What’s So Great about Tuna Kinilaw?

When you go to the Philippines especially in Mindanao and you wish to try the unique delicacy of the place, Tuna Kinilaw will always be a top-notch recipe that has been a favorite among locals and foreign visitors across time.

Tuna Kinilaw can be tasted in Davao City, General Santos City or any place in the Philippines where abundant supply of fresh tuna are available. This is a raw Tuna fish meat that is soaked in vinegar and lime juice and doesn't need to be cooked for it to be eaten.

These delicacies which other consider as a sort of an appetizer have contributed greatly to the classic element of Filipino food. So what is so great about Tuna Kinilaw? Here are some of the best reasons why Tuna Kinilaw is a total dining favorite and why many people go craving for it.

• Easy to Prepare 

 If you wish to make your own version of Tuna Kinilaw, you can actually do whatever you like as long as you followed the basic steps in preparing the main ingredient, the Tuna fish meat. By soaking the cubes of tuna meat in Vinegar and Lime juice, you can now easily add any fresh ingredients such as cucumber, chili, bell pepper or any ingredients that you think would fit well with the preparation and presentation.

 Just make sure that the Tuna you are using is freshly sliced because if it is not fresh, your tongue will fill itchy and you can taste some unnecessary flavor. The acidity of the vinegar will be responsible in cooking the meat thus giving you less time to prepare and more time to have fun.

• Good Appetizer

Aside from its easy preparation, Tuna Kinilaw is also a very good appetizer. Once you have started eating it, your mouth will be craving for more and your other set of food will be enhanced because of its salad characteristics. That’s why many people require having a Tuna Kinilaw on the table along with other viand as it will help make your stomach lively as you are eating.

• Good for the Health 

 Since the primary ingredient of this delicacy is Tuna, rest assured that you will not only get good flavor but also health benefits. Tuna meat is enriched with omega-3 fatty acids which are a good supervisor in making your heart in good condition thus keeping you away from unnecessary blood clotting and heart attacks.

• Presentation 

In presenting the salad, you can do whatever you prefer to make the plating of Tuna Kinilaw presentable. Some people prefer to make it simple looking just by mixing it while others prefer to put some other ingredients to add to the color of the presentation.

• Served in Any Occasion 

Tuna Kinilaw is not like other delicacies that will only be served in some specific occasions. Tuna Kinilaw can be eaten even if you are only having a beer night with your friends and some even eat it for some simple dining. But of course, since it is the people’s favorite, Tuna Kinilaw is also present in very big occasions.

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Great Things About Davao

Many of us are unlikely to stay more than a few days in Davao City. Many people believe that there are only few things that you can find interesting in its locality. Having that said, majority of tourists from across the globe would put the city least on their travel itineraries.  

One thing that people forget is that recognizing a certain spot is not about the view and the people alone. There are significant things that should be considered when it comes to choosing your ideal tourist destination. Let’s try to dig deeper on the essence of real tourism; have you experienced something mind blowing in the place? Have you seen some strange things that give you total momentum? How about having a one of a kind experience that is unique in the place? With all those qualifications mentioned, there’s no doubt Davao City is a total spot to spend with.  

Aside from the peaceful and clean characteristics of tourism in Davao, there’s something great and strange that you can find as you roam around not only on the downtown city but also among the county sides and inner attractions.

• Ponce Suits

If you can’t take the sweat dripping adventure and is seeking for comfort in the midst of the city’s creativity, then try to take a stroll at the Ponce Suits. If you think this is just an ordinary museum, then you are definitely wrong. Ponce Suits is a hotel and restaurant establishment created by the fine and artistic hands of one of Philippine’s most promising artists. 

Kublai Milan established the hotel not only for the sake of the people’s comfort and hospitality but also to showcase his works of arts. This hotel is considered one of the strangest looking hotels in the world with its world-class amenities that will surely make you wow. From the ceiling, to the walls down to the floor, you can see full-scale art gallery wherein majority are made from recycled materials.

• Gap farm

If you ask any Davao citizen, you’ll know that they are pretty familiar about Gap Farm. This theme park is considered one of the oldest and the strangest parks ever existed in Davao City. Aside from the greeneries and fruit farm that occupies the whole place, you can also find a hill full of Statues that presents Monsters and Hideous Creatures that reflects Filipino folklore and myths.

• Japanese Tunnel

The Japanese Tunnel is a treasured place that will show you the Tunnel made by Japanese soldiers during their occupation in the city during the 40’s. It was an amazing attraction that would make you duck and breathe along your visit to complete the long and strange labyrinth of warfare.

• The Durian

Aside from those strange attractions, here’s one thing that does not only presents tourism in Davao but will also tell you that indeed the place is filled with strangeness in a most interesting way. Durian is the kind of fruit that has a very unlikely odor but considered a favorite among people not only in Davao but across the world. Can you imagine yourself eating something with a strange smell? 

Maybe you should try eating one now!

Have Sherbet Dates in Davao’s Finest Ice Cream Parlors

Summer or not, Filipinos love the heavenly taste of “sorbetes” or ice cream. This sweet and cold delight has been part of our lives; birthdays, anniversaries or even just a simple day. Indeed, ice cream can be enjoyed by everyone.

Davao City, apart from being the hub of business and leisure, it also houses good chill out place none other than ice cream parlors. As the metro is known for being the durian capital of the Philippines, many local and foreign businessmen have invested to establish ice cream parlors here. Like any other southeast asian nations, Davao has its version of durian ice cream and these parlors even made a twist to its distinct flavour.

So, when you come to Davao, better make sure to visit the city’s finest ice cream parlors and of course, our very own durian ice cream.

Fiorgelato Ice Cream

Produced by Milkin Corporation, Fiorgelato opened up its first franchise here in Davao at Victoria Plaza. The delectable ice cream was made 100% of pure Italian ingredients. Now, it has opened stalls at Gaisano mall and SM City.

Mochi: Japanese Ice Cream

We know that all of us have heard about Japan’s sweet ice cream delight, the mochi or better known also as ice cream cake. This foreign delight have definitely fit the Filipino palate.

Mochi is a sweet, round-shaped ice cream (more like a cold hopia) coated in sticky colorful rice. It is a traditional dessert served in various Japanese occasions. Ingredients used in making these heavenly dessert are all pure and all of it are infused with varied flavours.

The sticky rice covering the ice cream do not only add flavour but it keeps the ice cream being covered inside to have longer time to melt. Mochiko at SM Annex Ecoland is one of the stores that sells these mochis.

Ice Giants

Hail! Iceberg has come to town...just kidding. Ice Giants is the perfect place to go to when heat is extreme, even when it’s not summer. Eat your heart out together with friends and loved ones as you happily devour gargantuan servings of ice cream delights. Yes, the ice cream parlor is famous for serving different ice cream flavours especially Durian in a large bowl. Apart from that, the shop also serves solo sherbet delights that you can choose from their menu.

Gelato Mania

The taste from Italy has loved by many Davaoeños and with that, another Italian ice cream parlor was born, Gelato Mania. Located at F. Torres Avanceña Street, ATT Complex, it served fresh flavoured gelatos made by 2 Italian chefs. Moreover, these two chefs namely Cesare and Francesco are hands on in welcoming as well serving the customers coming in for a treat! Of course, as always, Durian gelato is always available.

Indulge yourself for a heavenly delight and come to Davao and have a sherbet date with your friends and loved ones.

Going Extreme Here in Davao: Adrenaline Rush Adventure Awaits

Davao City never fails to offer tourists splendid places to visit to. Apart from being the prime hub of business and leisure, there are so many activities to do while tourists are here. And if thrill and adrenaline pumping adventures is what you seek, then Davao can offer you that.

Zip lining, mountain climbing, wakeboarding, slip and sliding and white water rafting are among the coolest, “scream-our-lungs-out” and breath taking adventures that the city is known for the fearless and adventurous. All these activities can be indulge in at a very budget friendly price. So, without further protest, we have enlisted the right places to go to on trying these adventures.

Zip Line Thrill

Zip City and Outland Extreme Adventure Park (Ma-a Diversion Road) and Eden Nature Park (Bayabas Toril)

Experience the rush of adrenaline in your system as you visit two of the most popular outdoor adventure parks here in Davao. Located along Ma-a Diversion Road and Eden Nature Park which is a 45 minutes to 1 hr and 15 minutes ride from the city proper, Zip City and Outland Adventure offers worth spending zip line rides.

Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the lavish greeneries via ziplining; carrying you from one point to another.

Contact Numbers

Eden Nature Park

Location: Eden Mountain Resort, Davao City

+63 82 299-1020, +63 82 296-0791

+639189307590

info@edennaturepark.com.ph

Zip City

Brgy. Langub, Davao City

221 - 7823 or 286 - 8883

+639236586048

davaowildwater@yahoo.com

Outland Adventure

Diversion Road, Maa

(082) 224-5855 and (082) 321-2060

outland_adventure@hotmail.com

Mountain Climbing

Conquer two of  the most highest peak in Mindanao: Mt. Apo and Mt. Talomo. Be amazed with what Mother Nature brought to us as you reach the zenith of these mountains. Mt. Apo held its cone up high and boastfully stands at 10,311 feet above sea level whereas Mt. Talomo is at 8,534 feet.

Trek these summits and feast your eyes on a never ending flora and fauna, creeks, ridges and waterfalls. Of course, climbing these majestic wonders requires a lot of preparation and lead by experienced guides.

Check Edge Outdoor Specialist Facebook Page for more info. Contact number (082) 300 0384 and email address edge.outdoors@yahoo.com.ph.

Water Thrill Adventures

Maxima Slip and Slide

Maxima Resort at Island Garden City of Samal offers beach adventurists one of a kind thrill- it’s their slip and slide in their big blue tarp. Take this ride to plunge into the sea waters by sliding in the blue tarp. And in one fast swift, you go in projectile motion and drop into the water. Definitely a thrilling episode.

DECA Wakeboarding

Since wakeboarding has taken Philippines by storm, no wonder Davao has also been considered to be one of the top wakeboarding spots that tourist must come and take the ride. Wakeboarding is an extreme sport that is getting popular not only for the foreign tourists but as well with many Davaoeños.

DECA Wakeboard Park

Tacunan, Mintal, Davao City, Philippines

(082) 3046005 / (082) 2864078

info@xtremewakeinc.com

White Water Rafting

Prep up to get wet and wild and enjoy rough white water rafting here in Davao! This sheer adventure will really get one’s heart racing- erratically beating as the boat roughly sails in the water and bumps on the rocks!

Davao White Water Rafting Company

Davao Crocodile Park Compound, Riverfront Corporate City,

(+6382) 221 7823 & (+6382) 286 1055

Want to try and surprise yourself when you have conquered these kinds of adventures? Come and have fun now here in Davao! You won’t surely regret coming here.

Budget-Friendly Hotels in Davao

Davao Tourism continuously grows as more tourists coming to see magnificent views and experience adventure in Davao. For the benefit of our lovely site visitors who are planning to go to Davao and looking for great hotels, casas and inns at a budget friendly price, we enlist here the top 5 cheap ones that you can book. More importantly, it’s better to stay near the heart of the metro as this can be the easiest access to transportations and many great views and places in and out of Davao.

• Legaspi Suites

Legaspi suites is located in the heart of the metro; near People’s park and surrounded by many business establishments. It has 20 spacious rooms with LCD cable TV; available in premier, deluxe and suite. Amenities includes hot and cold shower, wifi access, bed and breakfast and boutiques.

• Casa Leticia

Like Legaspi Suites, it’s located near the People’s Park. Casa Leticia exudes elegance and class rendering customers comfy and agreeable accommodations at a budget friendly price. Catering business people and tourists alike, Casa Leticia boast off their exquisitely designed rooms. Equipped with standard amenities like LCD TV, hot and cold showers, Duvet beds, wifi access- all for the fun and comfort of beloved customers.

• My Hotel

At a fraction of a cost, one can simply enjoy the luxuries of a 5 star hotel. Stay in one of the prime hotels here in Davao at My Hotel. Also located in the heart of the metro, My Hotel prides itself as the “home-away-from-home”. Definitely live up to its tagline by servicing customers comfortable home-like room services.

• Casa de Habana

Feel the comforts of the home secluded in a very nice room; yes, Casa de Habana has it all with a modern twist. Located at the heart of the metro and has easy access on all urban establishments from restaurants, cafes and places to unwind in the daylight and enjoying the nightlife. All rate of accommodations and amenities are budget-friendly guaranteed! Visit them at 29 Rizal Street, Paseo de Habana with contact numbers (082) 227-0965 and 300-4968.

• Bagobo House Hotel

A microtel in the lively urbane with a native theme. Bagobo House Hotel has a touch of the comforts of your own home, lavished with clean and relaxing design. With 36 air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi access, easy accessibility to business establishments, Bagobo House Hotel is a good place to stay.

Come and have fun now here in Davao! Davao tourism has a lot to offer. Enjoy the sceneries for longer days by booking at the most budget friendly inns, hotel, apartelles and casas. One will never even have a single regret to venture an escapade in one of the lovely cities here in the Philippines.

Check their room rates are less than 5-Thousand Pesos per night. Go to their official websites for other inquiries.

Top 8 Places in Davao Travellers Must Not Miss!

If you are in for excitement and been wanting to chill and wild in an ultimate tropical holiday, then Davao City is the perfect place for you! Yes, the beautiful metro in the Philippines where not only the locals enjoy fun business and leisure but as well the tons of tourists coming over again and again for unlimited unforgettable life experiences. Truly, “Life is here” in Davao.

So, without further ado, we enlist here the top 10 places in Davao tourists should not miss to visit. Beautiful locations and sceneries for the best getaway experiences:

1. Wildlife at Philippine Eagle Center

Davao is not only known for being the Durian City but also for catching the famous glimpse of the coveted and nearly extinct Philippine Eagle. Pagasa is the famous avian specie to have been taken cared of by the wildlife center. There are 36 Philippine eagles and 10 other bird species. Moreover, the center is home to various wildlife creatures and the environment there is enticing; ideal for educational trips.

2. Davao Crocodile Park

Another wildlife sanctuary to visit to here in Davao is the Davao Crocodile Park. From the name of the place itself, it is home to the most wildest creatures known to men. The crocodile park’s history started just a mere fascination on petting and caring crocodiles and have grown into a lucrative business and a wildlife preserve that is home to both freshwater and saltwater crocodiles. Apart from that, it is also home many flora and faunas.

3. Being one with nature at Eden Nature Park

Eden Nature Park can be considered as the mini Baguio in the heart of metro. The cool and breezy environment entices locals and tourists living in the urbans to chill and relax and feast their eyes on the majestic mountain views. Going here is a good idea because one does not only experience nature but as well adventures, leisures and native cultures. Even romance can be celebrated in this beautiful haven.

4. Fun at the People’s Park

One of Davao’s tourist magnet and as well pride, the People’s Park. This cultural themed park is located at the center of the city and boast off its life-sized sculpture made by the proud Davaoeño artist Kublai Milan. The 4 hectare park is favorite place for joggers, bikers and health buffs. During the weekends, the place is crowded with people going for fun and exciting morning exercise.

5. Heavenly Paradise at Samal Island

The Island Garden City of Samal is one of the hottest summer tourist spot in the Philippines; even if it’s not summer, the tourism here is in demand. If you want to take a break from the urban, then this paradise island is a suregetaway. It can easily be accessed through Davao City via riding barges. Moreover, the island has many island resorts, public and private that can accommodate many guests.

6. Majestic Mt. Apo

This famous Philippine mountain is not only exclusive in Davao. Going for an adventure here can be accessed even in Kidapawan and Bukidnon. Here, extreme adventurists can find the largest and “foulest” smelling flower, the Rafflesia. Extensive planning before going there is a must and there are many mountaineering and adventure clubs that tourists can contact when having breathtaking good time in Mt. Apo.

7. Nightlife in Davao

Of course, Davao City is a lively urbane not only known for the lovable and hospitable locals. Tourists can enjoy the vibrant nightlife in the city. Dance your way to many nightlife adventures at MTS (Matina Town Square), Damosa Gateway (Lanang) and clubs at Obrero, Rizal, Anda and all city streets in the heart of metro. Jive with the music and swim into the unlimited boozes. Davaoeños knows how to live great fun in the city.

8. Extreme Adventures in Metro Davao

Davao City also boasts of great extreme activities that individuals craving for adrenaline rush. If you are lover of water sports, come to Deca Wakeboard Park and speed around the man made lagoon. If you are beachy, head to Maxima and go for a slip and slide in the biggest tarpaulin slide and plunging into the waters. If you want to fly like superman, Zip City and Outland Adventure’s Xcelerator gives you the thrill you are looking for.

What are you waiting for now? Book a flight and come to Davao! Experience a one of a kind adventure that awaits you here. Life is fun here in Davao.