When news broke that Itchoy Batchoyan had reopened its doors, my heart did a little dance of joy. The unassuming eatery nestled in the heart of Cebu City had become a cherished haven for many, offering more than just food; it provided comfort, solace, and a sense of community during the tough times of the pandemic and beyond. In a city known for its bustling food scene, Itchoy Batchoyan still found a way to stand out. During the pandemic, I never stopped exploring and looking for the best local eats. One of my most exciting discoveries was this unassuming Batchoyan and Paresan. I remember the first time I walked through its doors, drawn in by the aroma of familiar Filipino comfort foods. Batchoy, beef pares, Sisig, Crispy Kare-Kare, and Lechon Kawali were just a few of the fantastic creations that awaited those lucky enough to discover this culinary haven. The eatery back then had a "dirty kitchen" were you can watch how the delicious food are made. The man behind this...
You cannot say you are a Cebuano foodie until you partake and enjoy the offerings of your local Pungko-Pungko stall. Pungko means squat in the Cebuano language. The Pungko-Pungko name was attached to vendors who walk to sell food and when they find interested eaters they usually look for a clean corner and squat or "pungko" to eat. Now, most Pungko-Pungko suki do not need to look for their favorite vendor because there are now in many places in the city that are known for this type of "cuisine". The popular hotspots for pungko-pungko are the stalls in the Fuente area at the back of Sampaguita Suites, Redemptorist Church Area near Foodarama, and Cebu Doctor's University area beside McDonald's.
When it comes to Cebu’s food scene, we’ve always been spoiled with classics like lechon, ngohiong, and sutukil. But if you’ve got a sweet tooth, there’s a rising star in town that deserves a spot on your must-try list— Kat & Perry’s Kitchenette in Tisa. I first learned about this humble doughnut shop through social media, and what really caught my attention was when a local award-giving body recognized them for having the best doughnuts in Cebu. That kind of praise isn’t something you hear every day, so naturally, my curiosity was piqued. A Sweet Sunday Discovery One Sunday, I decided to make the drive to their shop located at Cabarrubias St., San Jose Village, Tisa, Cebu City (nearest landmark: House of Fruitas). Kat & Perry’s opens at 12 noon , and believe it or not, I was Customer No. 1 for the day. The anticipation felt like lining up for fresh bread in the morning—but this time, it was for doughnuts. I ordered a box of six assorted...
If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a food blogger and content creator, it’s that time and convenience are everything. When I’m out shooting food videos, jumping from one café to another, or editing reels late at night, I need gear that keeps up. That’s why Samsung’s latest releases — the Galaxy S25 FE , Galaxy Tab S11 , and Galaxy Buds3 FE — instantly caught my attention. These aren’t just cool new gadgets. They’re a total ecosystem upgrade that makes daily life smoother, whether you’re creating, hustling, or simply enjoying your favorite local eats. 🍜📱 🌟 The Galaxy Ecosystem in Action: Seamless from Street Eats to Screen Time What I love most about the Galaxy lineup is how everything just… flows. Imagine this: you’re filming a food stall scene using your Galaxy S25 FE , then you sit down and seamlessly transfer that footage to your Galaxy Tab S11 for quick editing — no cables, no lag, no stress. That’s...
I love exploring my city late at night to look for food. In a way, I believe that in any city in the world some of the best local food comes past your bedtime. While many are asleep, I am having an awesome food trip. One of my recent discoveries is the super yummy Bakagan of Mandaue. If you ask your well-to-do Cebuano foodie friends, what Bakagan is, the question will probably be returned to you. Well, my short definition of Bakagan is that it is a soup dish made with the skull of the pig boiled for hours. This dish is characterized by a gingery broth with pulled pork-like meat that is very tender. Bakagan is perfect during the rainy season or after a drinking session.
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