Virginia Food, Inc. officially ushers in the holiday season with the launch of its 2025 Christmas campaign, “Basta Pasko, Virginia,” a nostalgic tribute to the warmth, traditions, and flavors that define the Filipino Christmas experience. This year’s campaign goes beyond presenting the brand’s well-loved products. It highlights the stories that shape Noche Buena tables across generations—stories rooted in family, shared memories, and the familiar tastes that make Christmas in

A new chapter of handmade pasta, bold Italian flavors, and shared moments—now in the heart of the city The Abaca Group proudly announces the opening of its third Tavolàta restaurant, now serving guests at SM City Cebu, North Wing. Known for its handcrafted pasta, straight forward Italian cooking, and warm communal spirit, this latest location brings Tavolàta’s signature experience to one of Cebu’s most vibrant shopping and dining destinations. The new space blends Tavolàta’s

The Children’s Paradise Montessori School (CPMS) has stepped up efforts to support the social, emotional, and mental well-being of its staff and students after Typhoon Tino brought heavy rains and flash floods to Cebu. CPMS founder Ms. Marivic Bathan said the experience pushed the school to reflect on how prepared its personnel and families were to support children during difficult times. She said CPMS had already invested in training and preparedness in the past. However

For many working students, the road to higher education is filled with sacrifices, sleepless nights, and financial uncertainty. For one determined Ilongga, that journey has finally come full circle with a dream realized and the bar successfully passed. Balancing a full-time job while studying law at Central Philippine University was no easy feat. The pressure of exams, recitations, and maintaining employment was already challenging. But perhaps the biggest hurdle of all was f

This Christmas, SM Seaside City Cebu shines as the Ultimate Holiday Capital in Cebu — the premier destination where families, friends, and tourists come together to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Opening the season of wonder across SM Supermalls in the Visayas, SM Seaside became the first mall in the region to launch its Christmas centerpiece, The Grand Gift of Christmas, unveiled last October 22, 2025, at the Mountain Wing Atrium. The 40-foot tree, wrapped in

Present during the launching were, from left: Isabella Louise Eloriaga - Product Manager (Honor of Kings Philippines); Napoleon Andes Jr. - Community Lead, Honor of Kings Philippines; Shaun Pelayo; Tess Liu - Country Head, Level Infinite Philippines; Noel Bernard Dalmacio - Senior Business Development Manager, Level Infinite Philippines; and Gary Lao, Lapu-Lapu City Tourism Head. The City of Lapu-Lapu warmly welcomed the representatives of Honor of Kings (HOK) to celebrate th

The highly anticipated feature, available to select users now, promises faster, simpler, and more connected payments for all GCash customers soon Following the official launch of Google Pay in the Philippines, GCash, the country’s biggest cashless ecosystem, can now be fully integrated with Google’s secure and widely accepted payment system. The integration is now available to select GCash users and will be rolling out to more customers soon. It will enable millions of Fi

NUSTAR Resort & Casino Cebu’s Chief Operating Officer Mr. Sean Knights and Children of Cebu Foundation Inc. Vice President Dr. Clarissa Pe, during a ceremonial handover of the donation held at The Atrium, reaffirming NUSTAR’s commitment to community development. NUSTAR Resort Cebu officially welcomed the holiday season on October 25, 2025, with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Atrium, themed “Pearl of the Holiday Season.” A Pearl that Reflects Cebu’s Enduri

Set to become Cebu’s newest destination for lifestyle, dining, and everyday essentials, Astra Lifestyle Centre located at the heart of A.S. Fortuna Street in Mandaue City will see its tenants open their doors this December 2025. Astra Lifestyle Centre is part of Astra Centre, a fully integrated mixed-use development by Cebu Landmasters that also houses Radisson RED Cebu, the region’s first lifestyle hotel tailored to the new generation of travelers; One Astra Place Towers 1 &

Honor of Kings, the world’s most-played mobile MOBA, introduces its inaugural Filipino hero, Lapulapu, inspired by the national hero who defied colonial forces and became a symbol of courage and independence. The hero will be available in the International Edition of Honor of Kings from 21st November, bringing the spirit of the Philippines to players worldwide. Lapulapu joins the battlefield as a tank support hero with exceptional survivability and crowd control capabilities.

The stories of three independent working students — Xander, Lee, and Crysquei — highlight their resilience and determination as they defy financial odds in pursuit of a college degree- juggling jobs, studies, and personal challenges to achieve their dreams and aspirations. With Study Now, Pay Later, working students are given flexible payment options to fund their tuition fees and realize their dreams. Working students are now a step closer to finishing their studies through

Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown celebrates its 6th year anniversary In just the span of one month, the island of Cebu has faced two of its most difficult moments—a 6.9-magnitude earthquake and, more recently, a typhoon that claimed hundreds of lives and left communities grieving and rebuilding. Yet amid the quiet strength of recovery, Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown chose to celebrate its sixth anniversary in a way that honored faith, compassion, and community. What was originally plan

The season for savvy shoppers and home enthusiasts has officially arrived as the Cebu Home And Builders Centre (CHBC) kicks off its much-anticipated Mega Year-End Sale 2025. From November 15 to 30, seven conveniently located branches across Cebu open their doors to offer the biggest discounts and deals of the year. Whether you’re dreaming of a home makeover or your next big building project, CHBC has everything you need under one roof. From essential fixtures and quality cons

Offered by broker AB Capital Securities Inc. via GStocks PH, the FOO subscription feature on GCash makes Megawide’s Series 7 FOO available to Filipinos, with fixed dividend rates up to 7.70% annually. As part of its commitment to making investing more accessible to all Filipinos, GCash is expanding GStocks PH to include Follow-On Offering (FOO) subscriptions. Offered by broker AB Capital Securities Inc., the FOO feature allows everyday investors to easily participate in addit

Typhoon Tino may have tested the strength of Cebuanos, but the spirit of the holidays continues to shine brightly. As communities come together to rebuild and celebrate, Precious Brew Café (PBC) invites everyone to rediscover the joy of togetherness, generosity, and good food through its exciting holiday offerings. ‎ ‎This season, the café is rolling out an irresistible lineup of festive feast including their Precious Salo-Salo Bilaos, Party Food Trays, Event Packages, Coffee

SM City Cebu unveils a heartfelt celebration that shines brighter than ever this holiday season, not just with lights and grandeur but with grace and the enduring spirit of hope. Following the recent calamities, SM City Cebu proudly presents Unwrapping the Gift of Grace and Hope on November 13, 2025, a touching musical production that celebrates kindness, generosity, and the strength that binds communities together. A 30-foot Christmas tree now stands and glows at the North W

Clasen Business Solutions Inc. (CBSI) proudly announces the official launch of AccountingSuite in Cebu. The launch event took place on November 14, 2025, at Seda Hotel Cebu, and attended by industry leaders and business owners. This innovative, all-in-one business management platform is designed to streamline accounting, inventory, and compliance for Filipino entrepreneurs. Addressing Cebu's Business Needs As Cebu continues its growth as a major business hub in the Visayas, l

Globe leaders respond to questions from media attendees during The Blueprint by Globe event, sharing insights on innovation, purposeful connectivity, and inclusive digital transformation. From left to right: Jonathan Cristobal, Marketing Head of Globe Business; KD Dizon, Vice President of Globe Business; Paula Rivera-Castillo, Head of International Business; Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer; Roche Vandenberge, Chief Marketing Officer; C

NUSTAR Resort Cebu and Cebu Pacific have partnered to offer exclusive perks for travelers flying to Cebu from October to December. Starting October 25 until December 31, 2025, passengers who present their Cebu Pacific boarding passes can enjoy special freebies and services at NUSTAR, the first and only integrated resort in Visayas and Mindanao. Travelers arriving in Cebu can indulge in Fili Hotel’s signature ensaymada at the Fili Lobby Lounge or claim a tourist kit gift cou

From left: the moderator, Apurva Kumar, Senior Investment Specialist, ADB; along with the panelists Luke Boland, Head of Fintech Asia, Standard Chartered Bank; Fernanda Lima, Partner, LeapFrog; Irem Sayeed, Chief Risk Officer, UGRO Capital; and Gabby Lacuesta, Chief Financial Officer, Fuse Financing Inc. in the panel discussion of “Financing Growth: Unlocking Co-Lending, Capital Markets & Risk-Sharing for Fintechs” Fuse Financing, Inc., the lending arm of the Philippines’ lea