Panagbenga Festival Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:12
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The annual flower festival is one of the city's most awaited events. Panagbenga, which means "season of blooming", celebrates the city's abundance of colorful blooms. It is marked by a parade, performances, and traditional activities.

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Narda's Handwoven Arts & Crafts Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:11
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Narda's Handwoven Arts & Crafts is more than a souvenir and gift shop - it has contributed significantly to the revival of Cordilleran textiles, particularly the Cordilleran Ikat weave. Established in 1972 by family planning nurse Narda Capuyan, the award-winning products have been showcased and exported to different parts of the world. Its main store in Baguio carries a wide range of contemporary handwoven items that range from apparel to home decor and more.

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Museo Kordilyera Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:11
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This ethnographic museum is one of the latest additions to Baguio's heritage destinations. Located within and managed by the University of the Philippines Baguio, it showcases Cordilleran culture through a "repository of the tangible and intangible", displayed via modern educational installations that lets guests immerse in the region's rich history and culture.

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Mt. Cloud Bookshop Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:10
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Browse through a carefully curated selection of local titles, independent publications, and reference books on Cordilleran culture at Mt. Cloud. The bookshop also serves as a space for seasonal events.

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Mount Costa Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:09
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Be transported back to simpler days in any of Mount Costa's 24 landscaped gardens. This outdoor tourist destination in La Trinidad, Benguet features well-manicured gardens nestled within misty surroundings that have made it a popular destination for photoshoots and leisurely strolling.

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Le Chef at the Manor Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:08
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Savor the flavors of fine Mediterranean cuisine at Le Chef. Established by Chef Billy King, who is known to have brought fine dining to Manila, it offers seasonal buffets and special meal sets.

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Choco-late de Batirol Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:06
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Enjoy the cool mountain weather with a cup of traditional hot chocolate in hand. This kitchen garden restaurant serves hot chocolate made batirol-style, where a special wooden stirrer (batirol) is used to stir the mixture until thick. Enjoy it the good old fashioned way, or with a blend of the city's famous strawberries, together with kakanin (rice delicacies) or affordable hot meals.

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Casa Vallejo Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:06
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This boutique hotel is Baguio City's oldest known hotel, with its original structure dating back to the early 1900s. In 1923, the then dormitory was converted into a hotel that has become known for its lush pine views, cozy ambiance, and fine food offerings in its in-house restaurant, Hill Station.

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Cafe By The Ruins Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:05
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This classic cafe offers authentic Cordilleran food with a flourish. Having established its flagship branch in 1988, it is known for its rustic interiors and local cuisine that makes the most out of seasonal produce and ingredients. It also offers vegetarian-friendly options.

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Bamboo Eco Park Review

Submitted by sandy on Thu, 11/17/2022 - 23:04
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Enter the Bamboo Eco Park and be whisked away to a zen haven. It is known for its resemblance to Japan's Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, with a well-established walking path lined with thick bamboo clusters inside the St. Francis Xavier Seminary.

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