Thursday, May 31, 2007

Singapore Once More

Finally, after so many trips to Singapore, finally got one in that was strictly for vacation. This time around, we managed to take in the sights and sounds of this culturally diverse city ... definitely a fun time with just the family ... should really do this more often :)
No longer limited to the business district, we go to check out the diff.
areas such as Little India, Chinatown by taking the bus, train and taxi,
L - The kids at Snow City for toboggon slides and snow fights!
R - At the Science Museum where you can virtually spend a whole day
L - Of course, food is always on the agenda, the authentic stuff
R - Couldn't resist this display of traditional Chinese spices
L - Singapore Zoo was the highlight for the kids (aside from their NDS)
R - The most attention was given by the kids to the playful otters The famous Night Safari was next on our agenda ... unfortunately, it
was a bit of a let down since it rained, the animals were in hiding and
it was too dark to take any decent pictures, so had to satisfy myself
with taking shots of my favorite animals - my kids :)

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

WOFEX in Visayas

Cebu was the location of the first regional leg of WOFEX or World Food Expo. Given the importance of Cebu as an economic hub in the region, we decided to bring the latest products and technologies available in Manila to Visayas. Sure enough, the event was met with much enthusiasm by those in the food business or interested in going into the industry.
L - Venue was the controversial Cebu International Convention Center
R - The facade at night - ours was one of the first events in CICC.
L - The opening was graced by Sen. Pia Cayetano among dignitaries.
R - The grand steps of CICC that leads to the trade hall.
L - Daily Cooking Demos had the visitors coming back everyday.
R - Of course, an expo is about business where buyers meet sellers
L - Seminars and Workshops done simultaneously in 3 rooms.
R - All for FREE, visitors from different provinces came in droves.
L - The exhibitors night done in the plush grounds of Chateau de Busay
R - A trip to Cebu would not be complete without buying danggit!