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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.

Best Matcha in Davao City

Best Matcha in Davao City

Are you a matcha lover in search of the best cup? We’ve got you covered!

Here’s our list of the Best Matcha in Davao City:

Best Matcha in Davao: &Matcha

Our choice for the best matcha in Davao is &Matcha.

They use authentic ingredients, crafting rich and diverse matcha blends that cater to every taste. Keep an eye out for their seasonal offerings which include specialty matcha blends.

Their beautiful, minimalist interiors add to the experience.

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Holidays with Eden Cheese

Holidays with Eden Cheese

Happy New Year! How was your Christmas and New Year celebrations? We hope you had a fun and delicious holiday season. This 2024, we invite you to spend your holidays with Eden Cheese.

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Make Memories with Eden Cheese

Turn holidays (and everyday) into special memories by serving creamy, cheesy, and delicious dishes that we usually associate with Christmas. Make your spaghetti better with our favorite cheese. It is the go-to cheese for many Filipino moms which gives their homemade spaghetti feel like home.

Cheese can make your spaghetti and other dishes better. Dishes can make more holidays — Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Easter Sunday, birthdays, and more — become more special and memorable.

Our favorite dishes to add Eden Cheese are Beef Caldereta (Ria’s favorite), Cheesy Baked Potatoes, Cheesy Pancakes, and Omelette. What are yours?

Want to learn more? Visit twistandmake.com/eden.

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Follow us on social media for more information and recommendations for dining around Davao. Our Facebook Page is at http://www.facebook.com/MyDavaoCity. We are @MyDavaoCity on Instagram and @MyDavaoCity on Twitter.

Note: This article is based from PR materials sent to our Team. If you or your brand has presence and engagement in Davao, feel free to send us your press release and media advisories via email. Our email address is mydavaocity@gmail.com.

Big Bad Wolf Davao 2023

Big Bad Wolf Davao 2023

They are finally coming back to Davao. The World’s Biggest Book Sale will be in town in time for your holiday shopping. Big Bad Wolf Davao 2023 is happening from December 15 to 23. And we have all the details here for you.

Big Bad Wolf Davao 2023

For it’s third iteration, BBW Davao 2023 will be held at SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang. The organizers promise to bring over 2.5 million titles of different authors and genres. This is the last BBW event in the Philippines for 2023.

Big Bad Wolf Davao 2023

Most of the books during the events will be at low prices with exclusive discounts of up to 95%.

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Limaria

A new commercial center will soon rise in Maa. Introducing Limaria, a two-storey commercial building with 12 spaces for rent.

Limaria Davao

The building has a modern design. Leasable spaces each have a floor area of 41 to 56.45 square meters. The building comes with amenities such as ample parking spaces and 24/7 security.

Limaria Location

The building’s location is ideal for brands and businesses that hope to serve those who reside in the Maa area.

Limaria is conveniently located right outside Le Jardin. And it is near the University of Mindanao. Matina IT Park, S&R, NCCC Mall, and Juna Subdivision.

This development project is by the 5sisters Corporation and will be completed by January 2024.

Reserve Your Space

Interested in renting a space at Limaria? Contact Christina C at +63917-7222696 or Patricia C at +63917-7027586 for inquiries and pricing information.

Visit their site at Limaria.blog. Like the Limaria Official Facebook Page at fb.com/limaria.dvo and follow them on Instagram @limaria.dvo and on Twitter @limaria.dvo for updates and information. For inquiries, contact them at 5sistersdvo@gmail.com.

For more Davao Dining Spots, visit our Davao Dining Directory.

Follow us on social media for more great deals and interesting finds around Davao. Our Facebook Page is at http://www.facebook.com/MyDavaoCity. We are @MyDavaoCity on Instagram.

CT Drive Food Trip

Overwhelmed by the many new food spots in Davao? Let us take you on a CT Drive Food Trip featuring some of our favorite spots and dishes.

About CT Drive

Carlos Villa-Abrille Drive (also CVA Drive, formerly Tulip Drive) used to be a quiet space with a few residences and a handful of establishments. With the opening of The Compound, CT Drive, and several other commercial spaces, CVA Drive is now bustling with activity and a must-visit place for foodies.

Located along the CVA Drive is CT Drive, a food, drinks, and lifestyle destination.

CT Drive Food and Lifestyle Hub
Photo from the CT Drive FB Page.

It is home to food and non-food establishments. You can get an enjoyable day of pampering and self-care with visit to CT Drive.

Here are our favorite food spots to satisfying your cravings.

Made Simple

Perhaps the most popular at CT Drive is Made Simple.

MADE SIMPLE Davao offers a vegetable-forward dining experience. They serve Small Plates and Dishes for Sharing, mostly vegan dishes. Seafood and chicken options are available. Made Simple is best experienced with an open appreciation for their vegetable-forward dishes.

First, start your meal with an appetizer. We love their Enoki. The mushroom is crisp and tasty. And the dipping sauce perfectly complements the mushroom.

Then, enjoy a salad. The Figs and Mushroom Salad is delicious and filling. Just the right balance of flavors and textures.

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Dinner at Made Simple was interesting. Quite memorable. Our favorites are the ENOKI, BURNT TOMATOES, and the MUSHROOM SCALLOPS. We also love the WHISKEY SOUR and the BASIL MARGARITA. Plus, the COMPLIMENTARY BREAD is superb. It’s pricey, yes. But worth the price if you want to splurge but are health-conscious. ????? #MadeSimpleDavao #DavaoFood #MyDavaoCity #enoki #salad #vegetarian #mushroom #whiskeysour #tomatoes #oliveoilcake #margarita #gambas

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You can opt for the Pulpo or Gambas for your entree. But we prefer feasting on their Burnt Tomatoes with chevre. Or enjoy the mind-bending Mushroom Scallops served with Pesto Butter.

They also serve wine and cocktails. We love the Whiskey Sour and the Basil Margarita.

For more information, visit the Made Simple Davao Directory Page.

Related: Davao Vegan & Vegetarian Food

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PLDT Smart supports Davao Underground Cabling

PLDT Supports Davao Underground Cabling

PLDT – Smart, the leading integrated telecommunications company in the Philippines continues to support the Davao Underground Cabling Project. The project aims to remove overhead wires and cables from the streets of Davao City.

Davao Underground Cabling Phase 2

Phase 2 of the Davao City Underground Cabling Project was marked by a ceremony at Magsaysay Avenue.

PLDT Smart supports Davao Underground Cabling

Representatives of PLDT and Smart joined the ceremony. Also present were government officials, representatives of Davao Light and Power Company (DLPC), and other telcos. The project requires DLPC and all telcos to convert their overhead lines to an underground system. This second phase of the project will be implemented in Davao’s Chinatown.

“The underground cabling project is a clear testament of a public and private partnership thatis undertaken with the welfare of the citizens in mind. Once completed, the project can boost businesses in Chinatown and further drive our city towards progress and development. Let us all continue to work together on initiatives and efforts towards acleaner, safer and sustainable Davao City.”

Davao City Administrator Atty. Francis Mark Layog

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PLDT – Smart’s Commitment

Leading telco PLDT continues to deploy its extensive fiber infrastructure all over the country. As of the end of June 2023, it was at more than 1.1 million kilometers. The PLDT – Smart Group is also pushing initiatives to improve customer experience.

They are working to protect its physical assets, as well. PLDT is working with other telcos to spearhead the National Telecommunications Security Council. This is an informal alliance for the mutual protection of telecommunications infrastructure nationwide.

“PLDT and Smart will continue to support this Underground Cable Project of our local government, as we push for a cleaner and more beautiful Davao. This project also helps reduce pilferage of telco facilities, which ultimately leads to service outages. By
protecting and fortifying our physical infrastructure, we are able to continue providing
the best connectivity to fellow Davaoeños,.”

Melvin Lacuna, PLDT Davao Zone Head

These cable clean-up and asset protection initiatives reinforce PLDT-Smart’s commitment as one of the founding members of the Digital Infrastructure group. The group is Government-mandated Private Sector Advisory Council. Among its programs is GoDigital Pilipinas aimed at expanding access to digital technologies.

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