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About Ria Jose

Professional Blogger. Social Media Strategist. Davao Bloggers Society Founding President. Aspiring Vlogger. Brand Ambassador. With over 10 blogs developed, you could say Ria has tried it all. Well, at least online. After more than 10 years as resident blogger and editor-in-chief of MyDavaoCity.com, she remains passionate and committed to sharing her hometown to the world.

Chinese New Year at Eden Nature Park

Chinese New Year at Eden Nature Park

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2019 with mouthwatering Chinese dishes at Eden Nature Park.

Eden Nature Park is one of the most popular Davao destinations for tourists and locals alike. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life, Eden is the place to go to.

Chinese New Year is a great reason to take the trip to Eden.

Chinese New Year at Eden
Celebrate Chinese New Year 2019 at Eden Nature Park.

The Chinese New Year Buffet at the Vista Restaurant of Eden is priced at PhP600 net per person. Vista Restaurant will serve the Chinese Buffet from February 2 to 5, 2019.

Bring your squad coz a trip to Eden is more fun with others. Don’t forget to explore the place via their guided tour. Or enjoy their exciting adventure rides.

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The Great 3 Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier

Great 3-Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier

Prepare your wallet this weekend. The Great 3-Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier starts on February 1, 2019!

Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day are happening in a few days and this weekend is the perfect time to shop. Buy your Valentine’s OOTDs and gifts, get those lucky home items, and enjoy up to 70% off your shopping haul.

The Great 3 Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier Poster
The Great 3 Day Sale at SM Lanang Premier Poster

To get you even more excited to shop this weekend, you get the chance to win exciting prizes. For every PhP1,000 single or accumulated purchase receipt, you get an entry to the raffle. Prizes include a brand new Huawei Mate20 or a round trip ticket for two to Hong Kong via Cathay Dragon just by shopping.

The Great 3-Day Sale Extended Mall Hours

BDO credit and debit cardholders will get rebates during the Great 3-Day Sale at SM Lanang. SM cardholders will get extra discounts during special dates and time slots. Take note of the following:

  • Prestige Sale: February 1, Thursday, 10 am – 11 pm;
  • SM Advantage Card Sale: February 2, Saturday, 10 am – 12 noon; and
  • Final Hour SM Advantage Card Sale: February 3, Sunday 5 pm – 7pm.
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All-Day Dimsum at Seda Abreeza Hotel Davao

All-Day Dimsum at Seda Abreeza

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Chinese New Year is almost here and Seda has prepared something to get you in the mood for the holiday. Beginning February 1, there will be All-Day Dimsum at Seda Abreeza Hotel.

Yes, you read that right. Gather your friends because the Seda Abreeza Dimsum Menu will be available for a limited time only.

Dimsum at Seda Abreeza Menu

You might be thinking at it would be pricey to indulge in dimsum at Seda Abreeza, but you are wrong. Seda’s Dimsum Menu has all your favorites at reasonable prices.

Check out the menu:

Seda Abreeza All-Day Dimsum Menu
Seda Abreeza All-Day Dimsum Menu

Crowd pleaser Pork with Shrimp Siomai is priced at only PhP138 for four pieces. Quail Egg Siomai is priced at only PhP128. Beef Siomai and Taosi Spareribs are also at PhP138 per serving. One serving of 3 pieces of Chicken Siopao is at PhP168. Pork Asado Siopao is similarly priced at PhP168. Matcha Buchi and Chocolate Buchi are PhP88 per order with 3 pieces per order.

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Miss Teen Philippines Davao Screening

Do you have what it takes to be Miss Teen Philippines 2019? Good news for you. There will be a Miss Teen Philippines Davao Screening on February 3, 2019.

Miss Teen Philippines Davao Screening
Miss Teen Philippines 2019 Davao Screening

Natural born Filipinas with at least one Filipino parent, 14 to 18 years old are qualified to join Miss Teen Philippines 2019. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an educational institution, must be single, and must be at least 5’2 in height.

The Regional Finals will be held on February 16, 2019 at The Annex of SM City Davao. The winner will represent Davao at the Miss Teen Philippines 2019 Pageant.

Miss Teen Philippines Davao Screening Application Form

The Miss Teen Philippines 2019 Davao Screening will be held on February 3, 2019, 10 am onwards at Saging Repablik.

Interested applicants may download the form below to fill up.

Fill out the form completely and make sure to be ready for screening.

For more information about Miss Teen Philippines, visit their site at missteenphils.com. Like the Miss Teen Philippines Official Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/MissTeenPhilippinesOfficial and follow them on Instagram @MissTeenPhilippines for updates and information. For inquiries, contact them at inquiry@missteenphils.com.

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Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls

Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls

For new mothers and mothers traveling to a place for the first time can be a hassle especially if they have to breastfeed their baby or express milk. Davao has large malls and it can be daunting to find their breastfeeding stations. So here is your guide to the Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls.

SM City Davao's Breastfeeding Station Signage
SM City Davao’s Breastfeeding Station Signage

Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act

Section 11 (Chapter 3) of Republic Act No. 10028 known as the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009 institutionalizes the establishment of lactation or breastfeeding stations in all establishments.

SM Lanang Premiers Breastfeeding Station
SM Lanang Premier’s Breastfeeding Station

Establishment of Lactation Stations. – It is hereby mandated that all health and non-health facilities, establishments or institutions shall establish lactation stations. The lactation stations shall be adequately provided with the necessary equipment and facilities, such as: lavatory for hand-washing, unless there is an easily-accessible lavatory nearby; refrigeration or appropriate cooling facilities for storing expressed breastmilk; electrical outlets for breast pumps; a small table; comfortable seats; and other items, the standards of which shall be defined by the Department of Health. The lactation station shall not be located in the toilet.

Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls

Here are the list of Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls and Shopping Centers:

MALLBreastfeeding StationLandmarks
ABREEZA
AYALA MALL
Family Lounge,
2nd Floor
One entrance
near Robinson’s
Deparment Store,
another entrance
near Sneaker Club
GAISANO
MALL OF DAVAO
Upper
Ground Floor
Near the Comfort
Rooms, entrance near
the Department Store
entrance
SM CITY DAVAO2nd FloorNear the stairs at the
bridge between
The Annex and
the main mall
SM LANANG
PREMIER
3rd Floor,
Mall Clinic
Enter hallway near Goldilocks
S&R DAVAONear the Comfort Rooms,
enter hallway beside the
food court cashier

There are also Breastfeeding Stations in NCCC Mall Buhangin, NCCC Main Uyanguren, NCCC Panacan, NCCC Centerpoint Matina, and NCCC Calinan.

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Mang Inasal Davao celebrates Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal Header

Mang Inasal Davao Celebrates Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal

Confession time: Who goes to Mang Inasal for the unli-rice and the chicken oil? Right? But let’s be honest the unli-rice and the awesome oil tastes even better when they are served with the country’s most popular Chicken Inasal. Whether you love Mang Inasal for their chicken or the unli rice and chicken oil, you have even more reasons to eat at Mang Inasal this Saturday. Mang Inasal Davao and Mang Inasal stores nationwide will be celebrating the Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal.

Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal

This Saturday, gather your squad members and celebrate Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal together. On January 26, 2018, Mang Inasal will have a one-day promo.

Mang Inasal Paa Meal
Mang Inasal Paa Meal

Enjoy any Chicken Paborito Value Meal (PVM) with a P15 discount. There are two PMV meals: PM 1 Paa (Chicken Leg) and PM 2 Pecho. All PVM meals come with a cup of rice. And of course, you have the option to have it with unlimited servings of rice.

This promo is available for dine-in and takeout transactions for one day only. You can get the deal at Mang Inasal Davao stores and other Mang Inasal stores nationwide.

Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal Promo of Mang Inasal
Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal Promo of Mang Inasal

Mang Inasal Brand Manager Schubert Quilinquin shares “It’s our way of thanking our customers for their loyal patronage over the last decade and a half, while at the same time, inviting new customers to come to our stores and taste our best-selling grilled chicken.”

Mang Inasal Davao Stores

Pambansang Araw ng Chicken Inasal is part of Mang Inasal’s 15th Anniversary Celebration. Mang Inasal was established in 2003 and no has over 500 stores nationwide.

In Davao City, Mang Inasal has 11 stores:

  • Abreeza Ayala Mall along J.P. Laurel Avenue, Bajada; Business Hours: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Bolton Davao located at the corner of Bolton Street and Rizal Street; Business Hours: 7:30 am – 11:00 pm
  • CWC Agdao located at DCWCI Lapu-Lapu Street corner N. Torres Street; Business Hours: 9:00am-8:00pm
  • Felcris Magsaysay at Felcris Supermarket Inc. along Magsaysay Avenue; Business Hours: 10:30 am – 7:30 pm
  • Upper Ground Floor of Gaisano Grand Mall Buhangin, Buhangin Road, Buhangin; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00pm
  • Ground Floor of Gaisano Mall Davao along J.P. Laurel Avenue; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Upper Ground Floor of Gaisano Mall Toril along Lim Street, Toril; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Skylite Arcade along Ilustre Street corner Duterte Street; Business Hours: 8:00 am – 11:00 pm
  • San Pedro Street corner Bangoy Street; Business Hours: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • 2nd Floor of SM City Davao along Quimpo Boulevard, Matina; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • 3rd Floor of SM Lanang Premier along J.P. Laurel Avenue, Lanang; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
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