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DFAT 2012: Snacks at Ranchero

Ranchero

Ranchero

The 2012 edition of the famed Davao Food Appreciation Tour (DFAT) had its opening salvo at the Ranchero. The Filipino-inspired restaurant served up a delectable assortment of Filipino merienda dishes.

The merienda opened with fresh and fried lumpia and pancit canton. There were also servings of the classic Filipino merienda dish dinuguan with, of course, puto (rice cake).

Ranchero's Kakanin Trio

Ranchero’s Kakanin Trio


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Todo Merkado Weekend Bazaar

Todo Merkado Weekend Bazaar

Todo Merkado Weekend Bazaar

After the wildly successful Sunday food bazaar Sabroso, Davao is bracing itself for another exciting weekend market, the Todo Merkado Weekend Bazaar. Beginning June 16, foodies and shoppers alike will have a new place to go to, the Damosa Gateway Megatent, home to Todo Merkado.

Todo Merkado will showcase the best food and shopping finds in Davao City, highlighting the enterprises of “Momtrepreneurs.” It gives a venue for home-based cooks and entrepreneurs to offer their unique creations and wares to Davaoenos.
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Opening Soon: PiYESta!

Piyesta KTv and Restobar in Davao Soon!

Piyesta KTv and Restobar in Davao Soon!

One of General Santos City’s beloved food establishments PiYESta! KTV and Restobar will be opening a Davao branch soon.

PiYESta! is known for their delicious and affordable Filipino dishes and set meals. Best-sellers include the Crispy Tuna Buntot, Stuffed Squid, and Pinakbet. It’s a family-friendly place for lunch, afternoon merienda, and dinner.
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Cafe Marco Serves Southeast Asian Flavors

Chao Tom by Cafe Marco at the Marco Polo Hotel Davao

Chao Tom by Cafe Marco

Southeast Asian flavors take centerstage at Cafe Marco from November 14 to December 14, 2011. Signature dishes from different countries in Southeast Asia will be served with the international buffet of Cafe Marco.

The Cafe Marco kitchen staff led by the talented Chef Ed Tuazon has prepared delectable soups and salads, rice dishes, noodles, hot dishes, and desserts from all around Southeast Asia. Take your palate through a delectable tour of Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnman, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
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Cafe Marco Re-Launches

Cafe Marco at Marco Polo Hotel Davao

The New Cafe Marco

Cafe Marco re-launched on July 8 with a bang as it hosted a grand feast for their loyal clients, members of the media, and other VIPs. With inspired words from company representatives, the appetites of the invited guests were whetted with promises of better, more delicious, and more exciting dishes from the chefs of Cafe Marco.

And when the buffet tables finally opened, the guests were not disappointed. There were rows and rows of dishes that would put any foodie into a state of indescribable happiness.
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