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Fashion Fusion Featuring NIñOFRANCO at Marco Polo Davao

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Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of Davao’s unique melting pot of cultures highlighting the life, arts, and culture of our indigenous peoples. This year, Marco Polo Hotel Davao celebrates Kadayawan with its 4th Fashion Fusion Featuring NiñoFranco by Wilson Limon.

Wilson Limon is known for his RTW and custom made pieces made with traditional ethnic design elements from various Mindanao tribes. Wilson is the first ever winner of the I AM STELLAR Fashion Design Competition. His deep appreciation for the arts and culture of indigenous peoples is apparent in his pieces.

Tinky in Custom NiNOFRANCO Skirt.

Tinky in Custom NiNOFRANCO Skirt.

Fashion Fusion Featuring NinoFranco

This year, Marco Polo Davao kicks off their Kadayawan celebration with the launch of the NIñOFRANCO Trunk Show at the Lobby of Marco Polo Davao today, August 4, 2018.

Marco Polo Davao celebrates Kadayawan 2018 with the 4th Fashion Fusion featuring NinoFranco.

Marco Polo Davao celebrates Kadayawan 2018 with the 4th Fashion Fusion featuring NinoFranco.

The NIñOFRANCO Trunk Show will feature pieces that showcase the arts of the Bagobo Tagabawa, the Blaan, the Tagakaolo, and the Tboli tribes.

For the Benefit of the Philippine Eagle

Marco Polo’s Fashion Fusion Opening Night will also be feature limited edition Philippine Eagle plush toys. The plush toys are accessorized with NIñoFRANCO Tangkulo-inspired scarves.

Marco Polo Davao Philippine Eagle plush toys in Tangkulo Inspired Scarves.

Marco Polo Davao Philippine Eagle plush toys in Tangkulo Inspired Scarves.

During the Opening Night of Fashion Fusion, guests may bid for a pair of the Limited Edition Philippine Eagle Plush Toy. Bidding will start at P2,500 per pair. Proceeds will be donated to the Philippine Eagle Foundation.

Davao Artists

The month-long exhibit will also showcase other Davao talents. Davaoeña singer and songwriter Maan Chua and Davaoeña fashion and event photographer Jowe Posadas will feature their works.

Floral arrangements of Happy Succulents, the antique collection of Arch. Jose Racho, and home furnishings by T’nalak Home will be on display.
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Piolo Pascual: Keeping Promises with Sun Life

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Who does not know Piolo Pascual? From the small screen to the silver screen and even on billboards and standees in malls, Piolo Pascual is everywhere. It is hard to not know his face and even harder not to know what’s up with him.

More than looks, Piolo is known for his talent and his work ethics. This celebrity works hard for a good reason. Piolo believes that relationships are built on promises: the promise to love, to care, to secure, to protect, and to provide. And Piolo Pascual is committed to fulfill these promises to his family. As a son, a sibling, and a father, Piolo takes his promises seriously.

Piolo with Sister and Sun Life Partner Chiqui on building a partnership and how it helps Piolo

Piolo with Sister and Sun Life Partner Chiqui on building a partnership and how it helps Piolo fulfill his promises and keep his commitments.

However, bringing promises to fruition becomes a challenge when financial troubles arise. And no matter how hard you work and how conscientious you save and prepare for the rainy days, money problems can arrive from out of nowhere.

Piolo on How he Fulfills Promises

Piolo shares “Like any other person, I want to give my family the best life possible. I am a man of my word, that’s why I work hard and seize every opportunity that comes my way. But more than just earning money, it’s how you manage your finances that makes a difference. Fortunately, I have the guidance and help of one very special lady: my very own sister, Chiqui Pascual-Gonzales, who also happens to be my Sun Life Advisor.”

Chiqui has been instrumental in ensuring that Piolo’s dreams for his family will all come true. “It’s a partnership through and through. With her help, I’ve been able to make it all happen while still pursuing my own passions and advocacies,” Piolo said.
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Start your holiday gift shopping early at the S and R Open House 2018

S&R Open House 2018 [Membership Not Required]

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Good news, Davaoeños! Shopping at the country’s favorite warehouse shopping club is now easier! Finally, you can enjoy your shopping at S&R Membership Shopping even without a membership card for a limited time only. From July 12-15, avail great deals and discounts for as much as 50% on selected items. Yes, even non-members may avail of S&R’s awesome deals, discounts, and exclusive items.

S and R is open to non-members from July 12 to 15.

S and R is open to non-members from July 12 to 15.

Plus, get a Php 200 gift card upon renewal or new registration. So whether you are just there to browse and experience exclusive membership shopping, sans membership, or you are interested in being a member, S&R Membership Shopping is the place to shop at until July 15.

Shop for exclusive items at the S and R Open House 2018

S&R offers high-quality brands from both local and international that will surely guarantee satisfaction, savings, and value for membership daily.

Bring the whole family to S R for a one of a kind shopping experience

Bring the whole family to S R for a one of a kind shopping experience.


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Mga Handuraw sa Baul 2017

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Halloween is almost here. Before the main event arrives, let’s spend a spooktacular weekend together at Malagos Garden Resort. Malagos is hosting Mga Handuraw sa Baul 2017 on October 28. It is a horror arts and music festival that highlights local horror stories and superstitions.

Mga Handuraw sa Baul 2017

Mga Handuraw sa Baul 2017

Handuraw features Halloween-themed attractions and events for kids and adults from morning til midnight. Kids will enjoy an inflatable playground and a neon playhouse. For the adults, Malagos has a nightmarish haunted house that promises to deliver screams and probably a sleepless night.

Guests are not required but requested to wear costumes. The best ones get special prizes and surprises.

Another reason to to join Handuraw are a food fest featuring food producers and an arts and crafts bazaar. Malagos attractions like the Butterfly Museum and the Chocolate Museum are open during the event.

Malagos Garden Resort is a co-presentor of Ngilngig Film Festival. The film festival entries will premiere at Handuraw beginning at 2 pm.

Musical Acts

Finally, Filipino indie musical acts will provide the beats to celebrate local arts and culture.

Musical Acts of Mga Handuraw sa Baul 2017

Musical Acts of Mga Handuraw sa Baul 2017

Headlining the indie music festival this Saturday is Crwn. Filipino indie musical acts She’s Only Sixteen, Clara Benin, BP Valenzuela, Jensen and the Flips, Anne Mendoza, and RJ Manulid are set to take the stage, as well.
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Davao Chocolate Festival 2017 at SM City Davao

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In 2014, SM City Davao pioneered the celebration of the Chocolate Festival in cognizance of the booming cocoa and chocolate industry in Davao. Local chocolatiers, pastry makers, and other purveyors showcased dishes and drinks that feature local beans. This weekend, SM City Davao hosts the Davao Chocolate Festival 2017 once again from October 12 to 15.

Davao Chocolate Festival 2017 at SM City Davao

Davao Chocolate Festival 2017 at SM City Davao

Purveyors and exhibitors from past Chocolate Festivals will be back, along with new food concepts and establishments.

Davao Chocolate Festival 2017 Exhibitors

The Chocolate Festival is a collaboration of SM City Davao and the Cacao Industry Development Association of Mindanao, Inc. (CIDAMI). It aims to bring together the Davao’s best cacao growers and chocolate processors. CIDAMI will be one of the event’s exhibitors.

Returning exhibitors include award-winning Malagos Chocolate, and local chocolatiers Chocolate Bean and Cacao De Davao. Comval Tropical Harvest, Rosario Delicacies, Puratos, Aromacology, Nutri Arch, Fedco, and Chocolate de San Isidro will be displaying and selling their best-selling treats.

Lara Mia leads the list of local dessert shops that will showcase their best chocolate pastries. Also joining are Confex & Co., Yolks, and Milky.

Finally, new food concepts will be at the event to offer their own chocolate delights: Cacao Culture, Chocoloco Inc, Auro Chocolate, Capt Du’s Cacao, A&V, Johanns, Brightside, and Sweets of Tirzah.

There will definitely no shortage of chocolate dishes, desserts, and drinks to satisfy all your chocolate cravings. Whether you like milk, dark, or white chocolate, you have to be at SM City Davao’s Chocolate Festival.

Chocolate Festival Highlights

The Davao Chocolate Festival will hold various events to further add excitement to the festivities.

Before the event formally opens, SM City Davao teased the crowd with a jar of Golden Chocolate Coins. The person who guesses the correct number wins a Golden Ticket. It can be used to redeem a package of chocolate goodies from the festival exhibitors. The winner also gets all the golden coins.

SM City Davao shoppers can also get their own Gold Ticket if they are one of the first 14 lucky shoppers to present a single-receipt purchase of at least P10,000 on October 14.

Chocolate lovers are invited to follow SM o Instagram @SMDavao and share their chocolate stories with their squad with the hashtag #ChocolateDateatSMDavao. The best posts get special prizes. Make sure to tag them and post by October 15.

The event will open on Thursday, October 12 at 10:30 am and will close when the mall closes. The country’s best tablea makers will demonstrate how to make your own chocolate concoctions. On October 13, learn about “The Sweet Journey” of chocolate’s bean to bar story. Finally, explore chocolate as a medium of art during the Chocolate Art expo on October 15.

So gather the gang and prepare to indulge in the best chocolate treats from Davao’s best cacao growers and chocolatiers only at the Davao Chocolate Festival 2017 at SM City Davao.

For more information about events at SM City Davao, visit the SM City Davao Page at http://www.smsupermalls.com/smcitydavao and their FB Page at https://www.facebook.com/smcitydavao. Follow SM City Davao @SMCityDavao on Twitter and @SMDavao on Instagram.

Salomon X Trail Davao

Salomon X Trail Davao Results | Kadayawan 2017 Event

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The 32nd Kadayawan sa Dabaw Festival was definitely a big success. Events peppered the entire city. Despite the Martial Law restrictions, everybody had fun. Davaoeños and tourists did not lack in events and activities to do and enjoy. 2017 Salomon X Trail Davao is one of the few Kadayawan events for adventure seekers and athletes. The Davao Leg was held in Ma-a, Davao City last August 20, 2017. The event was a tiring but fun and fulfilling experience for all participants.

Salomon X Trail Davao Participants

Salomon X Trail Davao Participants

Salomon X Trail Davao Winners

X trail runners were well-conditioned and ready to enjoy the run. A few emerged ahead of the pack and were awarded with cash prizes, Salomon and Primer Group products, and a Salomon X Trail Medal.

Jun Saromines arrived at the finish line first, completing the course in just 1 hour, 10 minutes and 30 seconds. In second and third places are Buddy Paraguire (1:12:26) and Nikko Romero (1:19:49).

In the female division, Rose Jaro was the fastest finishing the course in 1 hour, 46 minutes and 49 seconds. She was followed by Joy Mawalic (1:47:09) and Jennifer Lerio (1:56:06).

Salomon X Trail Davao Female Podium Finishers

Salomon X Trail Davao Female Podium Finishers

Salomon X Trail Sponsors

X Trail Davao was presented by Salomon. Event sponsors include Ahon Socks, ROX Philippines, Primer Group of Companies, Sea to Summit, Manors Ma-a, Camella, Omega Pain Killer, Paglas Corporation, Unifrutti Philippines,
and Fruit of the Earth Calmansinade.

The event is sponsored and supported by the Local City Government of Davao through the Office of the City Mayor – Sara Z. Duterte and the Office of the City Vice-Mayor Pulong Duterte.
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