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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.

Emcor Mobile App Launch

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If you grew up in Davao City, you have probably been to Emcor. It was and remains to be one of the most trusted appliance stores in Davao. Over the years, they have branched outside of Davao and they have grown by leaps and bounds. This year, they continue to be an innovator as they launch the Emcor Mobile App.

Emcor was established in 1953. Originally, the sold heavy equipment and was named the Engineering and Machinery Corporation. In short, Emcor. Over the years, the business has evolved into the retail of home appliances but they have retained the acronym Emcor.

Today, Emcor is not just in Davao City. Emcor has 128 stores all over Mindanao, Visayas, and Palawan. They operate with a corporate mission of providing service excellence to their customers. The company continues to offer quality products and innovative services with their tagline “Bringing Comfort to You and Your Home.”

Emcor Mobile App

On March 15, 2019, Emcor launched the Emcor Mobile App to bring their products and services even more accessible to their customers.

Emcor App on the Google Play Store
Emcor Mobile App available on the Google Play Store.

The Emcor App brings the Emcor catalogue near you, whereever you may be. You can browse their list of products: home appliances, motorcycles, audio and video equipment, furniture, and more. Via the app, users will be updated of sales and special promos. Available installment plans are also accessible via the Emcor App.

The Emcor Mobile App is available for Android smartphone users via the Google Play Store. Click on this link to download.

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Taiwan Excellence in Davao

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Who loves milk tea? We do! And Taiwan is where all the good milk tea comes from. The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is bringing all the Taiwanese goodness and more to Davao. Get to experience Taiwan Excellence in Davao at the Davao International Marathon 2019 (DIM 2019).


The best brands, products, and innovations from Taiwan will be on display here in Davao this weekend.

Davao International Marathon

This Sunday, Davao will play host to the Davao International Marathon.

Davao International Marathon powered by Taiwan Excellence

There will be 42 kilometer and 21 km races with runners from all over joining the event. DIM 2019 will also have 10 km and 5 km races.

The Davao International Marathon is a Green Race.

Davao International Marathon powered by Taiwan Excellence

DIM 2019 runners are required to bring their own reusable cups and bottles to be used during the event. All are reminded to be responsible and dispose trash properly.

Marathoners will be starting their run from People’s Park.

Taiwan Excellence Experience Zone

DIM 2019 is presented by Taiwan Excellence. And TAITRA is assembling an Experience Zone at the People’s Park during the marathon.

Taiwan Excellence in Davao

And TAITRA is bringing only the best. Taiwan Excellence in Davao will feature handpicked brands and products that have received the Taiwan Excellence Award.

Products on display are selected based on their superiority in the following categories: design, quality, marketing, and research and development. Needless to say, all are made in Taiwan. The Taiwan Excellence Award is recognized in 102 countries.


The Taiwan Excellence Experience Zone will proudly display more than 30 products from cutting-edge brands.


Asus and other Taiwan Excellence Brands

Taiwanese consumer electronics giant Asus will be displaying their gaming beast ROG Strix GL504 SCAR II.

Asus Zenfone will have their #BatteryKing the Max Pro M2.

Make sure to look out for these 2 at the Taiwan Excellence Experience Zone.

Other brands that will be showcasing their award-winning products. Tern’s folding bike will surely amaze local adventure seekers. Also on display will be the Deya Ocean Recycling Roll Function Backpack. As the name suggests, it is made from recycled ocean wastes.

Taiwan Excellence in Davao

The DIM 2019 and Taiwan Excellence Experience Zone is TAITRA’s first event in the Philippines outside of Metro Manila.

Tony Lin, TAITRA Deputy Director shares “Davao boasts a teeming natural ecosystem and a vibrant population, much like Taiwan. I believe these factors make it an optimal place to promote the many innovations coming out of Taiwan.”

Taiwan Excellence will be back in Davao for the Taiwan Expo in November.


For more information about Taiwan Excellence, visit their website at taiwanexcellence.org/ph or like their Facebook Page at fb.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph.

Cebu Pacific Super Seat Fest 2019

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March will never be the same again! Cebu Pacific Air is celebrating their anniversary with the CebPac Super Seat Fest. Over one million seats will be on sale all month long.

CebPac Super Seat Fest 2019

Yes, you read that right. Over one million seats will be up for grabs starting at 12 midnight tonight.

Cebu Pacific has thought of all the many ways to make your travel experience even better. Deals on Cebu Pacific Air’s Inflight Meals and Prepaid Baggage Allowances will also be available. Inflight Meals will be discounted up to PhP100 off and Bag Allowances will be discounted up to 40% off.

Getaway Hotel bookings will also be available at discounted rates to complete your travel plans. Get as much as 42% discount when you book this March 2019.

Plus, be on the lookout for deals on group bookings.

Plan your Davao Trip

Cebu Pacific Air flies in and out of Davao, to and from several destinations around the Philippines. Multiple times a day.

Book your trip to Davao this month
Book your squad’s trip to Davao now! Avail of Cebu Pacific Air’s Seat Sale Fest.

Davao is a great pick for your destination this year. We have practically everything you want for a great vacation. Pristine beaches. Serene mountainside resorts. Varied cheap food finds. Plus, access to many other Mindanao travel spots.

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PAL 78th Anniversary Sale

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Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is celebrating their 78th Anniversary this month. To celebrate the birth of Asia’s first airline, PAL will have over 2 million seats will be on sale starting tonight.

Philippine Airlines, the Heart of the Filipino offers 4 Star service to every passenger. Domestic and international flight passengers enjoy free inflight meals, free check in baggage allowance, and free inflight entertainment.

PAL flies to over 30 domestic destinations, including daily flights to Davao. PAL flies to Davao from Manila several times a day, 7 days a week. PAL also flies to Davao from Clark, Cebu, Tagbilaran, and Zamboanga.

They also fly to more than 40 international destinations.

Check out this PAL flight review by our correspondent Renz.

My Manila adventure via PAL.

Awesome experience, right?

PAL 78th Anniversary Sale

Starting tonight, over 2 million seats on Philippine Airlines flights will be on sale. Seats to flights to and from Davao and other domestic flight seats will be available for as low as PhP78. International flights will be available for as low as US$78. The travel period for the seats bought during the sale is from March 16, 2019 until December 31, 2019.

Booking dates are from March 1, 2019 starting at midnight until March 10, 2019.

So plan ahead and book that flight to Davao. We have beaches, we have mountains, we have awesome food choices, countless cultural and art destinations. Check out our Davao Itinerary Recommendations.

You can finally visit us! The PAL 78th Anniversary Sale is your chance to visit our piece of heaven. If you book a flight to Davao, leave us comment and let’s have coffee while you are in town.

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The Vegan Dinosaur: Vegan Restaurant in Davao

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February is Vegan Cuisine Month and we are putting the spotlight on a Davao vegan restaurant that has put vegan cuisine more accessible and desirable. The Vegan Dinosaur offers healthy eats that are neither boring nor bland.

The Vegan Dinosaur dishes.
Pasta, burgers, and smoothies by The Vegan Dinosaur. Photo by Shannen Adlaon.

Davao is slowly gaining popularity for its diverse food scene. And one of the food categories that has been growing through the years is cuisine for healthy eaters and diet conscious diners. Vegan Dinosaur is in the forefront of vegan cuisine in Davao.

From full meals to light snacks and delightful desserts, The Vegan Dinosaur has all your vegan cravings covered.

Salads

The Vegan Dinosaur serves up filling healthy salads. Of course.

Tofu Barbeque Corn by The Vegan Dinosaur
Enjoy a tasty bowl of Tofu Barbeque Corn Salad.

People automatically think greens and tofu when they hear vegan cuisine. The Vegan Dinosaur has all of it in one irresistible dish. Tofu cooked barbeque style on top of corn, lettuce, and onions. With a creamy dressing to bring it all together. It might be a bit cliche but it is definitely not boring.

Full Meals by the Vegan Dinosaur

People assume that vegan dishes are boring, light, and can hardly make you full and satisfied. Vegan Dinosaur proves that assumption wrong with their meal offerings that will satisfy even non-vegan diners.

Blogger Miel picks the Spicced Asian as one of her favorites by the Vegan Dinosaur.

Spiced Asian by The Vegan Dinosaur
The Spiced Asian contains Tofu Teriyaki, Black Rice, Salad, and Kimchi.

The Spiced Asian is a complete meal with Teriyaki Tofu as the focus of the plate. The savory tofu is accompanied by Black Rice, a side salad, and kimchi. It is a delightful dish bursting with Asian flavors. It will make your tummy full without the guilt.

And here’s another blogger recommended dish, Chickpea Meatballs.

Chickpea Meatballs by The Vegan Dinosaur
Fill your tummy with wholesome Chickpea Balls, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Rice, and Ranch Dressing.

Here’s another filling dish to try: Chickpea Meatballs. Technically, those are not meatballs. But it is just as flavorful and filling. The Chickpea Balls are doused in Sun-dried Tomatoes. Plus, it comes with Black Rice and a side salad with Ranch Dressing. This dish is recommended by Shannen.

Vegan Snacks and Light Meals

If you want something lighter but still as yummy, The Vegan Dinosaur has a menu filled with various dishes that are perfect as snacks or light meal options.

Whether you like them simple or bursting with filling, The Vegan Dinosaur has the perfect healthy wrap to make you happy.

  • Corn Quesadilla by Vegan Dinosaur
    Corn Quesadilla
  • Pulled Jackfruit and Aoili Quesadillas by The Vegan Dinosaur
    Pulled Jackfruit and Aoili Tortillas

The Corn Quesadilla is drizzled with sauce and topped with veggies. Meanwhile, the Pulled Jackfruit Tortilla has lettuce, cucumber, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, and tasty pulled jackfruit all on top of whole wheat tortilla. And it is all dressed in Aioli.

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Flavors of Japan Menu at McDonald’s Davao Stores

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Love Japanese food? We have great news for you! You can now taste the Flavors of Japan Menu at McDonald’s Davao Stores and other McDonald’s nationwide. Starting today, February 27, you can have your fill of limited edition McDonald’s menu items infused with Japanese flavors.

Japanese Burgers

At the center of McDonald’s limited edition Japanese menu are two burgers: Ebi Burger and Teriyaki Samurai Burger.

McDonald's Flavors of Japan Ebi Burger
McDonald’s Flavors of Japan Ebi Burger

Seafood lovers rejoice. McDonald’s is serving a delicious Ebi Burger with actual shrimps. The shrimp patty is coated with tempura batter and deep fried. It is complemented by a sweet sauce and comes with lettuce. These are all sandwiched by a sesame seed bun.

If you love McDonald’s classic burgers, give yourself a treat and try their new Teriyaki Samurai Burger.

McDonald's Flavors of Japan Teriyaki Samurai Burger
McDonald’s Flavors of Japan Teriyaki Samurai Burger

Imagine a juicy beef patty dipped in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Mouth-watering! It is topped with mayo and lettuce and comes sandwiched in a sesame seed bun, as well.

We’re excited to try both. Each burger is priced at only PhP133.

Japanese Fries and Float

Of course, you couldn’t have a McDonald’s meal without their world famous fries. We know we could not resist it.

McDonald's Flavors of Japan Nori Shake Shake Fries
McDonald’s Flavors of Japan Nori Shake Shake Fries

Starting today, you can season your favorite McDonald’s French Fries with umami rich nori flavor. Do yourself a favor and order Nori Shake Shake Fries with your Ebi or Teriyaki Burger. To be honest, we think it will go with just about anything. You can order it for only PhP60. Or order the large size for PhP86 or share a BFF sized Nori Shake Shake for only PhP149.

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