kernel are bursting with juiciness and natural sweetness that’s perfect for everyone.

These can also be added to soups, salads, and even to your favorite dish like Bulalo. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to #SavorTheSweetness.

Make your way to the nearest supermarkets and Virginia Factory outlets and try these newest products that are freshly picked from the farm. #SkiptheHusk #FreshFromtheFarm

Virginia Food Inc. launches its Krunchy Chicken Selection

CEBU CITY -- Virginia Food Inc. (VFI) launched its new “Krunchy” chicken selection-- the Krunchy Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Patties, and Chicken Poppers, in a press conference with media, content creators, Vloggers, bloggers and TikTokers on October 7 at City Sports Cub with a cooking demonstration on how easy, convenient these products are for the busy moms.

“Our role is to provide the ultimate food solutions and to offer convenience and affordable, high-quality food products to the community. The company's ready-to-cook crispy chicken line provides a convenient way for people to savor restaurant-quality chicken dishes from the comfort of their homes, without breaking the bank,” Stanley Go, VFI's Vice President for Sales and Marketing said during the launching.

VFI unveiled its latest offerings to the market, the Virginia all ready to be cooked delectable, succulent, and crunchy creations that exemplify VFI's commitment to providing consumers with top-notch products that cater to a wide range of tastes.

Both kids and adults are bound to savor the Krunchy Chicken Poppers and Chicken Nuggets, which have quickly become a favored snack choice among consumers.  Meanwhile, the Krunchy Chicken Patties offer a wholesome and delicious alternative patty for burger enthusiasts.

These innovative product line not only allows existing food businesses to expand their menus but also empowers aspiring micro-entrepreneurs to embark on their food cart businesses. Parents also will find VFI's ready-to-cook Krunchy line a convenient option for satisfying their family's snack and meal needs, Go noted.

According to Go, in pursuit of this mission, VFI has introduced various products catering to diverse market segments in addition to its premium offerings, the company produces meat products under different brands such as Bigshot, Winner, Champion, and El Rancho.

The Dimsum line, featuring pork and chicken siomai, pork lumpia, and lumpia wrappers, is also among the company's product range.  VFI's product lines extend to include Potato Kingdom French fries and hash browns, as well as Happy Farm sweet corn products.

Go highlights the necessity to develop chicken-based products in response to the recent African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak. This outbreak has disrupted the supply of the company's frozen and canned pork products, not only in terms of raw materials but also due to restrictions on product entry in certain areas.

To address the protein requirements of consumers, VFI, through its research and development (R&D) team, plans to expand its chicken product line. Chicken, being a versatile and appealing option, aligns well with the preferences of non-pork eaters.

VFI's R&D team remains committed to continuous research and development of existing and new product lines to fulfill its role of providing ultimate food solutions. According to Go, innovation is the key to ensuring that the company continues to fulfill this role.

VFI’s new product lines

The ready-to-cook Krunchy line is now available nationwide at affordable prices. The 480-gram Virginia Krunchy Chicken Patties are priced at P199.00. The Krunchy Chicken Nuggets come in two sizes, with the 420-gram pack at P189.00 and the one-kilogram pack at P389.00. Meanwhile, the Krunchy Chicken Poppers are available at P99.00 for the 200-gram pack and P209.00 for the 450-gram pack.

These products are also found at Virginia Factory Outlets in various locations, including Osmeňa Blvd. and Tisa in Cebu City, Barangay Guizo in Mandaue City, Lapu-Lapu City, Bantayan Island, and Tabunok in Talisay City.

Customers can also purchase the Virginia Krunchy line products at leading supermarkets and through online stores nationwide. For more information, visit https://www.virginiafood.com.ph/FactoryOutlet. (Photos: MBCNewman)

Titay’s Rosquillos, a century-old Pasalubong favorite among Filipinos

LILOAN, Cebu – Titay’s Rosquillos is and always will be part of any “Pasalubong” favorite for Filipinos, a celebrated Cebuano delicacy sprouted from the fertile soil of humble beginnings, just like many great ventures.

In the heart of Liloan, Cebu, Titay's Rosquillos started in 1907 when a young lady, Margarita Frasco, affectionately known as Titay of Liloan, embarked on a culinary journey within the confines of her own kitchen with nothing more than common household ingredients—flour, eggs, and shortening, she concocted a secret recipe, one that would give birth to a treat beyond compare for centuries now and probably for generations to come.

Titay's generosity knew no bounds, and in a gesture of gratitude, she gifted a pair of these delectable delights with every bottle of soda purchased at her modest store.  Little did she know that this simple act would ignite a culinary revolution, tantalizing the palates of her loyal patrons and even capturing the attention of the provincial governor of Cebu himself.

When asked about the name of her exquisite creation, Titay could only offer a humble shrug. It was the governor who upon gazing at these ring-shaped wonders, christened them "rosquillos", a term inspired by the resemblance to elegant ringlets, adorned with a distinct central hole.

Such was the clamor for these newfound treasures that Titay's Liloan Rosquillos and Delicacies Inc. emerged from the shadows.  In 1963, Corazon, affectionately known as Mama Azon Frasco, assumed the reins of the business, ensuring that Titay's Rosquillos remained accessible to locals and tourists alike.

What was once a pilgrimage to the northern reaches of Cebu to savor Titay's famous rosquillos has evolved into a convenient indulgence, with these delectable treats now gracing the shelves of malls and supermarkets. The company, expanding its repertoire of delectables, has added an array of biscuits, breads, and pastries to their offerings.

Today, the fourth generation of the Frasco family steers the ship, their unwavering commitment to fortifying the Titay's brand extending not only throughout Cebu but across the entire nation. The cherished recipe has been entrusted to the care of each generation, ensuring that the legacy lives on.

 In recognition of this esteemed heritage, the municipality of Liloan has been celebrating the Rosquillos Festival since 2008, a testament to the enduring love for the biscuit and the enduring brand that brought it to life.

Over a century later, Titay's ovens continue to churn out exquisite, artisanal treats, guided by the well-guarded recipe passed down from Lola Titay herself. The menu has expanded to include classics like otap, flaky hojaldres, anise-flavored galletas del carmen, thin and crisp galletas de bato, Spanish-style polvoron, and coconut-filled sinudlan.

Throughout its storied history, Titay's Rosquillos has been honored with numerous entrepreneurship and leadership awards. Beyond being a recipe, it has become an enduring heritage—a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship, and the indomitable spirit of Filipino entrepreneurship.

To discover more about Titay’s exquisite delicacies, you can reach them at +63 32 268 2079 or send an email to sales@titays.com. Dive into a taste of history, and savor the legacy that is Titay’s Rosquillos. (Photos: CCCI/Enterprise of the Day)