Author Archives: Ria Jose

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.

DFAT 2011: Lachi’s Sans Rival Atbp

Lachis Sans Rival Atbp

Lachis Sans Rival Atbp

The Davao Food Appreciation Tour 2011 (DFAT) wouldn’t be DFAT if we didn’t stopover Lachi’s Sans Rival Atbp, the birthplace of all Davao Food Trips.

Lachi’s is one of the most popular restaurants and pastry shops in Davao City. Established several decades ago, Lachi’s popularity rose when they opened up a little shop. From this little shop, Lachi’s homecooked meals and pastries have become a buzz word. The little shop has expanded into something a bit bigger and their pastries are now staples at many cafes and restaurants.
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DFAT 2011 Sponsor: Pixie’s Sinugba

Pixie's Sinugba

Pixie's Sinugba

Our Davao Food Appreciation Tour 2011 (DFAT) participants will be having a sumptuous seafood lunch at Pixie’s Sinugba before they head to the airport.

Pixie’s Sinugba serves various fish and seafood dishes that use only the freshest ingredients from the Davao markets. You must try their boneless grilled milkfish and their sizzling crabmeat. DFAT participants will surely go home with full tummies filled with good memories of Davao and Davao food.
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DFAT 2011 Sponsor: Cafe Demitasse

Cafe Demitasse

Cafe Demitasse

Serving up coffee and desserts for our Davao Food Appreciation Tour 2011 (DFAT) participants is Cafe Demitasse.

Cafe Demitasse is one of the favorite venues for hanging out and official business, not just for local bloggers, but for a lot of yuppies and even families, as well. Cafe Demitasse serves remarkable coffee and delicious dishes and desserts that will surely delight our participants.
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DFAT 2011 Sponsor: Tiny Kitchen

Tiny Kitchen

Tiny Kitchen

One of the food brands that has been known to Davaoeños for a long time is Tiny Kitchen. And the participants of the Davao Food Appreciation Tour 2011 (DFAT) will get to know this brand with a food tasting session.

Tiny Kitchen became known because of their bottled tuyo in oil products which is a popular staple in a lot of kitchens here in abroad. It is a favorite pasalubong item of many Davaoeño’s for their relatives and friends. Spicy or not, their bottled tuyo is a delightful treat for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or merienda. Whether with rice, pasta, or bread.
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DFAT 2011 Sponsor: Don Beppe Pizza and Pasta

Don Beppe Pizza and Pasta

Don Beppe Pizza and Pasta

Proof that the Davao food scene is getting better is the new Italian cuisine restaurant Don Beppe Pizza and Pasta. The Italian born and raised Don Beppe personally manages the kitchen and the floor of this restaurant.

From the moment you taste their addicting bread sticks served with marinara sauce, you will most definitely enjoy every bite at Don Beppe. Their best sellers are the bruschetta, the Don Angela Pizza, and the deceivingly simple but very tasty Vongole Pasta.
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