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Top 3 Things You Can’t Miss at HIMBON: The 39th Negros Trade Fair

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Culinary Creations by Rising Negrense Chefs - Two Negrense talents wowed the crowd and stole the spotlight during the media launch of Himbon: The 39th Negros Trade Fair last Aug 26, 2025—and their names are worth remembering. Their gastronomic menu was just a taste of what’s possible: innovative, world-class, and proudly Negrense! Chef Cara Davis (Halong, Makati) – trained in Michelin-starred kitchens from New York to San Sebastián, she now fuses bold Asian flavors with her Mexican culinary background. Think uni toast with foie gras and crab aligue pave — just some of the inventive dishes she crafted, alongside many other culinary creations. Chef Luis Locsin (private dining star) – CIA-trained, with global stints from Jean Georges NYC to Bali, he now curates private dining. His charcuterie spread at the launch featured Negros blue cheese, Don Papa rum pâté. Proudly Negrense, globally trained. Pâté en croute, and Casa del Formaggio Stracciatella, olive oil, and confit tomatoe...

This New Hangout Spot in the East Brings Together Food, Art, and Play in One Hub

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From global bites and steaming hot pot to bold mural backdrops and barkada game  nights, this East-side hub is built for every kind of hangout.  Foodies, art lovers, and gamers—this new hangout spot in the EAST has  something for every squad.  From Neapolitan pizza and Okinawan steak to billiards showdowns and art-filled  corners, the new East Wing at SM City East Ortigas is more than just a foodie  playground—it’s a vibrant hangout spot. Whether you’re a foodie chasing global  flavors, an art enthusiast hunting for Instagram-worthy backdrops, or gamers up  for friendly matches at the Game Park, this East-side destination brings together  passions in one stylish space. For the Art Squads: The Glow-Up by Kiefsix  Adding to the cool factor? Manila-based illustrator and creative director Kiefsix (Kiefer  Indiongco) transformed blank walls into massive, colorful murals. His basketball-inspired,  bold designs turn the East Wing into...

CDA Empowers Cooperatives Through SM Supermalls’ Weekend Market

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  Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) and SM Supermalls have officially sealed a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held on Monday, July 1, 2025, at the SM Supermalls Headquarters in Pasay City. The agreement marks the beginning of a joint effort to empower Filipino cooperatives by giving them access to high-foot-traffic mall spaces through the SM Weekend Market — a platform dedicated to showcasing local products, homegrown talent, and Filipino entrepreneurship. L-R: Royston A. Cabunag, Assistant Vice President and Lead for MSME and Job Fairs, Engr. Junias M. Eusebio, Vice President for Mall Operations of SM Supermalls formalized partnership through a MOA signing with CDA Chairperson Usec. Alexander B. Raquepo and CDA Administrator Asec. Santiago S. Lim, that aims to empower Filipino cooperatives through the SM Weekend Market initiative. The MOA was signed by Undersecretary Alexander B. Raquepo, CDA Chairperson, and Engr. Junias M. Eusebio, V...