Cebu Parklane International Hotel, a hotel in Cebu that stands for Cebu, celebrated its 13th anniversary last July 11, 2019, at the hotel's Victoria Hall. Celebrating its milestone, the hotel prepared a distinct way of celebrating its 13th year of existence. Guided by the theme
Distinctly Local: Celebrating Arts and Culture, featuring Cebuano Food and Fashion, the hotel weaved together Cebuano food and fashion gracefully as it featured the works of fashion designer
Dexter Alazas and the genius kitchen creations of
Chef June Rhoses Alviola Fernandez. Parklane delivered rich and meaningful experiences to its guests all throughout the event with 3 parts (fashion show, Cebuano food fusion dinner, and special awarding ceremonies).
Along with the introduction of its new tagline
"Distinctly Local", Parklane introduced its wholesome lineup of ambassadors. The meticulously chosen men and women embody the different significant facets of promoting Cebu. The commendable individuals are as follows: Mr. Dexter Alazas for Fashion, Chef Richard Hao for Food, Madam Nelia Navarro for Cancer Awareness, Mr. Joselito "Boboi" Costas for Sustainable Tourism, Ms. Ethel Diane Ting for Fitness, and Sports, Mr. Gavin Sanson Bagares for Heritage, Mr. Ruel Rosello for Arts, Mr. Tony Galon for Environment, and Ms. Jack Chang for Music.
The ambassadors who deeply embody the hotel's beliefs in promoting Cebu owned the ramp flaunting the Cebu Wear creations of Dexter Alazas.
The night was ignited by the skilled performances of dancers from different municipalities of Cebu. Dancers from Aloguinsan, Catmon, and Liloan presented their festival dance, alongside the Oasis percussionists as Cebuano models killed it on the runway showcasing Cebu Wear by no other than Dexter Alazas.
One of the main highlights of the event was the gastronomical experience headed by Chef June accentuating the diverse culinary history of Cebu. The distinctly local dinner which was divided into 6 fantastic parts featured the following on its menu:
Starter: Brûléed Native Chicken Liver Pâté
A brilliant work of Chef June turning the savory flavor of Cebu's native chicken into a delightful French pâté 😊
Soup: Dumanjug's Bisnok in Dumpling Soup with Green Papaya, Moringga Oil, and Ginseng
This one is an instant crowd favorite. Definitely one for the books. I would say that this shows much of Chef June Rhoses Alviola Fernandez creativity and innovation in the kitchen. Hats off!
The Ocean: Pan-Fried Alonguinsan Kinsan Fish
A personal favorite. I have tried Kinsan fish before but in another dish. Serving it pan-fried is a brilliant way of highlighting the fish's natural taste and texture.
The Harvest: Samboan Passion Fruit and Aloguinsan Dragon Fruit Sorbet
Who would have thought of combining passion fruit and dragon fruit into a sorbet? The sweetness of this one if just right and the fruits' flavor blends wonderfully.
The Land: Braised Beef Short Rib with Crispy Balbacua
It's impossible to go home hungry with this crunchy and crispy gastronomical number. The soft and flavorful beef went so well with the nutritious millet zhuzhed up with local tomatoes and fried bolinao fish. How I wish I have devoured this using my hands!
Argao's Mango Wine Rose is a perfect pair for Cebu's premium cheese!
Cheese Board: Assorted Cebu Dried Fruits and Nuts with Bogo Arapal Goat Cheese, Danao Kiseo and Assorted Cheese with Thin Sticks Salvaro and Organic Honey
Unlike its foreign counterparts, Cebu has awesome sweet and creamy cheese variety. Each tasted to well with the thin salvaro and dried fruits and nuts.
Sweets: Cassava Bibingka, Lilo-an Rosquillos, Masi Cheese Cake, and Carcar Ampao
Everything on this sweets plate is heavenly, but the most celestial one would be the masi cheese cake. It's very innovative for the team to serve masi in a cheese cake form.
The celebration also served as a retrospection on how the hotel pondered on its humble beginnings as it looks forward with a grateful heart to bigger and bolder plans in fostering the all good things that make Cebu a worthwhile destination. Cebu Parklane General Manager Cenelyn Manguilimotan, on her speech, thanked Parklane's Board of Directors, the hotel's different departments, and everyone else who has been part of the hotel's success. The event was graced by officers from the Provincial Government, officials from the Department of Tourism 7, and media and corporate personnel.
As a way of giving back to those who have taken its corporate journey with them, the hotel awarded their distinguished 2017 Top Corporate Accounts, Top Online Travel Agencies, and Top Travel Agencies with personalized plaques.
To thank their loyal patrons, Parklane has an ongoing promo for the whole month of July. Dine in a group of 13 and have the 13th dine for free. Feast on their flagship restaurants: Manuel's Restaurant for Lunch or Dinner Buffet, and Kan-anan Restaurant's for Cebuano Buffet which includes Sutukil All-you-Can and Beandate's Merienda Cena.
For more details and inquiries, you may contact Cebu Parklane International Hotel at 234-7000 or 411-7000. Cebu Parklane International Hotel is located at the corner of Archbishop Reyes Avenue and Escario Street. For further information about Cebu Parklane International Hotel, visit
http://www.parklanehotel.com.ph/ or their official
Facebook account.
