WOW CDO Blogger Vic Madriaga

Jan42014 by VICMADZNo Comments

What to Expect When you Dine In at Pepper Lunch CDO?

Happy New Year, Higala! Finally the long wait is over for the foodies out there - Pepper Lunch is now in Cagayan de Oro! Pepper Lunch is a "fast-steak" restaurant that originated in Japan in 1994. This Japanese restaurant aimed to serve quality, fast food without to train a chef for a long time. Pepper Lunch CDO lies at Centrio Mall, Cagayan de Oro City and is one of over 200 outlets scattered in Southeast Asia. It is conveniently located at the east wing of the mall near the garden. Upon entering inside their store, you will be welcomed by the light and stress free ambiance. The resto is perfect venue where you can bring in your friends and family for a small get together or chit chat. I know most of us are worried that our food wouldn't be as warm when after cooking. Pepper Lunch ...

Jan12014 by VICMADZNo Comments

#CDO2014: What is your Fearless Forecast?

CDO Promos

The City of Golden Friendship is still the City in Bloom, Blossom and Boom. 2013 was a year of transition for the city in the political scene. It was also the year of opportunities in terms of jobs as more establishments pour their investment in the silent but booming city. We may have been rocked by a terrorist attack last year but we still continue to be one of the fast rising cities in the Philippines. What will CDO be in 2014? As we open the year, more investors will pour their money in the City. Jobs in the hospitality industry will surely boom. Other than that one highlight that the Kagayanon should expect is - this is CDO's year for Real Estate. Fast rising low rise to high rise condominiums will surely be a hit this year. This is also a good year for the tourism industry part...

Dec312013 by VICMADZNo Comments

CDO Bloggers, Inc. concludes 2013 with a Thanksgiving Party and a Blogging Awards

CDO News

CDO Bloggers, Inc., a SEC Registered Professional Blogging and Social Media club in Cagayan de Oro concludes 2013 with 2 big year-ender events. Last December 22, a Thanksgiving Party was organized for the members to celebrate the year and thank the supporters. It was attended by over 25 registered members with different CDO Blogs. It was hosted by Emma (Lifestyle and Fashion Blogger) of ChadaCDO.com and James of TheChubbyBuddy.com (Food Blogger). The party was held at Chills Music & Video Family KTV Bar (official venue sponsor) located at Pabayo-JR Borja Streets, Cagayan de Oro and were supported by The Loop at Limketkai Center, Chills Music & Video Family Ktv Bar, Dessert Strip, Krispy Kreme Philippines, Italianni's Philippines, Missy Bon Bon, Mercedes Breads and Cakes and...

Dec292013 by VICMADZNo Comments

Mommy Patch – the new expression of motherly love

CDO Products

KIDS. That's what mommy patch is all about, in a single word. Mommy Patch was born out of the idea of protecting a child, by a mother whose love knew no boundaries. Any mother can relate and understand this emotional bond, and any mother will embrace any ideas that will help her protect her children. Now mommy patch is borne out of the idea of sharing one mother's boundless version of protection to other mothers. These ideas are what comes in every single mommy patch product. The same products that are more than the sum of their ingredients, but are extensions of motherly care, succor and protection. Mommy Patch - the new expression of motherly love. Natural and Safe. Proudly Philippine Made. In Cagayan de Oro, contact Joey & Inez Blanco via the Mommy Patch Facebook Pag...

Dec282013 by VICMADZNo Comments

The Promise of Joy: Havaianas 2013 Holiday Collection

Lifestyle in CDO

As you witness the scene of the sparkling bright lights of the metro, hear the echoes of merry cheer along the hallways, and feel the cool chill breeze, you would know that one thing's for certain, the holiday season is here! Whether by tradition or simply the heart for giving, the holidays truly bring out the best in us! With all the vibrant hues and views, everyone lives out the cheerful vibe as we all prepare with the usual gift-giving gimmicks, humongous servings at the dinner table and simply enjoying the season with get-togethers with friends and family. As the best time of the year dawns upon us, the joyful vibe not only permeates and makes its home in our homes and hearts, but to our feet as well. Never failing to bring joy and happy memories despite the season, Havaianas...

Nov302013 by VICMADZNo Comments

IdeaSpace Brings Technopreneur Boot Camp at Northern Mindanao

CDO Events

Cagayan de Oro, Philippines – IdeaSpace, in partnership Cagayan de Oro ICT Council with Xavier University- Ateneo de Cagayan, DEVCON and through Smart Communications, IdeaSpace Foundation, Inc. brings the Technopreneur Boot Camp at Northern Mindanao! In line with their passion and dedication to promote the spirit of technology entrepreneurship, IdeaSpace Foundation, Inc. will conduct the Technopreneur Boot Camp at Northern Mindanao. The said event invites all the Students, Professionals, Aspiring Startups, Startup Founders and early Graduates in the Northern Mindanao area to know everything about technopreneurship - from the advanced technologies, the how- to’s on starting technology businesses and other start-up advocacies. It will be held on Friday, December 13, 2013 from 8:00 ...

Nov252013 by VICMADZNo Comments

Home for Christmas – The Launchpad Magazine Yuletide Issue Launch

CDO Events, Lifestyle in CDO

Mga Higala, the Launchpad Magazine, Northern Mindanao's First and Only FREE Quarterly Travel and Lifestyle Magazine, presents HOME FOR CHRISTMAS - a Yuletide Event to launch the Covers of The Launchpad Holiday Issue, the 2013 Launchpad Christmas Jingle, a sneak peak of Dreamboard Artists' Anniversary Show, a Fashion Show by Designer Zoe Botwin and the SUPPORT PROJECT VISAYAS Campaign. HOME FOR CHRISTMAS - The Launchpad Magazine Yuletide Event will be on Sunday, December 1, 2013 5pm at Ayala Centrio Activity Center with live performances by Ian Nuer (Eilrahc Band), Jezpeak, Free Rhum Band, Dreamboard Artists & Vital Signs Acoustic. HOME FOR CHRISTMAS - The Launchpad Magazine Yuletide Event is for the Benefit of ALL HANDS VOLUNTEERS' Project Bohol & Leyte. Play the radio ad...

Nov242013 by VICMADZNo Comments

Why You Should Join the Next Google Event in CDO? #gDayXCDO

CDO Events

You will surely learn a lot from joining the Google event. Led by the GBG Cagayan de Oro or the Google Business Group, a successful GDayX CDO was organized and executed last November 16, 2013 at N Hotel, Cagayan de Oro. GBG CDO also invited the most influential local and national speakers to talk about their expertise such as Katherine Yap for Technoprenuership; Ma. Irene Aserios for Tourism Business and Online Marketing, Stephen Piana with the topic Google Places, Maps and your Business; Jerome Locson for Google Apps for Business; Romar Mayer Micabalo for Planning and Launching Your Own Startup Company; WOWCDO.com's Vic Marion Madriaga for Starting your Blog for Business with Blogger; Josan Astrid Dometita for Google+ your Business; Measuring Success with Google Analytics - Carlo F...

Nov242013 by VICMADZNo Comments

XUHS to hold its Alumni Homecoming on November 30 #XUHSHomecoming2013

CDO Events

“When time passes, it's the people who knew you whom you want to see; they're the ones you can talk to. When enough time passes, what's it matter what they did to you? John Irving, The Cider House Rules One of the biggest university in the Cagayan de Oro will be holding its high school alumni homecoming. This coming November 30, Atenistas from all around the globe will gather at the Limketkai Center Atrium for the biggest homecoming. Let’s have F.U.N. (Friendship, Unity, among AteNians). This homecoming is in honor of XUHS Class ‘53,’63, ‘73, ‘87, and ‘88. For more details, visit and connect with fellow Atenista on this Facebook event page - XUHS Alumni Homecoming 2013. WOWCDO.com, a CDO Blog under the CDO Bloggers is a proud online partner of the XUHS Alumni Homecoming 2013. To...

Nov232013 by VICMADZNo Comments

Mercato de Oro: Manila’s Premier Night Food Market Makes Its Way To Cagayan de Oro

Lifestyle in CDO, Nightlife in CDO

MercatoCentrale, the popular food and lifestyle market from Metro Manila, will be bringing its food-tripping experience to Ayala Mall’s Centrio, Cagayan de Oro with MERCATO DE ORO starting December 7 (Saturday)! Mercato de Oro will feature a night food and entertainment market every Friday and Saturday (4pm-3am) and a morning gourmet food and ‘fresh and organic’ market every Saturday (7am-2pm). MERCATO DE ORO is managed by the MercatoCentrale group, which has successfully organized food markets in key Ayala Malls locations around Metro Manila which include MidnightMercato in Bonifacio Global City (The Fort), Taguig, Mezza Norte in Trinoma Mall, Quezon City and CucinaAndare (the first food truck market in the Philippines) in Glorietta Mall, Makati. “We are excited to bring the suc...