If you happen to be in Cebu City on a weekend, Sugbo Mercado is definitely a must-go place to satisfy the foodie in you. Located at the Garden Bloc in Cebu IT Park in Apas, Sugbo Mercado presents diverse culinary dishes featuring a fusion of local and international food cuisine and beverages.
As part of our Cebu Familiarization tour sponsored by Air Asia and in part by Cebu City Tourism Office, we went there last Saturday night to fill our tummies after a long day walking along the historical streets of Cebu. And yes, Sugbo Mercado was oozing with lively market vibe and was teeming with people when we came.
As a backgrounder, it opens only during the weekends: Friday-Sunday at 5pm till 11pm. It also has other branches in Cebu Business Park and in South Road Properties (SRP).
I had a fantastic time last week when Air Asia launched its inaugural flights to new summer destinations from Davao to Cebu, Puerto Princesa, Caticlan and Clark. I was blessed to be part of the group of bloggers, vloggers, and journalists who went to Cebu for a 3-day Familiarization Tour! Yes three whole days to explore the beauty of the queen city of the south that is Cebu.
Although I have been to Cebu a few times, I have not experienced a planned trip with extensive itineraries that would take us to historical and gastronomical places in this part of the Philippines.
Welcome to Cebu!!!
On our first day, after we landed at Mactan Airport, and after the inaugural ceremonies of the maiden flights.Galleon San Pedro Tours led by the seasoned guide Ka Bino Guerrero took us to a Heritage Tour to Cebu City's popular historical sites.
Our first stop? The Magellan's Cross along Magallanes St fronting the City Hall. It is the famous Christian cross planted by Portuguese and Spanish explorers as ordered by Ferdinand Magellan upon arriving in Cebu in the Philippines on 15 March 1521. It is very near the Basilica del Santo Nino.
Davao City's tourism industry has been enjoying a positive leap especially since President Rodrigo 'Digong' Duterte is from here. Tourists are becoming more interested about Davao and what it has to offer.
Aside from restaurants and shopping stores opening here and there, hotels and inns are also on a roll to answer the demand for room and accommodations by travellers and visitors alike. One of these is a quaint little hotel--Aikiko House. It is a Japanese-inspired inn whichjust recently opened at the heart of Davao City. Located along Anda St (fronting Cecil's Snack Inn) , it has 30 single/double rooms having minimalist amenities and relaxing atmosphere.
This modern mini hotel is perfect for backpackers, businessmen and those who want cozy and clean rooms at affordable rates. It is very accessible to schools, park, churches, establishments, and shopping malls.
Here are the rest of the photos I took of the rooms and facilities during the blessing and inauguration of Aikiko House:
Last Sunday, we got the first dibs on Max's returning hit, the Chicken All-You-Can. Yep, it is back for this summer only at participating Max's restaurants. For only Php 249 you will experience unlimited sarap to the bones goodness that's uniquely Max's, plus a glass of ice-cold Pepsi.
The promo which is only valid for dine-in transactions, started last April 16, then on April 21 & 28, May 5 and 12. You may avail it from 2pm till 10pm.
For those who haven't tried this enticing offer yet, here's how Max's Chicken All-You-Can promo works:
Initially, you will be served with a piece of Max's Quarter chicken. Chicken refills will be given only after you finish each piece. Don't forget that it's strictly no sharing and no leftovers. Dude, just relax, take it slow and consume as much chicken as you wish.
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