Uncovering The Granary: Culinary Fare, Giant Ensaymadas

Tickle your taste buds and experience classy dining at The Granary, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo’s high-end restaurant always ready to serve food lovers with local and international cuisine. The bistro is fast becoming the “talk of the town” for its great ambiance and sumptuous gastronomy in Iloilo Business Park in Madurriao District. 

From local fare to international cuisine, The Granary upholds first-class dining services, presentation and passion when serving customers. Daily buffet is served for hotel guests and walk-in clients that provides them with unique gastronomic delights, something that makes this restaurant close to everybody's heart. 

Another pride of Richmonde Hotel Iloilo is its very own "giant Ensaymade" topped with overflowing cheese, a yummy culinary delight comes close to the Ilonggos' sweet tooth. The giant Ensayamada is a perfect pair with a cup of espresso or cocoa, both are regular beverages served in The Granary.

Natalie Lim, the hotel’s general manager, said the ensaymada is the most sought-after item on the menu of the Granary.

“Since we opened over a month ago, guests have been coming over, looking for it. It has become famous,” she said. “Some guests enjoy the delectable treat as merienda (snack) or dessert, and others drop by to order boxes they could bring as pasalubong (keepsake)”

The Granary's signature pasalubong delight - the giant Ensaymada and its mouth-watering culinary fare syncs  well to the palate of guests and meticulous taste buds of Ilonggos, adding another prestigious dining destination in Iloilo City. As a visual treat, you get to enjoy the scenery outside the hotel, the swift developments of Iloilo Business Park where dining escapade converges perfectly with the appeal of this vibrant township.

For reservation, call (033) 328-7888 or visit www.richmondehotels.com.ph

SPOOKY PAW-RADE: The region’s biggest Dog Halloween Event at IBP

More than 150 dogs and dog owners participated in SPOOKY PAW-RADE, the first ever Dog Halloween Costume Parade and Fun Match held in front of Richmonde Tower at Iloilo Business Park last October 24, 2:30PM to 7PM. The event started off with a Dog Parade from Richmonde Tower going to McDonald’s IBP. The first-ever Dog Blessing was officiated by Rev. Father Dennis Galon. It was followed by a formal opening program with IBP Marketing Head, Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong who willingly shared her excitement through a short welcome message.

Rev. Father Dennis Galon officiated the Dog Blessing

Head Dog Trainer, Joseph Jiro Gabasa, event hosts Nancy Enicola and Nanette Bajador

IBP Marketing Head, Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong shared her words of welcome to all the participants

Mr. Bong Ledesma, an expert dog trainer entertained the crowd with his dog tricks

Dr. Harold Demaisip, judged the fun match and dog conformation 

Expert dog trainer, Bong Ledesma showcased various dog tricks that entrainment the crowd as an intermission performance. Around 5:30PM, the Dog Fun Match and Conformation started off by introducing seasoned veterinarian, Dr. Harold Demaisip as competition judge. The Fun Match and Conformation was divided into four categories such as Puppy, Small Breed, Medium Breed and Large Breed. Pack Leader K9 Dog Training Head, Joseph Jiro Gabasa demonstrated with his dog Connan, a Belgian Malinois on how to train your pets in protecting you against aggression. The highlight of the event is the Dog Halloween Costume Contest and Mini-fashion where dog owners and their pets paraded onstage with creatively scary and colorful attires. Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong, IBP’s Marketing Head is the sole judge of the Dog Halloween Costume Contest.

IBP Marketing Head, Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong received her certificate as the sole judge of the Dog Halloween Costume Contest from Joseph Jiro Gabasa

 The event emphasizes Iloilo Business Park as a dog-friendly destination and a township where dog lovers can find a serene place to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle. The event is co-organized by Megaworld- Iloilo Business Park in partnership with Pack Leader K9 Dog Training and Jaro Dog Lovers. The event was made possible through the following sponsors: Rebadulla Animal Hospital, AsVet, Pomelo T-shirts, Wood Fashion, Gab’s Pizza, Spa Riviera, Dog Full, Lori pet care products, Uratex Foam, Pet Palace and Fil Sonza Photography Studio.

Spooky Paw-Rade Contests Result:

 Dog Conformation and Fun Match

Best in Puppy Category: Maxine, 5-month-old female Belgian Malinois dog, handler: Wewen (dog trainer, Iloilo)

 

Best in Small Dog Category: Yuki, 6-year-old-female mini-pinscher; owner: Irish P. Jeongco

 Best in Medium Dog Category: Shane, 7-month-old female Beagle dog; Handler: Wewen (Dog Tainer, Iloilo)

Best in Large Dog Category: Scotch, 4-year-old-male Bull Mastiff dog; Owner: Am-Am Lorca

Best in Show: Yuki 6 year old female mini-pinscher; owner: Irish P. Jeongco

Best Dog Halloween Costume Contest

Special Award (Spookiest Costume):  Gracie, 7-year-old female mini-pinscher dog; owner: Virgie Tarrigue, costume concept: Cerberus (3-headed dog)

3rd Place:  Yuki, 6-year-old female mini-pinscher dog; owner: Irish P. Jeongco, costume concept: Egyptian God with golden wings

2nd Place: Atticus, 1-year-and-5-month old male Belgian Malinois dog; owner: Santiago Sudaria, costume concept: horse-like dog with 'tiyanak' riding on top

1st Place (Best in Costume): Sasshi, 1-year-and-7-month female Chihuahua; owner: Jel Rose Casiano, costume concept: enchanted dog in a dark and scary prom theme

Ilonggo Artists United for Iloilo’s Tourism

Ilonggo artists of Region VI performed "Lagaw Ta (Experience Western Visayas)" after 3 years since its official launch in 2013

The Tambobo Festival theme song of the Municipality of Ajuy was performed live for the first time with Jamela Puyo, Rodj of Metaphorhyme and NIPSC - Ajuy Dancers

Daniel Zedane performed his original song "Panaginip" and collaboration song with Rodj of Metaphorhyme "Ngaa Bala"

Iloilo's soulful duo - Marty n' Lindy performed a medley of their original songs

Metaphorhyme rap group performed their original songs "Balang Araw" and "Lipad"

Eunioa rap group performed their first single "Dali Na"

Iloilo City, Philippines – Ilonggo musis artists once again united to showcase their talents and passion for  local music and tourism industry last September 27, 5 p.m. at Robinsons Place Iloilo – Fountain Area during the last day of the 11^th Tumandok Tourism Fair organized by Province of Iloilo - Office of Culture, Tourism and the Arts, Department of Tourism Region VI, Tinukib Pasalubong Center, Iloilo Science and Technology University and Iloilo Tourism Officers Association, Inc. Local Ilonggo recording artists Daniel Zedane, Marty n’ Lindy, rap groups Eunioa and Metaphorhyme performed their original songs. The Iloilo Pop Song Festival, the first multimedia songwriting competition in Western Visayas organized by the Municipality of San Enrique LGU spearheaded by its municipal mayor, Ramona Palabrica Go together with RSLPhoenix Music and SEAC Batch 1990 launched the competition. San Enrique Iloilo Association – America president, Greg Palabrica shared the advocacy and invited Ilonggo composers from various municipalities to join the competition. Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College (NIPSC) – Ajuy Campus together with its college administrator, Dr. Cirilo Deocariza and faculty and staff presented with pride the entertaining live performance of the Municipality of Ajuy’s Tambobo Festival Theme Song. The song was performed by local singer Jamela Puyo, Ilonggo rapper Rodj of Metaphorhyme and NIPSC – Ajuy Tambobo Dancers. Ilonggo artists of Region VI reunited onstage once again and performed “Lagaw ‘Ta (Experience Western Visayas,” the first and only unified tourism song and music video of Region VI produced in 2013.  On its 11^th year, the Tumandok Tourism Fair with the theme “Heritage and Tourism: Community and Environment” held at Robinsons Place Iloilo from September 24-27 continues to highlight the best of Iloilo’s tourism industry, talents and culture heritage.