MassKara Festival Bacolod City

The Masskara Festival 2023: Schedule of Activities this Year

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Bacolod City’s Masskara Festival is a world-renowned celebration that has captivated the hearts of both locals and tourists for decades. This festival has become an iconic symbol of Bacolod’s resilience, creativity, and indomitable spirit. Its colorful masks, lively street parades, and infectious energy are the stamp of the Masskara Festival. The Masskara Festival 2023 is …

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The Upper East House

The Upper East House: A Modern Tribute to Negrense Heritage

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I recently had the pleasure of immersing myself in the captivating tour of The Upper East House, a testament to the seamless blend of Negrense heritage and modernity in Bacolod City. Developed by the property giant Megaworld Corporation, this iconic three-story township information center The Upper East House pays homage to the illustrious icon that …

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Batchoy and Coffee at Iloilo’s La Paz Public Market

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Iloilo City, the vibrant “City of Love” in the Philippines, is where a captivating food culture awaits your taste buds. Among the many culinary treasures Iloilo has to offer, one dish stands out as an absolute favorite: Batchoy. Brace yourself for an exciting adventure as we explore the origins of this delightful dish and immerse …

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Lin-ay sang Negros and Panaad Opening

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Negros Occidental Gov. Eugenio Jose “Bong” V. Lacson and Vice Gov. Jeffrey P. Ferrer spearheaded the opening ceremony of the Panaad sa Negros Festival 2023.

Jojo Vito’s “Gilded Expressions”

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Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod proudly presents “Gilded Expressions”, a one-man show by renowned installation artist Jojo Vito.

The 2023 Panaad sa Negros Festival: The Promise Renewed

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The Panaad sa Negros Festival, which translates to “vow” or “promise” in Hiligaynon, is the most anticipated festival in Negros Occidental, Philippines.

Revisiting Mactan, Cebu to watch a concert

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Mactan is a densely populated island that is rich in history, located a few kilometers east of Cebu Island in the Philippines.

Iconic Masskara-themed McDonald’s store opens in Bacolod

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, events, products and promo, food, Philippines, Visayas, World travelPosted on No Comments

Driving along Galo St. in The Upper East, property giant Megaworld’s 34-hectare township, in what used to be the Bacolod-Murcia Milling Company (BMMC) complex brings a sense of nostalgia to me. My paternal grandfather had worked in BMMC, and later on my father as well. He and his siblings lived in the BMMC compound before …

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A relaxing dining experience at LANAI by Fresh Start

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, food, Philippines, VisayasPosted on No Comments

Fresh Start’s Lanai restaurant opened its doors to the public on December 8, 2021, and although I wasn’t able to visit on that day, I took the opportunity to meet up with a friend during the weekend, a few days after it welcomed customers to its quaint dining place. LANAI by Fresh Start is a …

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McDonald’s most modern-designed store in Bacolod City

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Locals and tourists alike have a place where they can hangout and enjoy the Negrense scenery to its finest. The much-awaited opening of the unique and first-in-the-province McDonald’s NXTGEN store is finally happening as property giant Megaworld continues to bring excitement to its 53-hectare Northill Gateway township along the New Bacolod-Silay Airport Access Road. Set …

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Habitat for Humanity Philippines’ projects in Negros Occidental

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, Philippines, Visayas, volunteerismPosted on No Comments

Having worked with non-profits during my career, I want to dedicate some space here in my site for the good works they are doing, especially when it’s something that is happening in my province. One case in particular is Habitat for Humanity Philippines’ (HFHP) efforts in Negros Occidental to build homes for families in need. …

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Holiday excitement at Northill Gateway

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From a dazzling Christmas spectacle to another much-awaited ‘first,’ this Megaworld township never runs out of surprises to keep everyone smiling There’s so much to keep Bacolodnons excited about the Christmas Season as Northill Gateway, Megaworld’s 53-hectare township located right at the boundary of Bacolod City and Talisay City along the New Bacolod-Silay Airport Access, …

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The Art Deco District of Bacolod

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As a former volunteer of the Wikimedia Foundation’s Philippine Heritage Mapping project, I have visited a number of Art Deco structures in Metro Manila and found such historical buildings interesting. For years, I have longed to see the interiors of the Art Deco heritage house of the Villanueva family along Burgos St. Finally, I had …

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Going bananas over Merzci Special Banana Chips

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, food, Philippines, VisayasPosted on No Comments

It’s a must for every visitor of Negros Occidental to bring back home the sweet goodies of the sugarbowl of the Philippines. Take your pick from napoleones to piaya, butterscotch, barquillos, pinasugbo, caramel tarts, pastries, and so much more. The best place to get these delicious pasalubongs is Merzci Bread and Pastries, the producer of …

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Living La Dolce Vita in Negros Occidental

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, Philippines, VisayasPosted on No Comments

A trip to Negros Occidental can be summed up in one word: Manamit! It means yummy, flavorful, appetizing, good taste, delicious and so much more. But it does not only refer to its food. It is how life in this part of the country is all about. La Dolce Vita or the sweet life is …

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