38 Kilometers From Home
by We went back to the convent of the Marian Monks in Simala, Sibonga today to accompany some aunts and uncles. When we reached Naga …
In Photos: Cebu Fruits In Season
One of the most popular fruit joints in Cebu is the one found in front of the Chong Hua Hospital. It is so popular that …
Another One For Cebu!
Wow! Sir Randeemags, who is currently enjoying the good life in London right now, sent me a link to a video that he created. …
The Waway Effect: Why Cebuanos are Scared of Warlito Toledo
I went home tonight to an almost-empty street near our house. The eskinita which was usually loud and noisy was lifeless and very quiet. The …
Intosan Resort: Danao’s Hidden Gem
Another very interesting resort I discovered recently is the Intosan Resort in Danao City. Unlike the El Salvador beach resort, Intosan is a few kilometers …
Blessed Are The Faithful: Santo Niño Devotees Upclose
The Basilica Minore del Santo Niño is one of the most visited churches in Cebu. The church gets regular attendance from devotees who live …
The Seriously Controversial Banilad Road
The Banilad Road is one of the most controversial parts of the city. 1. It is where the Ciudad Mall was set to rise. …
Let’s Get Profound: Performance Art in SM City Cebu
And I mean, really profound. Last night, Pikoy gave me a ticket to a music and dance presentation. It was entitled Formacio de Cambra …
Video: Going Home
Last week, a reader from outside the country [Gammy a.k.a. ‘Takdol’] emailed me about using some of the photos for a video he’s putting …
Simala: A Pilgrim’s Paradise
The Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, more popularly known simply as Simala, is a church for Marian devotees in the town of Sibonga. The Monastery …