Jipai Taiwan Fried Chicken, the homegrown brand known for its crispy, well-marinated chicken cutlets inspired by Taiwanese street food, has officially opened its first full-service restaurant at Escario Central. The milestone marks a big leap from its humble beginnings as a food stall in Sugbo Mercado just three years ago. Jipai was born from the craving of Adrian Barba, a former OFW in Taiwan who, like many Filipinos working abroad, found comfort in the country’s flavorful street food. One dish in particular — the Taiwanese-style fried chicken — became a weekend favorite for Adrian and his fellow workers. When he…
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Vietnam-based Cebuano innovator Poppet C. Celdran has launched BridgeAI, an educational technology startup that uses artificial intelligence to help Filipino English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers automate lesson planning and improve classroom engagement. BridgeAI, available at www.bridgeai.pro, is a subscription-based platform designed to generate ESL lesson plans quickly, saving teachers time and improving the quality of instruction. Early pilot tests among Filipino teachers showed the platform helped save up to eight hours of planning time per week and increased student engagement by 40%, the company said. Celdran, a Cebu native and graduate of the University of the Philippines Cebu,…
Five senatorial contenders of Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas joined Governor Gwendolyn Garcia’s “suroy-suroy” caravan, courting the 3.4 million registered voters in the nation’s most vote-rich province. Senators Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, Panfilo “Ping” Lacson, Manny Pacquiao, Pia Cayetano, and Deputy Speaker Camille Villar toured more than a dozen cities and towns under Garcia’s One Cebu Party, reflecting Alyansa’s commitment to community-based leadership and intensified efforts to bolster its Visayas support ahead of the May midterm elections. Cayetano, renowned for her advocacy on women’s rights, cited her legislative record that includes the Magna Carta of Women, Expanded Breastfeeding Act, and…
PropTech Philippines is launching its first hackathon in Cebu, aiming to harness the city’s growing tech talent to develop digital solutions for real estate and events industry challenges. Hackestate: Hackathon 2025 will take place on April 14–15 at the Sacred Heart Center in Cebu City. Supported by Filipino Homes, the country’s largest real estate service network, the event will gather student teams from 13 Cebu-based universities to build web-based applications focused on usability, creativity, and industry impact. “This is more than just a competition. It’s a platform for innovation,” said Anthony Gerard Leuterio, CEO of PropTech Philippines and founder of…
SM City Cebu has officially launched the Summer Fun Quest, a season-long celebration featuring interactive games, sports challenges, and family-friendly activities, running from April 7 to May 31. Held at the mall’s North Wing Atrium, the Summer Fun Quest invites families and mallgoers to enjoy a themed mini golf experience and explore interactive zones designed for all age groups. Additional activities include Summer Games at the Rotunda and Main Mall, and Holoworld, a futuristic entertainment zone that blends technology and imagination. One of the event’s highlights is the Pet Olympics, set for May 10 at the Event Centre, which promises…
Vivant Hydrocore Holdings Inc., operating under the trade name Vivant Water, has signed a 25-year joint venture agreement with the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) to supply potable water to Metro Cebu, amid ongoing concerns over water shortages in the region. Under the agreement, Vivant Water will operate a seawater desalination plant in Cordova, Cebu, with a production capacity of up to 20 million liters per day, Cebu Business News reported. The output will be supplied to MCWD for distribution across Metro Cebu. The move comes as the province grapples with rising water demand driven by rapid urbanization and climate-related…
Chek Technologies Inc, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered software-as-a-service (SaaS) startup led by two Cebuano teenage entrepreneurs, aims to disrupt traditional logistics and enterprise systems by harnessing the power of AI. Founded by Christiansen Q. Hermosilla at the age of 15, the startup has developed a multi-purpose platform, Intelogistik, which offers both SaaS and enterprise-level AI solutions. The flagship product integrates warehouse management, HR, communications, and real-time data analytics into a single interface. The platform can parse and standardize information across diverse Excel templates, a common pain point for logistics firms managing multiple clients. Hermosilla is the company’s chief technical officer…
In the heart of Cebu’s vibrant Banilad district rises a serene escape that redefines mid-range luxury: Stacia Hotel. With walls and pillars adorned in natural stone, this architectural gem exudes a quiet strength and elegance, standing proud in the Queen City of the South. Inspired by the timeless charm of Santorini, Stacia Hotel embraces a calming palette of white and blue hues—colors that evoke serenity, inspiration, and wisdom. More than just aesthetic, the hotel’s design is layered with meaning. Its facade, etched with seven distinctive stripes, symbolizes completeness and grace, a nod to the divine gift of time and the…
The Asian Real Estate Summit (ARES) 2025 is expected to draw over 1,000 property professionals and more than 30 top developers from the Philippines when it convenes in Bangkok on July 1-2, organizers said. Now on its third edition, the summit is organized by Cebu-based property network Filipino Homes and will focus on “Empowering Growth: Fostering Global Partnerships with Responsible Developers.” It aims to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and networking among real estate stakeholders. “Participation continues to grow. The summit will be an avenue for CEOs and top executives to share insights and best practices while also engaging with the next…
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino hosted an evening of culinary art inspired by Vincent Van Gogh during the 32nd Dinner Induction Amical of the Chaine Des Rotisseurs Cebu Bailliage on Saturday, March 29. The event, themed “Edible Masterpieces,” drew around 100 members and distinguished guests, including Michel Lhuillier, Bailli Délégué of the Cebu Bailliage. The hotel’s Pacific Grand Ballroom became a canvas showcasing vibrant culinary interpretations of Van Gogh’s iconic artworks. Executive Chef Gerwin Bailon and his team crafted a menu designed around the colors and imagery associated with the famous painter. The carefully curated dishes began with Pelagic…