GOLDEN VALLEY HOTEL CELEBRATES 25 YEARS IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

The Golden Valley Hotel Management and Employees celebrating their 25 years in business

Golden Valley Hotel and Suites gathered their tenured employees and loyal clients who have all become family to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the property last September 20, 2019 at the Alicia Hall, Golden Valley hotel with the theme, Modern Filipina.

The Appreciation awarding was kicked off by the top accounts who stayed with the property since it began business in September 16, 1994. Representatives Angelina Dungog of Norfil Foundation, Dr.Antonio Del Soccoro of DAR, Marivic Garces of PSWDO and Shalaine Lucero of DSWD received appreciation trophies for patronizing the company for the last 25 years.

Golden Valley Hotel also awarded their employees who have shown loyalty through the years. The highlight of the program was the awarding of the four pillars of Golden Valley Hotel who stayed with the company for twenty five years. Mr. Simplicio “Jun” Magno of the engineering department, Ms. Estrella Veloso of the housekeeping department, Property Head- Ms. Erlinda Mendaros and Sales Manager - Ms. Estrelita Velasquez, all received a Golden Valley trophy of appreciation and a house and lot from Prime Homes. The award was presented by Golden Valley Hotel President Mr. Benny Que together with his mother Mrs. Alicia Que.

Guests were treated with a special performance from Yeesha Dela Calzada of The Voice Kids while savoring the definitely Cebuano buffet spread that boasts of pork humba, Cebu lechon, roasted chicken, ngohiong, a “do it yourself” sinuglaw station and huge “Kawa” of Larang, Balbacua and Native Chicken Tinola. All your favorite kakanins like pichipichi and puto were also present including servings of fresh fruits native to the country.

It was indeed a Bulawanong Celebration of thanksgiving. Cheers to more and more fruitful years to Golden Valley Hotel.

Congratulations to the Que Family and to the dedicated staff of Golden Valley Hotel Cebu. Cheers to more golden memories and moments to come!

Good Food Under the Sun at SUNZIBAR SABOROSO

Sunzibar Saboroso is the first venture in Cebu by a group of friends who have always shared a love for food. Of course, it helped that the other partners had Sunzi Cafe and Sunzibar in Tacloban City which has been in operation for close to 20 years already. In Tacloban, the focus was always on the food and the flavors. Sauces and marinades were made from scratch, rubs and other condiments were from ingredients easily sourced from the markets.

When Typhoon Yolanda hit Tacloban City, Sunzibar suffered losses but was one of the earliest to open after the storm. But back in early 2000, Sunzibar was just a hole-in-the-wall, with a few tables and a stove. What made it different from other places were the items on the menu, the flavors and the way the food was presented on the plate. Over the years, Sunzibar created a loyal following of families, coworkers, and friends. So in the devastation of Yolanda, to reopen Sunzibar the soonest was the goal for Tacloban locals to have something familiar away from the loss suffered from the storm.

TORTILLA WEDGES- deep-fried tortilla wedges with garlic sour dip.

 HOUSE SALAD - fresh green vegetables with a tangy herb vinaigrette dressing, cheese, and crunchy tortilla crumbled on top.

 PEPPER STEAK - a whole pound of steak with a light coating of coarse ground pepper and spices. Served with tangy dipping sauce and rice pilaf.

 QUESADILLA - choose your filling: Garlic Cheese, Garlic Onion, Ham & Cheese, Cheese Mushroom or Ham/Cheese/Mushroom. This comes with chunky salsa fresca and honey mustard sauce.

SUNBURGER - juicy burger with healthy veggie toppings and tortilla chips on the side.

Four years after the storm, Dr. Lorel Dee and her cousin Michelle Supe decided to open Sunzibar Saboroso in Cebu to bring these flavors and share it with Cebuanos. With the same menu of Mexican-inspired dishes, SunziSab’s focus is still on flavor. All the ingredients are sourced from what is available locally. There is an effort to find flavors to appeal to everyone. Items on the menu are prepared with a twist and adapted to suit local tastes like our Rum Ribs and the Jerk Bangus.

Portions are also hefty. There are items on the menu that are prepared for sharing with drinks and salad on the side like the Pepper Steak, Rum Ribs and the spicy Diablo. We also make our own flour tortilla. Our chips and nachos are crunchier and lighter especially topped with hot beef strips or a crisp salad. Sunzibar Saboroso’s menu can appeal to all ages and the big servings are a sure hit for a gathering of friends and family not to mention the big savings from these shared meals. From crunchy, cheesy nachos to fresh salads, soups, and pasta, Sunzibar Saboroso will definitely keep your belly happy.

As the world got together after that big storm, let’s gather at the table. We at Sunzibar Saboroso hope to get Cebuanos together for a good meal, to taste food prepared with heart and enjoy good food moments under the sun.

COMMUTERS TURN TO ANGKAS TO SURVIVE CEBU TRAFFIC GRIDLOCKS

With the worsening traffic situation in Metro Cebu, commuters have turned to Angkas, a popular motorcycle taxi ride-hailing service, to survive the daily gridlocks and reach their destinations on time.

While the increasing business activity has become a positive note for the southern business district, such industrialization brought with it an increase in the number of vehicles plying the streets and the consequent traffic jams in and around the area.

In fact, the Land Transportation Office Region VII (LTO-7) has over half a million motor vehicles and motorcycles in its registry for Cebu Province as of December 2017.  In 2018, this number grew to around 800,000.

Moreover, in a recent study by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the unresolved traffic congestion in Metro Cebu has resulted in at least P1.1 billion in economic losses a day.

“Traffic is a problem that affects all social classes,” businessman and Angkas advocate Gilbert Olan stressed. “Rich and poor alike, we are all affected by the traffic problem and are all burdened by its economic and social costs,” he added.

“As a Cebuano, dili ko ganahan sa sobrahan nga katrapik sa atoang sugbu. Mao ning pirti gyud makalagot sa atoang tanan (As a Cebuano, I hate that our city is plagued by heavy traffic. It's become increasingly frustrating for all of us),” Olan stressed. “This is exactly the reason why Angkas was born, to alleviate the commuting problems of Cebuanos,” he added.

“Angkas is an innovative and timely traffic solution that Cebuanos need and we are happy to offer this service to help commuters reach their destinations in a fast, convenient, and affordable way,” said Angeline Tham, Angkas Founder and CEO.

Tham adds that, Angkas biker-partners are strictly screened and are given thorough safety training before being allowed to service passengers. The Angkas bikers and their passengers are also entitled to insurance in every trip.

“We are all aware of how Angkas puts a premium on the safety of the passengers, the bikers, and everyone else on the road,” she noted. “And this is something that we are proud of.”

In line with their effort to ensure the safety of the biker-partners and their passengers, Angkas held the very first “Angkas Safety Fiesta” in Cebu last Sunday at the Plaza Independencia, Cebu City. The 12-hour event, which started at 10 a.m., featured a safety seminar and skills training session for their biker-partners, a dental mission, free haircut and massage for the participants, and a Gymkhana tournament.

The Angkas Safety Fiesta also served as an onboarding activity for new Angkas biker-partners, with the objective of being able to service more Cebuano commuters at a time.

As an added treat for the bikers and their families, a musical concert was held featuring popular artists such as Andrew E. and Cueshe as well as upcoming acts like the D7G Girls, Jay R Siaboc, Crazy Duo Jr., and the Maka Girls. The show, which was hosted by DJ Chixie and DJ Ringo, was open to the public.

“Our over 5,000 Angkas biker-partners in Metro Cebu are more than prepared to take on the task of ferrying commuters to where they need to go,” Olan declared. “And this is just the beginning,” he added, stressing that while traffic continues to plague Metro Cebu, Angkas will continue to help Cebuanos by not only providing an efficient transport option, but also providing a decent means of livelihood for motorcycle owners.

More Reasons to Love Robinsons Galleria Cebu with Opening of New Outlets

Robinsons Galleria Cebu (RGC) continues to strengthen its hold as Cebu’s favourite mall with the opening of more shops and regional outlets.

Tenants ranging from food and beverage, apparel, healthcare, and a dance studio, have already opened at Robinsons Galleria Cebu this year alone, with more expected in the next few months.

Among those who recently joined the growing RGC family is the highly popular G-Force Studio which offers dance classes with members of G-Force themselves. Less than a year since its operation, they are already planning to expand before the year ends. Other shops that opened this year include Savoura, Max’s, Wingers Unlimited, Munchery, Ikkousha and Chachago as well as Forever Young, Adidas, Penshoppe, Sunnies Specs, Sunnies Studios, Maxicare, and My Health.

“Robinsons Galleria Cebu offers a unique shopping experience compared to other malls. It’s a perfect mix of retail, food, entertainment, and the best in the region outlets all bundled in a truly relaxing mall experience,” said Floramie Adolfo, Senior Regional Operations Manager – Central & Eastern Visayas, Robinsons Land Corporation.

From October to December this year, several other shops and mall facilities are also expected to open at the RGC. Among them is the hotel gym of Summit Galleria Hotel, Cebu Pacific, Wei Renal Dialysis Center, Belle Lumier Aesthetic, Psalm Medical Center, Kizuna Skin Clinic, and Huawei.

Also expected to open are the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).

These two government offices will become part of the existing Lingkod Pinoy Center at the RGC, which is a one-stop shop for government offices. Already open at the Lingkod Pinoy Center are the Social Security System (SSS), Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost), and Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (Philhealth).

As an added convenience to shoppers, Robinsons Galleria Cebu also offers free rides to and from Robinsons Fuente, Robinsons Cybergate, Banawa, Talamban, Mandaue, Guadalup and the pier area. This is on top of existing public transport which include various jeepneys plying different routes, MyBus, and BEEP.

“Our proximity to the pier is a very strategic location that offers travellers a comfortable respite either when they arrive from or are waiting for their trip. This also comes handy for last minute pasalubong shopping,” Adolfo said.

As if you don’t already have more than enough reasons to visit Robinsons Galleria Cebu, the mall, being a pet friendly mall is offering the Happy Pets Club Membership Promo – free welcome kit for Happy Pets Club Membership applicants up to November 30 for every P3,000 single receipt purchase. 

About Robinsons Galleria Cebu

Strategically located along Gen. Maxilom Ave., Robinsons Galleria Cebu is the newest shopping destination in the Queen City of the South showcasing a world-class architecture and vibrant indoor landscapes.

Robinsons Galleria Cebu is the centrepiece of a well-designed mixed-use development by Robinsons Land Corp. The Galleria Complex will include three residential condominium buildings, enterprise centers, as well as a hotel that will all capture the optimistic, progressive, and thriving community spirit of Cebu.