TASTE OF CEBU: DONG JUAN

As soon as we arrived in Cebu, we got hungry.

We decided to try something really Cebuano, and what was suggested by my nephew is DONG JUAN. I found out it is his favorite burger!!!
I really don't know if it originated in Cebu or a franchise!

So since this is new to us, I'd like to share to you about this.

Here is a link from everything Cebu for some notes about Dong Juan.

http://www.everythingcebu.com/food-dining/dong-juan/

From the airport, we chose the Crossroads branch in Banilad.

This is their restaurant. 
It was before 10 am... but I guess, they saw we were so many, so the restaurant was opened earlier!

 

Here is their menu...

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We all had a round of their burger! Actually, that was what we were there for...

Because of its large size, we had to deal with it differently. 

Some, pressed the bun and ate it like a burger should be eaten! 

It was so juicy, so it was pressed so it wouldn't drip!

It was too juicy for me, so I ate it with the burger on top of half of the bun ... and used a knife!

One, ate it like a burger steak and separated the bun.

But Carlo, my nephew was the fastest to finish, because this is his favorite... and to think he is so picky.

I realized, he took out the vegetables.

But, Tin had Chicken drumsticks!

These were the drinks... ice tea in interesting container and their Dong Juan water.

So juicy, so yummy...
Well, we were so full!

These are their other outlets.

You may also visit our other branches in Guadalupe 256-1796, Persimmon Plus 266-JUAN, Crossroads 520 -8899, AS Fortuna 520-8879 and our latest in J-Centre.

Other things that caught my eye...

PASALUBONG FROM CEBU: ZUBUCHON CHICHARON

Here is another "unhealthy" but yummy eat!

I don't know where in the city to buy the MatMat Chicharon from Carcar, Cebu.

But in the airport, I was able to get the Zubuchon Chicharon, which was the well displayed one and even cheaper than the Carcar chicharons in the other shelf.

Zubuchon also sells frozen Cebu lechon at the airport. Didn't try to buy this yet!

Of course, don't forget there are so many other well known ones like R.F. Villalonga (is it still available?), Chilens and Chicharritos!

I don't dare compare each and every chicharon... I guess this indeed would be the most unhealthy decision of all!

PASALUBONG FROM CEBU: MAT MAT CHICHARON

Family from Cebu came over and brought over some chicharon.

They suggested to buy Tapa and Chicharon from Carcar, Cebu and one of the specific brand of Chicharon they like is Mat Mat Chicharon.
They really bought it in Carcar because they had a roadtrip from Cebu City to Zamboanga City.

They also said even in Tabo-an, Cebu where the "danggit" are sold, there are also Chicharon from Carcar sold there which are also delicious, although, with a different brand name.

Note: all of these are against Hypertension, with the salt and the fat!


In the airport, the Carcar Chicharon is even more expensive than the Zubuchon!!!

Wouldn't want to influence you into eating these... obviously, so delicious but so unhealthy! So it is up to you..... 

AMBIENCE OF CEBU: CAFE LAGUNA FOR A FUN SCI-FI-WEDDING

When East meets West, something unique is brewed... and that exactly, is what we experienced during the Wedding Reception of Bram and Kaye.

Kaye is Filipina and Bram is Dutch.

Their field is Information Technology.

Their common interest (or can I say passion?) is Star Trek.

Their wedding reception theme is Star Trek and expanded to the Sci-Fi (Science Fiction) motif.

"Whhhhaaaaattttt?", "Star Trek? Sci-Fi? Anime?"... 

"Reeeeaaaalllyyyy?"... we will be in costumes????...

were the cries of the conservative Filipino relatives!

(In my mind, this might be better option than going to the mall in a principal sponsor's gown!)

In Star Trek: This is the mission of the original Starship Enterprise:

Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. 

Its five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before.

With this, Sci-Fi theme,  they actually adhered to the mission: TO BOLDLY GO WHERE NO MAN HAS GONE BEFORE!

Nobody could ever imagine how this would go about, but it turned out to be a PARRRTTTTTYYYY!!!!!

So, I would like to share this with you.

Venue: Laguna Garden Cafe, Cafe Laguna, Ayala Center

from the Cafe Laguna website: 

Perfect venue. We are conveniently located in the heart of Cebu’s business district and we have ample parking space. The banquet hall itself is perfect for seating 250-300 people. We can even partition the hall for your smaller gatherings. Our quality PA system compliments the hall’s good acoustics, and quite naturally is tastefully decorated and furnished.

Contact us:

The Terraces

Cebu Business Park

Ayala Center Cebu

Cebu City, Philippines

T: (+63 32) 233.8600

F: (+63 32) 233.8602

E: lgc@cafelaguna.com

www.cafelaguna.com

It was intended to be in the mall, so the guests waiting for the reception can enjoy strolling in the mall.

Food:

This is just a very small part of the meal.

I didn't go anymore to the buffet table.

And of course, lechon is present.

Cake: by Kusina Habana

Star Trek Starship Enterprise Cake

The spherical cake which is the centerpiece is chocolate cake while the smaller satellite cakes are banana cake.

All yummy!

from Kusina Habana website:

Kusina Habana is a catering service company, based in Cebu City, that offers a fresh twist to your parties, focusing on intimate celebrations and innovative cake creations. Our management team is composed of vibrant young artists who excel in both fine arts and culinary craftsmanship. It is our promise to deliver our delectable kitchen ingenuity with flair and finesse that would impress you and your guests to no end! 

Contact Number

2/F JBTI Arcade

No. 10 Gorordo Ave. Cebu City

(across Colegio de la Inmaculada)

032.417.1367 | 63.917.3000.474

Starship Enterprise Cake with fondant icing  

Bram and Kaye on top of the world!

and it was served and "devoured"!

Bride and Groom:

and watch the rubber shoes!

with a Change of Costume for the Bride at the later part of the reception!

we now have Captain Kirk and Uhura!

Serenades:

Speeches:

from Kaye's high school classmates ...

... who brought back naughty memories!!!

and most of all from Mom Diny, a very inspirational message                     

Touching Moments:

special request... the Filipinized Bram!!!

Ceremonies:

Bouquet throwing and catching.

Garter throwing and catching.

Although, Jon placed the garter, Franz gave Anneke
the hug and kiss...both came all the way from Holland 

Opening of the Gift:

The souvenir.

Toast.

direct from Netherlands!

the sign

Colorful Guests.

The colorful and interesting guests were enough to surprise (and even shock!) the waiters and other mall goers.

Thanks to our dear aunts and cousins who dressed up to the max, making the night a super glittery affair!

Trekkies...living up to the Theme!

the Star Trek Family

Sci-Fi (Science Fiction)... the bright and beautiful version!!!

The Judges:

Winners:

The Surprise.

a surprise indeed!

The Emcees (Masters of Ceremony) and Program organizers.

We thank them for a wonderful program during the reception and also during the shower-stag party, a day before!

The Crowd.

the seniors!

the younger generation

Even when others were not in costumes, they were as happy.

This is really one of the most unique and happiest wedding celebrations I (and I know, we!) attended!

... we boldly went where no man has done before...

And I don't think it will be replicated in the near future!!

We pray for the best for Bram and Kaye!!!

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