Every year since 2008, our team organizes the Davao Food Appreciation Tour to promote food tourism in the region. We work with local food establishments, brand partners, and bloggers from all around the Philippines to put the spotlight on Davao food, exciting dining options, and delicious treats from Davao City and the rest of the region.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, DFAT 2020 will be different. The MyDavaoCity.com Team remains committed to promoting the local food industry. This year’s event will be a social media campaign, rather than an actual tour.
Featured Davao Food
Every Friday and Saturday of July, the My Davao City Team will host a hashtag party. Each day of the virtual food tour will focus on a local food business or theme.
One of the most popular destinations in picturesque Batanes is the Honesty Cafe. There is no menu. You order some food and drinks. Then, you pay for it according to how much you think your food and drinks are worth. It is called the “honesty cafe” because it operates on the honesty system. No menu, prices, or guides. Just your honesty and your conscience. In Davao, we have an honesty store within a university. And more recently, the Davao honesty jeep.
Honesty establishments are popular all over the world. These are usually cafes and souvenir shops in small cities and towns. They operate on the good faith that people will take only what they need. And will pay for it accordingly. Payment is left in a provided receptacle. Customers can even take their change from the pool of cash.
Davao Honesty Jeep
Just before the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) was implemented, a video taken with a mobile phone went viral. Repurposed containers of Shell Rimula Engine Oil were used as dividers within a jeepney.
Davao Honesty Jeep featured by ABS-CBN News. Source: ABS-CBN News Page
The containers were strategically placed in the long seats of the jeep. These dividers made sure that passengers practice social distancing, as prescribed.
More than just dividers, the repurposed oil containers also functioned as payment receptacles.
Davao Honesty Jeep
Instead of requiring passengers to pass payment from one hand to another until it reaches the driver or jeepney conductor, passengers just had to put their payment in the containers.
Ingenuity and Innovation
The dividers were borne out of necessity. Davao City implemented a limitation on jeepneys before ECQ. Only six to ten passengers per jeepney. The city also imposed stringent hygiene protocols.
This inspired many jeepney drivers to create their own dividers. And to employ unique ways to collect payments safely.
The driver exhibited ingenuity and encouraged honesty. All the while also providing a bit of wholesome levity to an otherwise serious situation.
Avoid the hassle and stress of traveling to and from your date venue this Valentine’s season. Avail of the Dusitd2 Valentine’s Promo and have a restful holiday.
Do not miss the chance to rest and relax. Unwind. Swim. Dine. And enjoy a night at one of Davao’s most luxurious hotels.
Enjoy a DusitD2 Valentines Getaway
Book a premium rooms and enjoy a Dusitd2 Valentine’s to remember.
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast for two and a bottle of win. Plus, you get a special Valentine’s gift and discounts. Enjoy these and more when you book and stay from February 1 to February 29. Their room rates start at PhP6,000++ for De Luxe Rooms.
Dusitd2 has various amenities and F&B outlets that are sure to make your romantice getaway even better.
They have a gym if you want to still be on track for your fitness goals. And of course, do not miss out on their picturesque pool. Swim or wade, whatever you prefer. If you are bringing along your kids for the getaway, they will enjoy an afternoon in the pool.
Dine and Drink
If you do not enjoy spending time at the gym or at the pool, spend the afternoon at the Siam Lounge at the Lobby.
Do not have a partner? Why not enjoy the getaway with your girl friends.
So who else has the Tala LSS but always ends up singing “Linamnam Ulam” instead? Jollibee delivers in bringing together two phenomenal hits with their new Jollibee Burger Steak Jingle sang by Sarah Geronimo.
Anne Curtis has certainly made the Linamnam Ulam jingle an earworm that nobody can shake off. And now she is back and she is joined by the Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo.
Shopping season is here. It is time to shop for your noche buena food, gifts, holiday, OOTDs and more. And all Davao malls are ready to welcome you even beyond their usual operation hours. Here is your guide to the Davao Mall Hours for the 2019 Holiday Season.
Abreeza Ayala Mall
Abreeza celebrates the season with their Paint the Town Red Sale. Mall hours will be extended from December 9 to 15. Enjoy discounts and promos at Abreeza until 10 pm during the sale.
Get those important home essentials with up to 70% off at the True Value Christmas Sale. This exciting sale event will be at the Abreeza Atrium from December 6 -
Event Details
Get those important home essentials with up to 70% off at the True Value Christmas Sale. This exciting sale event will be at the Abreeza Atrium from December 6 – 8.
For more information, visit the Abreeza Page on Facebook for more information: fb.com/AbreezaMall.
Check out the Davao Events Page for more bazaars and other Christmas events around the city.
It's the season to shop. Abreeza will have extended mall hours for one week from December 9 to 15. The mall and all stores will be open until 10
Event Details
It’s the season to shop. Abreeza will have extended mall hours for one week from December 9 to 15. The mall and all stores will be open until 10 pm during the week. Selected items will be discounted up to 70% off.
For more information, visit the Abreeza Page on Facebook for more information: fb.com/AbreezaMall.
Check out the Davao Events Page for more bazaars and other Christmas events around the city.
Enjoy savings and special deals on two straight nights of midnight madness only at the Gaisano Mall of Davao Christmas Dash.
For more information, visit the event page at this
Event Details
Enjoy savings and special deals on two straight nights of midnight madness only at the Gaisano Mall of Davao Christmas Dash.
For more information, visit the event page at this link.
Kalsada Bazaar celebrates the season along with NCCC Mall Victoria Plaza with a bazaar entitled Christmas Town. It will feature crafts, food, and more sold by local entrepreneurs. It will
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Event Details
Kalsada Bazaar celebrates the season along with NCCC Mall Victoria Plaza with a bazaar entitled Christmas Town. It will feature crafts, food, and more sold by local entrepreneurs. It will be open on December 7 and 8 from 10 am until 11 pm.
Our favorites Southwing Cafeteria and Teasay Avenue will be at the bazaar.
Salted Egg Chicken Wings
Barbeque Chicken Wings
We highly recommend the Salted Egg Chicken Wings. To be honest, we love all of Southwing’s flavors. Plus, of course Teasay’s Milk Teas.
Check out the Christmas Town Event Page at this link. Follow Davao Kalsada on Facebook to know more about their events: fb.com/davaokalsada/.
Check out the Davao Events Page for more bazaars and other Christmas events around the city.
Like the SM City Davao Page on Facebook for more updates: fb.com/SMCityDavao/.
SM Supermarkets
To accommodate those who are doing their grocery shopping for the busy holiday season, SM Supermarket at SM City Davao will open even earlier than the malls.
SM City Davao Supermarket Hours Christmas 2019
December 1 – 12: 8 am – 10 pm
December 13 – 23: 7 am – 12 mn
Christmas Eve, December 24 (Tuesday): 7 am – 8 pm
December 25 – 30: 10 am – 9 pm
December 26 – 30 : 7 am – 12 mn
New Year’s Eve, December 31 (Tuesday): 7 am – 8 pm
This week, all roads lead to Azuela Cove because the Big Bad Wolf is back in Davao. It is a great week for family and friends to get together and shop together. And of course, to eat. Great thing there are several dining destinations at the cove. We have prepared our Azuela Food Recommendations to guide you.
Breakfast at Nord’s Bread Hub
Starting the day early? Have a cup of coffee and some bread at Nord’s Bread Hub.
Lemon Brioche
We highly recommend the Lemon Brioche.
To be honest we love evertyhing here. So if you are up for a hearty breakfast, check out their sandwiches and their meals.
Grilled Monte Cristo Golbi Gogi Crispy Samgyeupsal
If you are dining with a large group, order the Nord’s Sampler. Among their savoury offerings, our favorites are the Crispy Samgyeupsal and the Chicken Pastel.
Pizza and More at Union Market
Love pizza? We do!
Pancetta and Arugula, Margherita, Aglio y Gamberini, and Pork Belly and Egg Pizzas by Union Market
Whether it’s Pizza Friday (like today) or not… it’s always a good idea to have some. Order one or two and share it with friends. We highly recommend the Quattro Formaggio and the Pancetta and Arugula by Union Market.
There’s also a Yellow Cab Pizza at Azuela Cove. And a Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven Outlet at the Azuela Food Bazaar. So if it’s pizza you want, there are several choices in the area.
Filipino Merienda at Cafe Laguna
In the afternoon, unwind and have a chika session over Ginger Tea and Filipino sweets.
EspasolFilipino Tea SetSalabatTuronBibingkaPuto with Adobo Flakes
Cafe Laguna has a must-try Filipino High Tea Set. It includes spread of espasol, adobo in puto bun, turon, and bibingka plus, salabat (ginger tea). All for only PhP430. This afternoon merienda is definitely one of our top Azuela Cove food recommendations.
They also offer other Filipino rice cakes and other specialties that will make your palate happy and your tummy full. And of course, various Filipino appetizers, main dishes, drinks, and more.
Desserts by Dulce Vida
If you are craving for cake, indulge at Dulce Vida.
Ube Frozen BrazoQuezo de Bola Cheesecake
They serve a variety of cakes and pastries. Their Frozen Brazo de Mercedes are best-sellers. We also recommend their Quezo de Bola Cheesecake. Decadent and rich.
Azuela Cove Food Bazaar
And if you want to try new and exciting dishes and drinks from Davao foodtrepreneurs, visit the Azuela Cove Food Bazaar.
Azuela Food Bazaar
We highly recommend our favorite chicken wings by Southwing. Lemon Pepper and Sweet and Spicy are their best-sellers. And they have a new offering, Salted Egg Wings. We love it. You will, too.
And they are sharing a booth with Teasay. Our Editor Ria (kusinamaria.com) loves the Hokkaido Milk Tea. It’s just PhP90 for 2 cups.
We also recommend pizzas by Classio and crispy fried food by Samantha’s Kitchen.
More Azuela Food Spots
Other food spots in the area include Yellow Cab Pizza, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, and Bless Oniikiri Japanese Restaurant.
So yes, there are so many food choices at Azuela. And whatever you are craving for, there is surely something that will satisfy you and your tummy.
Now is the best time to visit Azuela and try our recommendations. The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Davao 2019 is currently at the Azuela Tent and will close on December 2.
Big Bad Wolf Davao 2019Enderun TentAzuela Cove, Lanang
Do not miss this chance to grab books and more at discounted prices. And yes, have an excuse to do a food trip at Azuela Cove, as well.
Go Cashless at Azuela Cove
To make your Azuela Cove food trip and BBW shopping experience hassle-free, we recommend going cashless.
We have tried paying with our PayMaya Visa Debit Card at Nord’s Bread Hub, Union Market, and at Cafe Laguna. And there were no extra charges at all.
And if you #ScantoPay at the Big Bad Wolf, you also get rewarded.
BBW cashiers accept QR payments through the PayMaya app. Shoppers can get cashback for a minimum spend of P1,000 when you Scan to Pay with PayMaya QR. Get up to 100% cashback every time you pay using PayMaya for your purchases. Plus, get another P250 cashback can be rewarded to your account if you spend an accumulated purchase amount of P5,000.
HAPPY EATING! Do not forget to share with us your Azuela Cove faves and recommendations.
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