WOW CDO Blogger Vic Madriaga

May292016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Ridge-to-Reef to hold TREEE on June 4

CDO Events

Be part of a meaningful global event as Ridge-to Reef Youth Leaders Camp is set to hold TREEE (Engage. Express. Exchange.). This project is part of YSEALI's YOUnified#1EARTH Nationwide campaign. TREEE, a event to engage Cagayan de Oro to move for Mother Earth, will be on June 4 with the following line-up of activities. Free admision to the events. ENGAGE: a Coastal Cleanup and Solid Management Forum - Lapasan - Assembly Time, 6AM at Lapasan Covered Court. EXPRESS: Art for Earth Exhibit - 2PM Centrio Mall Gardens EXCHANGE: Open YOUth talks on environmental issues we face today - 2 PM Centrio Mall Gardens For more details, visit https://www.facebook.com/ridgetoreefylc/ The event will also be spearheaded by Kuya Fish Foundation. The event will also be spearheaded b...

May262016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Bubble Parade CDO: Bring Bubbles. Get Happiness.

CDO Events

Yes, you read it right. Bring bubbles and get happiness. As a child, we’ve always been fascinated by the magic that soap bubbles can do. Yet a simple thing to do but it can bring more than happiness to anyone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvX9XJ6XAeM A global bubble parade is set to happen this Sunday, May 9, worldwide to over 60 locations and 4 continents and Cagayan de Oro will take part of biggest happiness parade organized by people for people in Xavier Ecoville at 4PM. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGdpBDMBo_I The Global Bubble Parade spreads the mission of happiness across different cultures, races and geographic borders. The event also aims to increase the awareness on the personal well-being and to create a positive and interactive experience between the city and i...

May172016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Pete’s Patriots launches Revolution 15 Shots and Lunch Meals

CDO Restaurants

A few months after their soft launching, Pete's Patriot, one of the fast-rising restaurants in Cagayan de Oro, has launched their new offerings. If you recall, WOWCDO.com wrote a month ago the inviting dishes you can order at Pete's Patriot. Late last month, Pete's Patriot revealed 2 new offerings to match your food cravings, namely the Pete Patriots’ Revolution 15 Shots and their lunch meals. Pay tribute to our Philippine heroes through the Revolution 15 Shots Named after historical areas during the war eras, Pete Patriots’ Revolution 15 Shots honor the heroic acts of the Philippine war heroes. All shots are carefully crafted using classic Filipino alcohol as key ingredients to these drinks- Basi Wine, Lambanog, Blue Curacao, among others. These iconic drinks are th...

Apr202016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Kuya Win Gatchalian visits CDO, focuses on Free and Quality Education

CDO Events, Politics

A politician for over 15 years, Valenzuela Representative, Sherwin Gatchalian filed his intent as senator for the upcoming 2016 elections last October 2015. He is currently a member of the Nationalist People’s Coalition, the 2nd biggest party in the country. Gatchalian, fondly called Kuya Win, is running on a platform of quality education. He visited Cagayan de Oro and Misamis Oriental last month and held a casual convo with the press and bloggers at Boy Zugba in Corrales Avenue for Northern Mindanao to know more on his platforms. Gatchalian stressed out during the gathering that he fully supports K-12 and Free Education. He also added that it is necessary for global competitiveness. He also shared a proposal making the college entrance exam and not the final grades as the ...

Apr172016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Bean Voyage first to offer “Selfie Coffee” in VisMin

CDO Events, CDO Places, CDO Products, CDO Restaurants, Lifestyle in CDO, Nightlife in CDO

On April 18, 2016, 7am, Bean Voyager Coffee Roasters is set to open its doors to Kagayanons. Located at 27 Pabayo-Gaerlan Sts., Marfori Compound in Cagayan de Oro, this newest coffee shop will be offering a first in Visayas and Mindanao Area - the Selfie Coffee. The Selfie Coffee, an edible and water-based drink was first introduced by Joana Marie Tan in a media infusion event held at the coffee shop last April 13, 2016. As per Joana, an individual can take a selfie right from her or his smartphone, send it to their Facebook page, and they'll have it printed for you. The Selfie Coffee starts as low as Php 140 to Php 180. The said event was attended by personalities and bloggers in the city. The quick media event was hosted by one of the fast rising events and party hosts ...

Mar202016 by VICMADZ1 Comment

What to Order at Pete’s Patriots in CDO?

CDO Restaurants

One can never deny that the food options in Cagayan de Oro has been growing exponentially. Recently, Pete’s Patriots, a Filipino Gastropub, has opened along Rosario Strip adding a variety of options in Limketkai Center. Pete’s Patriots takes pride in their mouthwatering Filipino-American fusion cuisine and dishes. One must try their Sous Vide Crispy Pata, their bestseller crispy pata that has been slow-cooked for 12 hours in a revolutionary Sous-Vide machine and then fried to perfection. Sous-Vide is a cooking method in which food is sealed in airtight plastic bags then placed in a water bath or in a temperature-controlled steam environment for longer than normal cooking times. Other Pete’s Patriots dishes that has been gaining popularity includes the Sous-Vide Beef Salpi...

Mar162016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Filipino American comedian Rex Navarrete Live in CDO

CDO Events

Rex Navarrette will be Live in CDO for a night! Mark the date - March 19, 2016 (Saturday) at Empire in Lifestyle District. This Premier Filipino American comedian started his career at the age of 19 entertaining a crowd of 800 at a conference in UC Santa Cruz. He was best known for his portrayals such as his ESL Teacher; Uncle Boy; and Marites, the domestic worker which aired out his thoughts on issues surrounding this characters. He gathers all this materials from from what he calls the reality and based from his life experiences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=An79RrJJYD0 Rex Navarrete has performed across United States touring colleges, universities and community events. To add, he has become a household name in Filipino-American community. The show presented to you by ...

Mar132016 by VICMADZNo Comments

A Race to Remember: Run United Freedom Run CDO

CDO Fun Runs

[Updated] Two of the biggest racing providers in the Philippines merge together to bring Run United Freedom Run in CDO this June 12, 2016 - Independence Day July 10, 2016 at Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro. Circle Productions and Unilab’s ActiveHealth join forces to give runners a race to remember this year. Circle Productions and ActiveHealth promises a new level of race experience in Northern Mindanao backed with their experience in race organizing. ActiveHealth is the wellness platform and advocacy of United Laboratories Inc. or Unilab. It has been providing a comprehensive offering to their active community in Metro Manila namely sports nutrition, training gears, programs and events. ActiveHealth empowers an individual to become better versions of themselves, through its mant...

Mar102016 by VICMADZNo Comments

HairFood Co., an All-Natural Hair Care Line, opens at Centrio

Brand News

According to scientific studies an individual has an average of about five million hairs. Hair appears all over our bodies with an exception on our lips, soles and palms. On a normal basis, it takes a month for a healthy hair to grow almost half an inch. Our new hairs grows and then fall out after almost 6 years. With the advancement of technology humans have created products addressing hair problems but this shampoos contain sulfates, parabens, and colorants. While these may have aesthetic effects, it also poses great threats not only to us but also to Mother Earth. Introducing HairFood Co., an All-Natural hair care line, opens at it’s Centrio Kiosk last February 2016. HairFood Co. carries handcrafted lines of shampoo, conditioners and tonics that are free from sulfates, paraben...

Mar92016 by VICMADZNo Comments

Big Bite! Flavors of Summer at Centrio Mall

CDO Events

Your summer food trip starts at Centrio Mall’s Big Bite! Flavors of Summer. Experience Northern Mindanao’s gastronomical event for affordable and taste food options at the Centrio Garden this March 11-13, 2016. Below are the highlights of this food event: March 11, 2016 - Friday Enjoy the summer delight and province’s finest ham! Giant Ham Sandwich Ceremony by the Department of Tourism Summer Smoothie Competition & Cashew Nut Challenge March 12, 2016 - Saturday Taste the fresh and lush greens found in the food basket of the region! Veggie Dish Challenge and Giant Salad Competition by Participating Culinary Groups and Schools Grill at the Garden by Centrio Merchants March 13, 2016 - Sunday Experience the island life and enjoy a wide variety of delicacies f...