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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.

Feast on Filipino Food at SM Lanang Premier

Independence Day 2015 at SM Lanang Premier

Happy 117th Philippine Independence Day! Celebrate your Pinoy pride at the largest mall in Mindanao, SM Lanang Premier.

The June 12 celebration starts at 9 am with a Flag-Raising Activity at Open Parking A to be led by City Councilor Hon. Danilo Dayanghirang representing Mayor Rodrigo Duterte and DSWD Assistant Regional Director Ma. Vilia Vigil.

SM Lanang Premier is the prime shopping destination this Independence Day with their Pinoy Fun Sale on June 12. Enjoy up to 70% off on selected items at participating stores. Get great deals on products and services from Guess, Clarks, Pois Belly and Kids, Prestige, MAGS, Cotton On, Cotton On Kids, L’Optique, JB Music, The Brow Studio, Kyocera, Juego Sports, Oryspa and Quinque Skin Doctors.

The SM Store Independence Day Weekend Sale

The SM Store Independence Day Weekend Sale

The SM Store has also prepared an awesome Independence Day Weekend Sale with items on sale for as much as 50% off from June 12 to 14, 2015.

It’s a great time to Feast on Filipino Food. On the same weekend, your favorite food and beverage outlets at SM Lanang Premier have special treats and exclusive deals for diners. Avail of special offers while enjoying a super sarap Pinoy meal or snack at Bistro Selera, Bhajia Grilled Pizza, Vikings, Dayaw Coffee and Tea, Hog’s Breath Café, Max’s Restaurant, Munchtown Diner, Hukad, Archipelago, Marina Tuna, and Mesa.

Feast on Filipino Food at SM Lanang Premier

Feast on Filipino Food at SM Lanang Premier

Be inspired by Filipino artistry and craftsmanship at the Filipiniana Gown Exhibit at the Atrium. Mentors at the Fashion Institute of Design and Arts showcase embellished pieces of Filipiniana gowns.
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David Guison at the Abreeza Fashion Forum feat Penguin Original Style

David Guison at the Abreeza Fashion Forum

David Guison at the Abreeza Fashion Forum feat Penguin Original Style

David Guison at the Abreeza Fashion Forum feat Penguin Original Style

Are you an Original Dapper?

Penguin showcased their original dapper style for the March 2015 Abreeza Fashion Forum. Penguin brought in their brand ambassador, blogger David Guison to represent their brand.

David Guison shared the story of Penguin and the dapper style they espouse. Guison imparted styling tips for summer and for every occasion that will fit the easy going, relaxed lifestyle of Davaoeños.

David Guison at the Abreeza Fashion Forum feat Penguin Original Style

David Guison at the Abreeza Fashion Forum feat Penguin Original Style

To illustrate Guison’s style tips, he picked Penguin pieces and explained how Davaoeños can style it. Before the event, Guison picked two Davaoeños and he styled them with Penguin’s signature dapper style without losing the chill Davaoeño vibe.
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Patatim served with Cuapao by Cafe Asia Dimsum House

Cafe Asia Dimsum House Introduces New Menu Items

Breaded Fish Fillet with Lemon Sauce by Cafe Asia Dimsum House

Breaded Fish Fillet with Lemon Sauce by Cafe Asia Dimsum House


Chinese food lovers rejoice! Cafe Asia Dimsum House has expanded their dimsum and Asian Cuisine menu courtesy of their new chef.

For their appetizers and soup selection, Cafe Asia Dimsum House has added Deep Fried Squid Rings, Watchay with Asparagus and Quail Egg Soup, Mixed Seafood with Century Egg Soup, and Hototay Soup to their menu. These savory starters will whet your appetite for more delicious Asian dishes by Cafe Asia Dimsum House.

Taking centerstage are their new Steamed and Fried Dumplings: Shaomai, Mushroom Shaomai, Quail Egg Shaomai, Chicken Feet in Taosi, Fried Wanton, Ravioli, and Steamed Seafood Rolls.

Shaomai by Cafe Asia Dimsum House

Pork and Shrimp Shaomai by Cafe Asia Dimsum House

These new dimsum offerings will delight any dimsum lover. Pork, chicken, seafood, and beef highlighted in different dimsum dishes. Accompanying these are Cafe Asia Dimsum’s Steamed Fried Rice Pots, available in Pork, Beef, and Chicken variants. How can you say no to the appetizing combination of dimsum and steamed fried rice?
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GrabTaxi June 2015 Promo

GrabTaxi Unlimited Free Booking Promo

GrabTaxi June 2015 Promo

GrabTaxi June 2015 Promo

GrabTaxi has an Unlimited Free Booking Promo starting this June 2015. And when you use the promo code, you get the chance to win your own promo code.

Here’s how you can get Unlimited Free Booking:

  • If you’re in Manila, use promo code MYNAME to get unlimited FREE booking fee.
  • If you’re in Davao, Cebu, Iloilo, or Bacolod, use promo code NGALANNAKO to get unlimited FREE booking fee.

Book a GrabTaxi now!
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Alaska World Milk Day Family Run 2015 Davao

Alaska World Milk Day Family Run 2015

Alaska World Milk Day Family Run 2015 Davao

Alaska World Milk Day Family Run 2015 Davao

June 1 is World Milk Day (WMD). This celebration highlights milk as a global food important to the health and well-being of citizens of all nations. For the third time, Alaska Milk leads the Philippines celebration of World Milk Day 2015. And they’re bringing the celebration to Davao for the second time this May 31, 2015.

In celebration of World Milk Day, Alaska Milk is holding simultaneous Family Run and Zumba events in Davao, Manila, Baguio, and Cebu. For every participant in the Family Run and Zumba events, Alaska will donate a 1.8 kg milk can to Children’s Hour.
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Flossy ORIGINALS Gallur Navy P2,290

Flossy Available at Chimes and Res|Toe|Run

Flossy SPECIAL PRINTS SS15 Frassy Pineapple and Malaga Watermelon for Men and Women P2,490

Flossy SPECIAL PRINTS SS15 Frassy Pineapple and Malaga Watermelon for Men and Women P2,490

Summer is almost over but you can have the cool, fun, vibrant vibe of summer on your feet with Spanish footwear brand Flossy.

From the Rioja region of Spain, Flossy introduced plimsolls to the world more than 30 years ago. Plimsolls are athletic shoes with canvass bodies and rubber soles perfect for chilling at the beach. Flossy’s Plimsolls were popular with the bohemian crowd, street artists, and sail enthusiasts in Barcelona.

Arash Jasseb, while working for Barclays PLC’s corporate banking division was vacationing in Ibiza, when he realized the potential of Flossy to be a global brand. He partnered with Luke Charlesworth another banker at Barclay’s PLC and they formed Frenzi Wear Ltd to bring Flossy to the international market.

Now, Flossy is popular not just in Spain, but all over the world. Flossy is now available in over 25 countries across United Kingdom, the Middle East, USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Flossy SPECIAL PRINTS 2215 Monda Black and Adra Yellow for Men and Women P2,490

Flossy SPECIAL PRINTS 2215 Monda Black and Adra Yellow for Men and Women P2,490

And now, it has arrived in the tropical shores of the Philippines. Flossys are perfect for our tropical weather, whatever the season is.
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