The House Hunting Issue

directory CEBU’S #1 CITY GUIDE Vol. 4 No. 3 April 2013

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INSIDE fully furnished Cymru Fine Furniture Mikael Furniture NOMAD’S LAND Things to pack for wandering in style

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As the driving force behind Cebu Grand Realty, Loue Manuel talks about the beginnings of the business, the people who she shares her life with, and shows off why her go-getter attitude keeps her at the peak of her game.

EDITOR’S NOTE LOUE MANUEL

Home and Away I’ve always thought the term “house hunting” wasn’t completely accurate.

In truth, you can look at house after house, but it’s not really the lacquered wooden floorboards, the wrought-iron balustrades or cozy bay windows that’ll be the deciding factor—more often than not, you buy a house because it feels like home.

There’s nothing quite like the joy (and relief) of finally finding a place that suits your lifestyle, which is exactly what our cover girl Loue Manuel of Cebu Grand Realty can help you find. And with the furniture companies we’ve found, you’re fully furnished (lame pun totally intended) to turn that empty space into the dream home you’ve always wanted.

Of course, not everyone’s destined to be a homebody. Others prefer to be the nomad, somehow always moving while considering the open road/seas/skies her home. Wherever your destination, make sure to pack the essentials that’ll take you anywhere: a trusty carry-on, a dressy but breezy top, and sunglasses to face whatever lies ahead. As for me, I’m all for traveling and exploring cities and place far from my own, but in the end, it’s good to know when I’m tired, I can always come home.

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Publisher Jacinto E. Ramos Managing Editor Shari Quimbo Creative Director David Jones Cua Layout Artist Edwin Javier Jr. Photographer Adrian Yu, Christine Cueto Advertising Amy Undaloc, Lorlaine Yutico Paula Giron ZEE Publications Inc., G/F PDI Bldg. Gov. Cuenco Avenue Cor. J.Panis St., Banilad, Cebu City, Philippines Tel. No. 6332. 234 2636, 415 8597 www.zeelifestylecebu.com © All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced without prior permission from the publisher.

ON THE COVER Loue Manuel COVER STORY Sittings Editor David Jones Cua Photography by Adrian Yu Maquillage Romero Vergara

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Locale Tops, Busay

“Stunning properties and skyscrapers have always fascinated me,” says Loue Manuel, which is a good indicator of why she ended up founding Cebu Grand Realty, one of leading real estate agencies that works with property developers and private property owners in Cebu.

Cebu Grand Realty serves as a property consultant for corporate and private investors, with clients handing in their list of requirements, and Loue and her team presenting properties that would be the best fit. “We represent our buyers and embark on negotiations to seek optimum terms that support the clients’ objectives and long-term strategy,” she explains of their work ethic. Other than that, the company also assists in property rentals for residential, industrial and commercial properties, with a good bulk of their clientele being expats and business organizations.

Her current success is inspiring, considering the amount of drive she had to get to where she is. “Cebu Grand Realty started as a dream. I once said that my office was located at Dream Avenue, Loue Street,” she says. After graduating with a degree in hotel and restaurant management, she’d explored other industries, including stints as an events coordinator and working in PR and marketing in Dubai. Upon returning home, though, she decided to venture into real estate, which proved to be a good move. “My first month was a memorable one. I’d sold a well-priced condo unit on spot cash payment,” she recalls. “After a year of being in the industry, I took my real estate broker licensing from the Professional Regulation Commission, passed the exam and got my license.”

Cebu Grand Realty came later, after years of visualizing the company in her head—from the office, the services she would offer, the team and the marketing scheme she would implement. Eventually it all came to life when she opened her own company, together with boyfriend and business partner Ivan Bozhilov. After everything, she is optimistic, even about the speed bumps along the way.

“Challenges will always be around as I go along, but then these challenges are the instruments to stretch—it’s what makes me go beyond the norm.”

Of course, it’s not all about her work.

In her spare time, she makes sure to play with her son David Louis, and rearranges the house.

“Even with household help around, I am handson every now and then to change the interior.”

After a stressful day, she relaxes by having a glass of wine and cheese, going on quick getaways and spending time with her family and friends. “I take time to relax because, for me, a balanced life is a happy life.”

It’s clear that a woman as passionate and driven as Loue would have nothing but good things in the future, and if that happens, it wouldn’t be just a coincidence. “I will continue my undertakings, creating innovative and competitive strategies to get where I want to be in the next few years. My goal is growth for Cebu Grand Realty and its sales team because when everyone is happy, the company is happy.”

Her attitude of sharing her experiences and blessings is something that represents her outlook on life. “Life has blessed me both with a great career and a fulfilling personal life. The future will be a journey with my son and partner to explore. I may not be perfect, but I will do my best to share a wonderful life experience.”

Loue with Ivan Bozhilov

www.cebugrandrealty.com Your real estate service partner

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Investors

Sellers

Buyers

Tenants

We cover investment services from advising to acquisition of properties keeping in focus our clients’ criteria and requirement. Cebu Grand Realty is your property investment partner.

With our network of licensed brokers, accredited agents, Internet portal and wide range of database we will help you market your property and obtain a maximum value.

Whether you’re investing for residence or for lease, our team offers services from property advice, mortgage assistance, and services throughout the process.

Whether it’s for commercial space or for private residence, Cebu Grand Realty’s goal is to help you find the lease at the best location tailored to your company’s objectives or to individual lifestyle.

We assist Investors and Property owners BUY / SELL / RENT Commercial and Residential Real Estate Properties

Business address: 2nd Floor Business Walls 856 A.S Fortuna, Banilad, Mandaue

Phone: +63 32 268 0597 +63 32 4181951

Mobile: + 63 917 301 6019 +63 32 514 6158

Director: Loue Manuel loue@cebugrandrealty.com

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FINELY FURNISHED CYMRU Fine Furnitures & Accessories brings a personal touch to the business, providing high-quality wooden furniture in a company that’s all about family As a family-owned and run business, CYMRU Fine Furniture & Accessories was established by David and Joetrissa Maynard in 2004 as a partnership of exemplary Welsh and Filipino craftsmanship. Since then, it has strived to help clients bring their personal style into their home, producing furniture that stays true to traditional classics yet keeps up with the current trends. CYMRU now has a reputation for having superior furniture-making skills using solid wood and veeners, as well as specialties in fine carvings, high-class joinery, antique reproduction and custom-made furniture. To ensure each item follows strict quality control, the owners inspect every item themselves to ensure customer satisfaction that each client deserves.

CYMRU Fine Furniture H. Abellana Street, Canduman Road, Pagsabungan, Mandaue City 6332. 420 9098, 63. 917 323 1738 info@cymrufurnitures.com

Casa of CUSTOMS Mikael Interiors’ customer-oriented service guarantees special furniture pieces to meet all design and lifestyle requirements for any space and stye.

There’s a lot that goes into furnishing any space, whether it’s a home, business office, or commercial establishment. Mikael Interiors understands this and provides a full range of services that takes care of customizing specific pieces to fit the functional and aesthetic needs – from creating the personalized furniture pieces, to purchasing additional materials and coordinating with any specialized suppliers - required at no added cost.

Although founded just last year to cater the local market, Mikael Interiors is under Diamond Cane International Incorporated and is actually named after its owners Mike and Elsa Basubas. Its young age doesn’t mean a lack of experience however – the company has created custommade cocktail tables and bar stools for Scrapyard; sofas, tables, and lamps for newly opened home-style restaurant, Hikay; and took care of all the furnishings and fittings for the latest hip nightspot Dozo Izakaya; among many others.

Mikael Interiors also adheres to a strict policy of only providing quality services and furniture. All products and services come with a one-year warranty. Kitchen cabinetry is equipped with Blum mechanisms – a high-end brand for lift, drawer, and organization systems for the kitchen.

Interior designers, architects and other professionals are warmly welcomed to see the showroom and ask for quotations for their projects.

In-house designers and drafting staff are also conveniently available to develop solutions for one’s design requirements.

When working with projects, Mikael Interiors offers prototyping services to assure perfect execution and guaranteed satisfaction. Truly, Mikael Interiors is dedicated to offering its time and effort to give clients the best possible solutions for any space requirement.

Mikael Interiors COMMERCIAL ADDRESS Contact Person: Byron Mendoza and Charmaine Basubas #23 Mango Green Village, A.S. Fortuna St. Banilad, Mandaue City, Cebu 63. 922 828 1588 ron@diamondcanefurniture.com, charmaine@diamondcanefurniture.com FACTORY ADDRESS: H. Abellana St., Canduman, Mandaue City, Cebu 6332. 236 3404

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LITTLE WANDERS

Whether you’re a nomad that’s constantly on the go or the occasional traveler who wants to take advantage of the tropical weather, make sure you wander off ready for anything, looking cooly casual wherever you end up.

Costafrié beach cover-up from Beachmums, PHP 2,200 Over-board waterproof duffel bag from Elite Sports Gear, PHP 3,100 I-Care sunglasses, PHP 499

STORE INFORMATION Beachmums Maribago, Mactan 6332. 406 2793, 63. 917 492 3456 Outlets at Tienda, Parklane Hotel and Yogahub, Banilad Town Center Elite Sports Gear BombProof Outdoor Store, Sports Loop, 3/F Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas, Metro Manila Divers Point, 2/F Wilson Square Bldg., 199 Wilson cor. P. Guevarra St., Greenhills, Metro Manila Applewerkz and Lonely Planet stores I-Care Eyewear Maze, Ayala Center Cebu 2/F, E-mall, Cebu City 6332. 255 8889 icareeyewear@yahoo.com

Be part of the in crowd.

Insider Bar A.S. Fortuna Street, Banilad, Cebu City (032) 238 5915 insiderbar2013@yahoo.com

March 15-April 30 Havaianas Get-Away Bag Special Get the limited edition Havaians Get-Away Bag for only PHP 200 with a minimum single receipt purchase of PHP 1,500 worth of Havaianas at All Flip Flops branches in Ayala Center Cebu, SM City Cebu and SM City Consolacion April 6 Unveiled With performances from Urbandub, Powerspoonz, Earthmover, Cosmic Love, Pinoy Stories, Drop Decay, Bethany and Motherbass The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu 4:00 PM April 10-16 Road to Ninja: Naruto the Movie The popular anime comes to the big screen, this time with a story that takes place in an alternate universe SM City Cebu April 12-14 Shangri-La Mactan’s Paradise Rush Sale 7 Enjoy special deals at Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa’s special sale Rotunda 1 fronting Paseo Solana, Ayala Center Cebu April 12-21 GREAT MEDIA COOKOUT The hotel brings in Cebu’s brightest media personalities and puts them in the kitchen to create sumptuous dishes under the supervision of Ms. Jessica Avila

April 18 Martina San Diego at Scrapyard As part of the band Ivy Rose in the US, Martina has opened for bands like Weezer and Ben Folds Happy hours are from 6:00-10:00 PM, and event starts at 9:30 PM. Scrapyard, The Henry Hotel April 20 Abba Mania Concert Celebrate the timeless music from the popular Swedish band Abba Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Hotel Cebu City 8:00 PM April 27 SUMMER MYXFEST A music festival from MYX Philippines, Spectrum and Rhipstop Mango Square Plaza and Alchology April 27 M-Talents 1st Anniversary Concert A special musical showcase featuring renowned talents like Pops Fernandez, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Jaya, Gabby Concepcion and many more.

Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Hotel Cebu City 7:00 PM

Tuesdays Tuesdates at Manuel’s Restaurant Ladies coming in a group of five can dine at a discounted price of PHP 500 nett per person Cebu Parklane International Hotel Daily Happy Hours at GILT Artisan Lounge 5:00-9:00 PM

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Gregg and Agnes Huettel treated friends and guests to a sumptuous cocktail buffet to celebrate the opening of Alison Tyler, where the couple highlights their collection of finely crafted wooden furniture. Guests were invited to sit and experience the pieces for themselves while enjoying the dishes, which included many of Agnes’ own recipes.

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Red Box Introduces New General Manager The premium venue for interactive video music entertainment in the country, Red Box recently announced the addition of TV personality, product endorser and host Judah Paolo as its new general manager.

“I am excited to revolutionize the corporate set-up of the company and give a fresh perspective on how to celebrate life at Red Box and what it means to ‘rock, dine and roll’ the Red Box way,” says Judah.

Along with the announcement, the venue also announced its new per-person rates that include an Eat-All-You-Can lunch and dinner buffet— P299 for Lunch Hour (12NN to 3PM), P399 for Prime Time from Sunday to Thursday and P499 for Friday to Saturday (7PM-12MN). There’s also a P199 rate for Happy Hour (3-7PM), which includes a free drink, and for After Hours (12MN-3AM) which includes two drinks or one cocktail.

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The Mactan Newtown: Megaworld Corporation’s vibrant new master-planned township spanning 16 hectares in Cebu’s breathtaking island of Mactan.

GALLERY

RESORTS & HOTELS ABACA BOUTIQUE RESORT Punta Engaño Road, Mactan Island Tel No: 6332. 495 3461, 236 0311 email: reservations@abaca.com www.abacaresort.com Alegre Beach Resort Calumboyan, Sogod, Cebu Tel. No. 6332. 254 9800, 254 9811 254 9822 Fax no. 6332. 254 9833 www.alegrebeachresort.com CEBU CITY MARRIOTT HOTEL Cardinal Rosales Avenue Cebu Business Park, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 411 5800 Fax No. 6332. 411 5801 www.marriottcebu.com CEBU PARKLANE International HOTEL Cebu Office: Cor. Arch. Reyes Ave. and Escario St., Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 411 7000 www.parklanehotel.com.ph HOTEL ELIZABETH Archbishop Reyes Ave., Camputhaw Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 231 8000 www.hotelelizabeth.com.ph MARIBAGO BLUEWATER BEACH RESORT Buyong Maribago, Mactan, Cebu Tel. No. 6332. 232 5411 www.bluewater.com.ph MARCO POLO PLAZA Nivel Hills, Apas, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 253 1111 Fax No. 6332. 253 8910 www.marcopolohotels.com PLANTATION BAY RESORT & SPA Marigondon, Mactan, Cebu Tel. No. 6332. 505 9800 Fax No. 6332. 236 4821 www.plantationbay.com RADISSON BLU HOTEL CEBU Sergio Osmeña Blvd. cor. Juan Luna Avenue, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 402 9900 Fax No. 6332. 402 9999 www.radissonblu.com/hotel-cebu

BOUTIQUE

SHANGRI-LA MACTAN RESORT & SPA Punta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu City Tel. No. 6332. 231 0288 Fax. No. 6332. 231 1688 www.shangri-la.com THE HENRY HOTEL 1 Paseo Saturnino, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 520 7516 www.thehouseofcebu.com THE MACTAN NEWTOWN Mactan Circumferential Road, Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan, Cebu Tel. No. 6332. 232 2020 themactannewtown@megaworldcorp.com www.themactannewtown.com.ph WATERFRONT CEBU CITY HOTEL & CASINO 1 Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 232 6888 Fax No. 6332. 232 6989 www.waterfronthotels.net

BOHOL Panglao Regents Park Alona, Tawala, Bohol www.panglaoregentspark.com 6338. 502 4080/4081 63. 926 317 8333/939 429 0668 The Peacock Garden Luxury Boutique Resort Upper Laya, Baclayon, Bohol 6338.539 9231, 63. 917 326 9000 www.thepeacockgarden.com The Bellevue Resort Barangay Doljo, Panglao Island, Bohol 6338.422 2222/6302. 771 8181 www.thebellevue.com

856 G Gallery Business Walls, 856 A.S. Fortuna St. Banilad, Mandaue City www.856ggallery.com Tel. No. 6332. 344 3039

SPAS & SALONS JESSIE GLOVA STYLE SALON 2/F Pacific Square, F. Cabahug Street, Mabolo, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 236 1808 Monday to Saturday:10:00am - 8:00pm; Sunday: 10:00am - 7:00pm

VIRUS BOUTIQUE A.S. Fortuna St., Mandaue City Tel. No. 6332. 239 7461 Banilad, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 520 6330 Mobile. No. 63. 917 633 6733

FASHION DESIGNERS DEXTER ALAZAS No.7 Villalon Drive, East Capitol Site Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 583 6105 Mobile No. 63. 923 887 8861 921 520 9695 By appointment

THE SPA AT CEBU #1 Paseo Saturnino, Ma. Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 412 0888, 416 3888 10:00am – 12:00mn daily

LOHAS SKIN CLINIC Paseo Saturnino, Ma. Luisa Road, Banilad, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 416 1171 Mobile. No. 63. 933 363 2550 www.lohassc.com

Bluewater Panglao Resort and Spa Danao, Panglao Island, Bohol 6338.416 0695/416 0696 www.bluewater.com.ph

EXCELLENT LOCATION For Rent or Sale 44 sqm. apartment at Ethos Bloc in A.S. Fortuna Street 1 bedroom loft - fully furnished and brand new Php 25,000.00/month

BELO MEDICAL GROUP Level 1, The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu Tel. No. 6332. 234 2356 Mobile. No. 63. 917 552 6986 www.belomed.com

Please call Lor at (032) 415-8597 to arrange viewing

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CLUBS, VENUES & RESTAURANTS

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SumoSam

Darras+Bowler

La Maison Rose

Linea Restaurant & Lounge

Nonki

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Darras+Bowler Unit 1&2 Crossroads Mall, Banilad Cebu City www.dplusbwines.com Tel No. 6332. 233 0832 Go for: varied wine selection Price Range: PP La Maison Rose 371 Gorordo Ave., Lahug, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 268 5411 Cuisine: French Specialty: beef bourguignon, French lechon Price Range: PPP SUMOSAM Lvl 1, The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park Tel. No. 6332. 401 0643 Mobile No. 63. 917 795 7562 Cuisine: Japanese Opens from 11:00am - 11:00pm daily

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Maya Crossroads, Banilad, Cebu City www.theabacagroup.com Tel. No. 6332. 238 9552, 238 9618 Cuisine: Mexican Specialty: pescado vera cruz, enchiladas de queso y pollo Price Range: PPP

Abaca Punta Engaño Road, Mactan, Cebu www.theabacagroup.com Tel. No. 6332 495 3461, 236 0311 Cuisine: Mediterranean Specialty: braised lamb shank, sea bass fillet, six-hour pork belly, chicken tagine Price Range:PPP

Ginza J. Panis St., Banilad, Cebu City www.ginzarestaurant.ph Tel. No. 6332 232 5406 Cuisine: Japanese Specialty: fish head, beef, fried rice Price Range: PPP

Linea Restaurant & Lounge E-Bloc, IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City www.linearestobar.com Tel. No. 6332. 520 2299, Mobile. No. 63. 932 271 9926 Cuisine: international Specialty: pasta, pizza, salmon, grilled tilapia with curry Price Range: PP

Nonki A.S. Fortuna St., Banilad, Mandaue City Tel. No. 6332. 422 3159 Cuisine: Japanese Specialty: sushi and sashimi, tempura, ramen noodles Price Range: PPP

Laguna Garden Cafe

A Café Crossroads, Banilad, Cebu City www.theabacagroup.com Tel. No. 6332, 505 5692 Cuisine: modern American food Specialty: burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks Price Range: PPP Pizzeria Michelangelo

Laguna Garden Café/ Café Laguna Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu Business Park www.cafelaguna.com Tel. No. 6332. 231 0922, Mobile. No. 63. 922 233 8602 Cuisine: Filipino Specialty: kare-kare, lengua, paella, beefsteak Price Range: PP Café Georg G/F MLD Bldg., Banilad, Cebu City www.cafegeorg.com Tel. No. 6332. 234 0887 Cuisine: Asian, Mandarin and Filipino Specialty: fresh tomato and basil pasta, Singapore-styled fish Price Range: PP Pizzeria Michelangelo Paseo Saturnino, Maria Luisa Rd. Banilad, Cebu City Tel. No. 6332. 236 4297 Hola España, Punta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu City Tel. No. 6332. 340 5119 Cuisine: Italian Specialty: Biancanavy pizza Price Range: PP

PRICE RANGES: PPP = PHP 500+ per person. PP = PHP 500 or less per person. P = PHP 150 and below per person. Prices not including drinks.

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