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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.

Dimsum Diner

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Shark's Fin Dumplings

Shark's Fin Dumplings

If you’re craving for fast dimsum or simple comfort Chinese food, there’s only one place to go to here in Davao City, Dimsum Diner. Not actually one place as there are dozens of branches in Davao City alone, but it’s definitely where people go to for dimsum.

Salt and Pepper Riblets

Salt and Pepper Riblets

When my friends and I are craving for a fast Chinese meal, we go to Dimsum Diner for some of their Bulad Rice, Salt and Pepper Riblets, and some dimsum. Their Siomai Supreme coupled with Humba Rice or plain steamed rice is a runaway winner to stave off your hunger any time of the day.

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Spirit of Davao Exhibit

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by Vic Secuya

by Vic Secuya

Renowned Davao painters Kublai Millan and Vic Secuya have collaborated with each other and the ABS-CBN Bantay Bata 163 Foundation to mount a two-man show for the benefit of the foundation. Dubbed as “Spirit of Davao,” the exhibit features paintings of flowers in pastel by Secuya, and colorful abstract depictions of Davao life by Millan.
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Pamulaan Center

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Students of the Pamulaan Center

Students of the Pamulaan Center

Weeks ago, I got to attend the Adidas Wanted: Old Shoes Turn Over Ceremony at the Pamulaan Center in Mintal, Davao City.

The center fascinated me a lot because of it’s unique brand of education. It is the first in Asia and one of the very few in the world where education is customized for the culture of the indigenous peoples.

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Food Trip Down Memory Lane Info

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Riality Bites

In my Sunstar Davao column today, I talk about the old restaurants here in Davao City which I still frequent. Here’s a rundown of information on the restaurants I mentioned on Food Trip Down Memory Lane.

HARANA RESTAURANT
Filipino Food, Grilled Dishes
Torres Street, Davao City
+6382-2273937
Must try: Special Kinilaw, Mongolian Spare Ribs, Halo-halo

LUZ KINILAW
Filipino Food, Grilled Dishes
Quezon Boulevard, Davao City
+6382-2264612, +6382-2218377
Must try: Grilled Seafoods such as Tuna Belly or Panga, Bagaybay, Squid, etc

Tsuru's Salmon Sashimi

Tsuru's Salmon Sashimi

TSURU JAPANESE RESTAURANT and SUSHI BAR
Japanese Cuisine
Camus Street, Davao City
+6382-221-0901
Must try: Salmon Sashimi, Beef Misono, Ika Teppanyaki, Ebi Tempura

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Coffee Cat Davao

Coffee Cat

There’s a new cafe in town, and thus far, it is one of the best concept coffee shops I have seen. From the cafe’s interiors to its menu items, there is nothing to frown about at Coffee Cat.

Coffee Cat
Coffee Jelly Avalanche
Coffee Cat
Mocha Chip Avalanche
Coffee Cat
Green Tea Yogo Smoothie

During the cafe’s opening on May 8, 2009, I got to try out their Coffee Jelly Avalanche which did not disappoint. It had a very creamy texture with liberal amounts of coffee jelly. This ice-blended drink is a bit sweeter than I would like but it was an enjoyable drink, nonetheless. It is a must-try for those who like their coffee a bit sweet.

On my second visit (less than a week after), I tried their Mocha Chip Avalanche. It was a little less sweet, a bit more bitter, but with the same creamy smooth texture peppered with mocha chips. It was a very refreshing drink that hot summer afternoon.

Related Link: Davao Coffeehouses

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