WOW CDO Blogger Vic Madriaga

Jun102017 by VICMADZNo Comments

WATCH: Gil Macaibay III’s Strike a Pose 4 Fashion Show

CDO Events

On its 4th year, Strike a Pose continues the tradition of discovering new models through a series of workshops. The Strike a Pose 4 Fashion show at Grand Caprice served as its culmination program. Grand Caprice was jam filled with supporters of the Strike a Pose 4 participants. It was one moment every participant were waiting for. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8LAcOnnYk0 The fashion show showcased the collection and designs of CDO’s Prince of Haute Couture. More or less 50+ models and participants flaunted the Gil Macaibay III creation. This successful event goes to show the support of the Kagayanon to the fashion scene in Cagayan de Oro and the good reputation Gil Macaibay III has built of over a decade of being in the fashion scene not only in Cagayan de Oro but across the Ph...

Jun102017 by VICMADZNo Comments

How to #HelpMarawi

CDO News

As the Marawi Clash continues, more families flee to nearby cities to seek security and a place to temporarily call their home. There’s is that uncertainty amidst this crisis. We don’t until when this clash would be over. All we just pray is this will be put to an end. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34L4hqDrBvo Thousands of families are now at the evacuation centers in Iligan City and Lanao del Norte, while supplies of evacuation packs are given to them, this uncertainty causes scarcity. Not all evacuees are adults, there are also kids and pregnant women. While WOWCDO.com aims to share the good news from Cagayan de Oro, in this time of we would like to appeal to all our dearest readers to help the Marawi evacuees in any way. Aside from donating, creating awareness by sharing this...

Jun52017 by VICMADZNo Comments

Runrio Freedom Run 2017 set on June 11

CDO Fun Runs

Two of the biggest race organizers in the Philippines, RUNRIO & CIRCLE Productions, combine to bring Runrio Freedom Run 2017 in Cagayan de Oro. It will be on June 11, 2017 at Limketkai Center. Registration is done at La Cabana Spa, Ale Restaurant and at the West Concourse of Limketkai Center. Below are the race details: ENTRY FEES: Categories - Reg Fee - Start Time 21K - P 1,250.00 - 4:30 AM 10K - P 850.00 - 5:00 AM 5K - P 450.00 - 5:20 AM 3K - P 350.00 - 5:30 AM AGE LIMIT For 21K, participants must be 18 years and above For 10K, participants must be 14 years and above 3K & 5K, participants must be 5 years and above Participants below the age of 18 must seek their parental/guardian consent and fill up the entry form where the parent/guardian is required t...

May282017 by VICMADZNo Comments

LOOK: The new Bigby’s at SM CDO Downtown Premier is LIT

CDO Restaurants

Fastest homegrown brand Bigby’s opens its 3rd restaurant in CDO at SM City Downtown Premier. The Bigby’s Café Concept was first introduced here in CDO on December 8, 1998. 18 Years ago its creators came up with an idea of creating an atmosphere fit for an adventure into the different cuisines of the world. The menu, the interior design and service style were created to position the concept midway between fine dining and fast-casual dining. Bigby’s Café and Restaurant has revolutionized the dining habits in the city. Families, young urban professionals, and businessmen have made it into their ultimate dining choice. The concept has evolved into a fun dining atmosphere that is manifested through its unique “worldly” decors that hang on every wall that are complemented by th...

May272017 by VICMADZNo Comments

Mags opens SM CDO Downtown Boutique with Alice Dixson

Lifestyle in CDO

Mags Boutique opens its 24th boutique and their flagship store at SM CDO Downtown Premier last May 12, 2017. SM CDO Downtown Premier was packed with shoppers as Mags brought its newest endorser. The boutique opening was led by the boutique owner herself Mags Cue, Mayor Oca Moreno, a couple of city officials and Alice Dixon, its newest brand endorser. Mags Boutique offers trendy and fashionable all ladies’ apparel, footwear, bags, and accessories. The now have 16 boutiques across the country and has expanded to men through Andrei by Mags. Mags started humbly at a shop at de Leon Plaza in Yacapin-Velez Street fronting the Cagayan de Oro City Central. She recalls that she started over 14 years ago catering to mostly young professionals and teachers. Ms. Mags also added th...

May252017 by VICMADZNo Comments

Martial Law in Mindanao: What You Need To Know

CDO News

President Rodrigo Duterte declared on May 23, 2017 Martial Law to the entire Island of Mindanao which includes Basilan, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi, for 60 days. He declared Martial Law based on invasion and rebellion, grounds in accordance with Article VII Section 18 of 1987 Philippine Constitution. What you need to know about the declaration of Martial Law in Mindanao Within 48 hours, The President shall submit a report in person or in writing to the Congress. The Congress, voting jointly, by a vote of at least a majority of all its members may revoke such proclamation, which revocation shall not be set aside by the President. The Supreme Court may review, in an appropriate proceeding filed by any citizen, the sufficiency of the factual basis of the proclamation of mar...

May122017 by VICMADZ1 Comment

Everything You Need To Know About The New SM CDO Downtown Premier

Brand News, CDO Events, CDO News, CDO Places, CDO Restaurants, Lifestyle in CDO

Residents in the City of Golden Friendship and Northern Mindanao will have more to smile as SM CDO Downtown Premier opens its doors to the public, Friday, May 12, 2017. It is SM Supermalls’ 61st mall, the sixth in Mindanao, and the second in Cagayan de Oro. Mall Details The mall has five levels, 177,743.21 square meters in land area which will serve the shoppers in Cagayan de Oro and Northern Mindanao. Envisioned as Cagayan de Oro’s premier shopping center, it is an emerging landmark in the bustling downtown area with five floors of retail, dining, and entertainment; and eight floors of prime office space in the future BPO tower, which will be integrated with the retail center. Mall Design SM CDO Downtown Premier brings a vibrant and upbeat retail experience for thi...

May112017 by VICMADZNo Comments

Forever 21 opens at SM Downtown Premier in CDO #Forever21CDO

Brand News, Lifestyle in CDO

California-based fashion giant Forever 21 brings its stylish collections and sophisticated looks at the newly opened store in Cagayan de Oro City. Forever 21 continues to excite the Philippine market with its recent store opening at SM CDO Downtown Premier. This summer, certified fashionistas and shoppers can now enjoy Forever 21’s brand of style in this 640-sqm fashion center with collections for both men and women. The latest collection for women showcases exquisite contrasts on fabric such as poplin and leather balanced by lively pastels in shades of this year’s hottest pantones celebrating the vibrancy of summer. Joined by CDO’s most stylish set, Forever 21 recently held a shopping party with exciting promos and discounts for its guests to officially welcom...

May102017 by VICMADZNo Comments

Mapawa Trail Series 2017

CDO Fun Runs

Recreational Outdoor Exchange (ROX) together Mapawa Nature Park recently launched a trail series. This is the 6th year that the said nature park has held this trail run. Their biggest installment yet will be held at Mapawa Nature Park in Cugman, Cagayan de Oro in the months of May, August, and October this 2017. This trail Series is part of the Asia Trail Master Series which is participated by local and international marathon goers from the different parts of Asia like Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Japan. The first leg of this series is called Trail Run Mapawa and it will be held on May 28. It will cater to two categories, which is the 21-kilometer run and the 5-kilometer run. Race briefing will start at 5 AM and gun start will be at 5:30 AM and the race will run up until it’s six-hou...

May92017 by VICMADZNo Comments

Centrio Star-studded Weekend: Hashtags, ASAP and PBB Teens LIVE in CDO

CDO Events

This could be the biggest weekend in Cagayan de Oro as Centrio - an Ayala Mall brings the biggest stars in CDO for a weekend every Kagayanons will remember. On May 12 - Friday - Jump start the weekend with your favorite Hashtags heartthrobs, Paulo Angeles, Jon Lucas, Tom Doromal, Ryle Santiago and Mccoy de Leon at the Activity Center. Hashtags are dubbed as the Kilig Ambassadors and It's Showtime main stay. ASAP will also be LIVE on May 13, 5 PM, Saturday at Centrio Mall. Catch the biggest artist in the country like Darren Espanto, Alora Sasam, Klarisse de Guzman, Jason Dy, Daryl Ong and Angeline Quinto. Cap the weekend as the PBB Teens will be LIVE at Centrio Mall on Mother’s Day, May 14, Sunday. Catch your favorite Kapamilya Love Teams Kisses Delavin and Marco Gallo;...