CEBUANO SCOPE

A series of Cebuano facts and whatnots

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Pungko Style

How to survive your meal in Cebu? Eat in Cebuano style, their classic Pungko - pungko! It’s not hard to find these food stalls because you can always spot them on streets. Pungko-pungko stalls usually sells variety of fried foods like fried chicken, hotdogs, and ngohiongs in very cheap prices.

Interested in food? Check out this blog:

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Post by Emjy Ybañez

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This is one of the places that you shouldn't miss out when you have your trip to Cebu!

Just right next to the Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño is the famous Magellan's Cross.

The original cross was made of tingalo wood, however, it was covered with another wooden case to protect the original cross from being chipped by tourists to serve as souvenirs.

Photo inspired by:

https://streetlifecebu.tumblr.com

https://videogramblog.tumblr.com

Check it out!

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Post by Emjy Ybañez

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Hey folks! we have great news for you! Cebuano Scope is now in partnership with Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Incorporation in their annual event of “Gabii sa Kabilin” – A night of celebrating Cebu’s history and culture by visiting 18 museums and heritage sites.  We will be officially covering the event and will post live stream updates and coverage.

In the next celebration, as we venture into our past, we are given the experience of a lifetime! – A memorable evening tour and museum hopping, while riding on a Kalesa! Isn’t that great?!     

But the fun doesn’t end there fellas because we will be giving out free registration coupons for 5 lucky persons who will be chosen!

Let us know why you deserve to avail a no fee “Gabii sa Kabilin” by commenting down below and get the chance to be picked.

Good luck and God bless!

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Post by Jasmine Abad

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We are excited to inform you that Cebu Scope will be having a Bisrock Competition!

This event, partnered with Coca~Cola, is open to all music enthusiasts of all ages. Contestants will be asked to submit entries prior to the contest date and will have a live performance which will be judged by specially invited artists. This will be held in Fuente Circle on December 20, 2019. The competition requires an original Bisaya Rock song. Participants are obliged to adhere to the guidelines set by the organization. See: CONTEST GUIDELINES

Note:  All Registrations and submissions will only be accepted ONLINE Click this link to send your applications. Deadline is on November 30, 2019.

Join the 1st ever Cebuano Scoop competition, have a chance to win cash and a chance to get featured on MYX. Register now!

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Posted by Jasmine Jane Abad

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Another CEBUNIQUE, folks!

This time, I interviewed three Cebuano people on their opinion about how Cebuanos are unique compared to other ethnicities in the Philippines.

Comment down below what you think!

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Post by Chelsea Gonzales

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“I LOVE CEBU”

Good Day Scoopers! here is a simple chorus demonstration of the winner of the 34th Cebu Popular Music Festival, I Love Cebu.

This song is one of Cebu’s pride and is used to promote the tourism of Cebu as well. This also has its distinct dance steps and is performed by festival contingents after a festival competition as a grand finale. See:  Sinulog sa Barangay 2019 Grand finale - I LOVE CEBU

Going back, for everything to be easier, I transposed the song to the key of C. It has a lower register than of the original but it is good especially for beginners. 

Here attached is the full transposed chords I used: I LOVE CEBU chords

Have fun and enjoy playing!

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Post by Jasmine Jane Abad

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This video shows an example of a situation whenever a Cebuano speaker and a Tagalog speaker have a conversation. There are lots of words in Visayan language that have the same spelling but have different meaning in Tagalog. Watch the video and see the difference of langgam in Bisaya and Tagalog.

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Bisaya: langgam - bird

Tagalog:  langgam - ant

Want to know more Visayan words that totally have different meaning in Tagalog?

Read: http://bit.ly/visayan

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Post by Emjy Faye Ybañez

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#FridayinCebu #WeekdayEnder

Scopers! It’s Friday and we all love Fridays (probably). We hope you nail your weekday-ender and prepare yourselves for an exciting weekend ahead! We got a question from Darrel about distractions. Find out how we conquer burnout on work in this video! -----

Post by Jan Marlowe Gargaran 

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Out of the many types of foods here in Cebu, what's your favourite comfort food/drink?

Let us know by sharing in the comments! We’ll post some of your answers on our upcoming feature. Stay tuned!

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Post by Lee Marvin Torbiso

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The growing urban standards in Cebu is parallel to the hustle and bustle of its streets. Cebu Institute of Technology- University aims the same thing: to be tantamount to the greatest and be the greatest itself, and achieve higher in academic excellence without compromise. Cebuano Scope Admins are proud ambassadors of CIT-U and it's our pride to be clothed in maroon and gold!  Visit them at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CITUniversity/ Website: https://www.cit.edu/v6/

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Post by Jan Marlowe Gargaran

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TODAY’S FEATURED ARTWORK:  Sinulog by Lee Marvin Torbiso “This artwork was inspired by one of the famous phenomenon of the Philippines, Sinulog. This is the most beloved festivals of Cebu, it is what makes Cebu known as Cebu. Colours shown everywhere inspired me to draw out this event to capture the beauty of the festival as if I was doing photography with a pen. It has also been a great study for me to understand the culture of the people and how to proportion a scene in art”. ----- Post by Lee Marvin Torbiso

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CEBUNIQUE

So GUESS WHAT.

Apparently, Thirsty, a popular drink product in Cebu, and Dimsum Break, a popular fast food chain in Cebu, don’t exist in Manila! As per my friend who used to live there and is now studying there.

Seriously! Can you believe that? I don’t think my life would be the same without a tasty Thirsty drink or a delicious Dimsum dish.

Guess that’s another Cebunique quirk!

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Post by Chelsea Gonzales

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Cebuano expressions are the BEST!

Here’s a glimpse on how the word “buang” is used.

Translated: “You’re really crazy!”

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Post by Chelsea Gonzales

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Enjoy sipping and slurping! -------------------------------- Post by Jan Marlowe Gargaran

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CEBUANO QUIRKS: LANGUAGE Edition

When I encountered Cebuano language during my first month in Cebu, I really find it interesting with its idiosyncratic vocabulary. Every word sounds weird to me at first but I got used to it after staying for few more months. I learned how to speak their language as well and got exposed to their remarkable expressions that they use in casual conversations.  Fascinatingly, I discovered that some of their expressions can also be used in different ways with different meanings even without changing the words. Here are the Cebuanos’ top five most common expressions.

1. “Ambot”

As from what I have observed, the precise meaning of “ambot” depends on how the person delivers the expression. But basically, the person who’s saying this is either confused, frustrated, or might have lost his patience with the person he’s talking with. For an instance, if you keep on asking the same questions to a Cebuano, he would probably say, “Ambot nimo uy!” in an exasperated tone.

2. “Kuan”

Cebuanos call it as a universal word for just about anything. It can be used as a noun, adjective, or a verb. It can actually be used numerous times in a Cebuano sentence and still creates a sensible thought. Here's an example,

"Ang kuan didto sa kuan ba, murag kuan kaayo ang kuan".

3. “Chuya/Chuy”

Chuya or Chuy/Choy is often used when Cebuanos notice something that is amusing, unique, or beautiful. Usually, they'll say "Chuya uy!" or "Chuy lagi na." It means they appreciate or amused by something.

4. “Buang”

This word is commonly used as an adjective to describe something or someone who does something ridiculous or silly. Usually, they call someone buang if that person did something or just planning to do something crazy or stupid because buang literally means "crazy" or "insane".

"Hoy, na-buang na ka?" (Hey, are you insane?)

5. “Bitaw”

Bitaw is used as an intensifier over a statement. The word alone may also serves as a response of agreeing to something that has been stated. For example, someone is telling you that the traffic in the city is heavy, if you agree, you could just simply say “bitaw”.

Learning Cebuano language may not be difficult, however, using the expressions properly may take some time to getting used with. 

Article by Emjy Faye Ybañez

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CEBUANO QUIRKS: FESTIVALS Edition

The Queen City of the South, Cebu, has a lot to offer for those of you who seeks adventure, exotic food and unique experiences. One thing you wouldn’t want to miss in coming is the festivals! We celebrate our colorful and world-renowned festivals with high spirits and excitement. We have ritual dances and street parades accompanied with distinct rhythm and music for that particular feast. Although these fiestas are renowned for color and pageantry, they are also deeply rooted in our religious tradition and history. These embody how we were shaped in our religious aspect and also this is a way of giving honor and recognition to our beliefs as well.

Worry not if you thought you have missed the big event in a particular month because herein, listed as to what event goes with what month. Have a great journey and enjoy!

 Source:  Sinulog 101 on a Budget: Experience the Sinulog Festival Without Breaking the Bank

1.     Sinulog Festival    [ 3rd Sunday of January ]

           If you want to be part of the grandest and most popular festival in Cebu City, this is the perfect festival for you. It is celebrated in honor of the holy Señor Sto. Niño, also known as “Child Jesus”. It is a story of the Cebuano’s acceptance of Christianity. A lot of local tourists go to Cebu to join the celebration, procession and mardi gras. Anywhere, you can hear people shouting “Viva Pit Senyor!” to show their devotion. Many of the local artists also come to Cebu to join the celebration, in their float parade.

 Source:  Sugat-Kabanhawan Festival: An Easter Sunday Parade of Colors

2.     Kabanhawan Festival    [ Easter Sunday, April ]

           If you want to witness the significant portrayal of Jesus Christ’s resurrection and the celebration of the said event, this is the best feast for you. This is a celebration of Christ’s resurrection, which in Cebuano language termed as, “Kabanhawan”. This is held annually on Easter Sunday in the Municipality of Minglanilla at Minglanilla Central School Grounds. The move is made out of Street Dancing and Ritual Dancing, participated by elementary and high school students. Minglanilla, Cebu, is otherwise called the “Sugat Capital of the South”.

Source:  City Government of Naga, Cebu

3.     Dagitab Festival    [ December ]

           Make your Christmas even more meaningful and brighter by experiencing Naga’s Dagitab Festival, also known as the Festival of Lights! This takes place right before Christmas in Naga City Cebu. The feast is to recognize the town’s pride for being home of one of the leading electric utility providers in the Philippines, KEPCO (Korean Electric Company).

Source:  Rosquillos Festival 2009 Schedule

4.     Rosquillos Festival    [ May 29 ]

           Rosquillos is not just another food to eat, but it is a special delicacy made in Liloan. Have a glimpse of how the people of Liloan celebrate their feast as a recognition of their specialty. As the name implies, the festival highlights the Municipality of Liloan’s famous delicacy, the Rosquillos. It is a circular cookie with a flower-like outline, and has a hole in the middle. It has brought honor to the town and contributed to the local economy.

 Source:  La Torta Festival: Celebrating Argao’s Delicacy

5.     La Torta Festival    [ September 28/29 ]

           This feast happens every 28 or 29 in September. From the name itself, it showcases Argao’s well-known pastry called “torta”, in which its production is a practice existed since the Spanish era. The festival is packed with exciting activities that promote Argawanon’s customs and traditions.  If you want to have a taste of this sweet delicacy and witness how the people celebrate this big event in their town, mark your calendars and come visit Argao, Cebu! And of course, like any other festivities, its ritual dance showdown and street dancing are something to look forward to.  

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CEBUANO QUIRKS: FOOD Edition

For today’s edition, we’re going to talk about none other than FOOD! Yes, tasty, delicious and mouth-watering Cebuano FOOD. 

And no, this isn’t your usual gastronomy blog post. We’re not just going to delve in on the what’s and where’s. For this edition, we’re delving in on the why’s and how’s of eating these immensely popular and unique Cebuano FOOD. Disclaimer! Not everyone finds some of these delicacies appealing to eat. However, it would be wrong to say they aren’t delicious to eat.

Moving on!

Puso

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The all-famous and Cebu-unique FOOD, with cooked rice encased in woven palm leaves, puso or hanging rice.

For the price of 10 pesos or less (definitely less), puso is a cheap source of rice to which plenty of us Cebuanos prefer to buy to eat during events and parties. The small but affordable FOOD serves as a more efficient and cheaper substitute to freshly cooked rice. 

And, like all Filipinos, we never eat meals without rice. So, to fully satisfy your stomach’s needs, we’re here to gladly tell you that puso actually goes really well with plenty other FOOD. Cebuano FOOD, to be exact.

One of which is:

Lechon Baboy

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Another widely-popular and incredibly mouth-watering FOOD – lechon! Cebuano-made lechon baboy, specifically. 

It is no secret that Cebuano lechon baboy is one, if not the, best lechon in all of the Philippines. It is so good that numerous Filipinos of other ethnicities order from Cebu and ship them to their provinces! 

As you eat lechon baboy along with puso, you’ll be in for 100% satisfaction. The blandness of the rice in puso completely complements the salty taste of pork skin or the soy sauce that accompanies the meat of the FOOD. Oh, and don’t ever miss the skin! The crunchiness and taste of a freshly cooked lechon baboy’s skin is haven to one’s taste buds. All in all, the combination will give you the dinner of a lifetime.

Another Cebuano FOOD that will surely go well with puso, is:

Pungko-pungko

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None other than one of the famous street food source and student favorite lunch venue, pungko-pungko!

Cheap, delicious, basically everywhere – pungko-pungko will definitely satisfy the adventurer in you, especially if you’re a first timer. Rather than food, pungko-pungko are actually small stalls located almost everywhere urban, most especially near schools. They usually sell cheap, fried food that countless Cebuanos are in love with. But what most first timers don’t know is that the food served in these small stalls, other than puso, is the best kinds of FOOD.

Such as:

Ngohiong

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Ngohiong! To some, these can be called ‘Chinese Ngohiong’ but cheaper. With its signature sauce, ngohiong will surely satisfy your tastes with the help of puso. 

Ginabot

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Ginabot! This tasty-looking, fried food is a whole Cebuano FOOD all on its own. It’s basically the chicharon bulaklak of Cebu but, you know, tastier, way more delicious and cheaper. Don’t miss this fried FOOD which you can commonly find in your nearest pungko-pungko. Just like every other FOOD, it tastes best in the company of rice or, in this case, puso!

Lumpia

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Lumpia! Filipino-version of a spring roll, lumpia with its sweet and sour sauce paired with puso will make you drool and satisfied at the same time.

And, of course, the world-famous:

Fried Chicken

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Fried chicken is so common but delicious delicacy that Cebuanos still love to eat it in a meal. With the cheapened version of this FOOD available in pungko-pungko’s, it is all the more reason to grab a seat down and get yourself a delicious fried chicken.

These are just some of the delicious Cebuano FOOD available in a pungko-pungko. To find out more, a trip or visit to one these stalls is a must! Don’t worry, a budget of less than 50 pesos is already enough so your stomach won’t be the only thing satisfied after the visit, but also the inner frugal you. It’s a win-win, don’t you think so?

Moving on, this particular Cebuano FOOD is considered as a league on its own and even exotic by some. This FOOD is none other than:

Tuslob Buwa

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The boiling hot, delicious mess of a dish, tuslob buwa.   As unappealing as it looks, tuslob buwa is a dish worth enjoying but not on a daily basis. With puso, your experience with this FOOD will be nothing but the best! Hot, fresh and delicious, tuslob buwa will not leave you wanting. 

With all these FOOD, you can further enjoy your Cebu experience whether as a first-timer or not. Just like all Filipino FOOD, Cebuano FOOD will leave you drooling and wanting for more. Don’t forget to list these FOOD on your bucket list! It’s all surely worth it! ----------- Article by Chelsea Gonzales