VICTOR SECUYA's ‘Memories of my Father’s Farm’ Kadayawan Exhibit and Indulgent Buffet at Waterfront Insular Hotel

ART Insights, 60 essays on art and life 

by Victor Secuya and Celia Castillo

Art breathes life, embrace it. – Victor Secuya

I was privileged to be at the 10-piece series preview exhibition of one of the prolific abstract artists of the country, Victor Secuya on Thursday.

The exhibit was launched in time for Kadayawan. The vibrant, spirited and stimulating pieces also signal a festive vibe at Waterfront Insular Hotel. Dubbed as ‘Memories of my Father’s Farm’, the art series is the artist’s tribute to his father. The subjective forms conveyed on the pieces represent the elements of the farm culled from his recollection of his tender years when he was introduced by his father to the fundamentals of nature.

Park Inn Davao's Fiesta sa Banig Offering this Kadayawan

RBG Bar and Grill at Park Inn by Radisson Davao joins the whole Davaolandia in celebrating Kadayawan by offering festive dining specials that’s fashioned out of the bounties of Davao.

Dubbed as ‘Fiesta sa Banig’, this Kadayawan special comes in a set of all-time Filipino favorites served on a traditional and colorful native mat set-up that compliment a festive Kadayawan feel. 

foodpanda highlights 2 C’s of Online food Delivery this rainy season

While foodpanda’s online food delivery has so much to offer, it's still seeking to provide better services to its customers in terms of comfort and convenience. foodpanda will continue bringing good food to all foodies in this rainy season.

The weather is very unpredictable these days - from the prickling heat in the morning and intense rain and thunderstorms in the afternoon or the other way around. And with the constant change of weather, people tend to not leave home and just look for a comfortable and convenient way to grab a quick eat to avoid flooded road congestions or dreadful traffic jams.

Marco Polo Davao's Fashion and Fusion 4 features NIñOFRANCO

Fashion and Fusion is Marco Polo Davao’s way of celebrating culture and arts that embraces local talents and highlights local culinary flavors. Now on its fourth year, Fashion and Fusion also kick-starts the hotel's Kadayawan mood as it now showcases distinct tribal and indigenous pieces on display at the lobby that made-up the whole Kadayawan feels.

Putting Together Gifts Inside The Basket

A  gift  basket  offers  a way  to say that you care about someone with a few personalized items that the  person  might  enjoy.  When  you're  making  the  basket,  there  are a  few  tips to keep in mind to create a gift that is substantial with the items that you include. Themed gourmet food gift baskets are often easier to make because you have a base to begin with, such as a basket that includes coffees and cookies or baked goods. Wine is also a good item to put in a basket as well as sparkling cider if the person doesn't drink alcoholic beverages. 

How To Make Friends As An Adult

Having a good group of friends is important at any stage of life. However, it can be much harder to achieve when you are an adult. Although you are sure to be interacting with new people on a regular basis, you might be finding it difficult to connect with them on a deeper level. If this is the case, you will need to work your way through the following three steps. They will help you to feel more positive about the process of making friends as an adult. No matter your current lifestyle or your levels of confidence, you still have a chance to build important and lasting friendships. 

Seda Abreeza is FESTIVE AT FIVE this Kadayawan 2018

Seda Abreeza GM Ken Kapulong (in blue suit) 

led a toast to a fruitful Kadayawan Festival!

Seda Abreeza merges its year-long 5th anniversary celebration with the much awaited Kadayawan Festival. Davao’s urban lifestyle hotel partners with Philippine Eagle Foundation, TADECO, Malagos Cheeses, and Malagos Chocolates to bring the festivities on a higher note this Kadayawan 2018. 

With a promising celebration and set of activities for all Davaoeños and its tourists this Kadayawan Festival, Seda Abreeza has come up with its own exciting offerings to match the hype: an on-going tradition for the sustainability and preservation of wildlife for its room promotions, and a number of specialty drinks, dishes, and spreads with Davao’s finest products.