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Thank you Bloggers specially from Mindanao, because of your positive blog post about our area it helps our country to end the travel ban in some Europe countries and Japan. Let's keep on blogging for them to know what's really in the Philippines and it's not what they think.

This week we had our meeting for Blogfest, update on the 4th Mindanao Bloggers Summit and eyeball with Wilma Villanueva a Dubai based filipina, the Author of POSTCRIPTS FROM MINDANAO. She decided to write this book so that other countries will know how beautiful and peaceful Mindanao is.

GO MINDANAO!!

Orange Bistro

If you are looking for a place with cozy ambiance, nice interiors, homey, offer free wifi and very friendly staff come and visit Orange Bistro. It is a perfect place to visit with your family and friends. Did you know that Orange Bistro is one of my favorite place in Gensan?

Gensan Bloggers had another Plurk Fiesta Eyeball last March 28, 2009 led by Avel Manansala known as Bariles to his blog. It was held at Orange Bistro. A blogger from Davao Mr. Blogie Robillo was able to join us. Thanks to Philip Teng (owner) our sponsor. I was mesmerized with the food being served. The presentation was colorful which makes it more attractive. We enjoyed so much the great meal and those are Nachos, Angels Hair Pomodoro, Dumplings, Spaghetti Meat Sauce, Orange Bistro Burger, Special Orange Ice Tea and Flavored Vegetarian Plate. Price are very affordable too.

Gensan Bloggers

Cakes Php 85.00 to 120.00

Dumplings Php 215.00 Special Orange Ice Tea Php 50.00

Spaghetti Meat Sauce P 95.00 Nachos P 220.00

They have also a Function Rooms for Wedding, Debut, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Seminars and Trade Exhibit.

Everytime I am in a restaurant I always checked the comfort room. It is a plus factor for me if they give effort to make the comfort room nice, clean, with hand washing area and with toilet tissue. Worry no more because Orange Bistro provides a comfy comfort room.

Orange Bistro is located at J. Catolico Avenue, corner Geronimo St., Lagao, General Santos City. You can reach them at (083) 301-0992 or (083) 301-5555.

Special thanks to Tanchi. I grab few photos from him.

M.U.D. at Generals Brew

Generals Brew
(Photos taken by Leonard Pe)

M.U.D.???? Well, that stands for "Meet Up Day" for bloggers or shall say Plurk addict in General Santos City. It is the 3rd Plurk Fiesta which was held in Generals Brew. We were so elated because we had a complimentary a cup of coffee. Our warmest thanks to the owner Ms. Letty Du.

What's in Generals Brew? It is a newly opened cozy coffee place located at Pioneer Avenue beside Landbank. A very unique place to hang out with your family and friends. It is unique because they have a performer play acoustic guitar. They served something which you can't find to other coffee place. They served Gourmet Coffees, other Beverages, Gourmet Sandwiches (Rye, Ciabbatta and Croissant) , Combo Meals, Cakes, Pasta, Green Salads, Breakfast meals and Kakanin. If you want to make a reservation or inquiry you can reach them at 0922-899-9423.

Ham and Cheese with Ice Tea

Triple Whammy

Good news for the early birds because they got a cool pen from Donna Mae Congson. I got one, thanks! It should be all of us could have a pen but since we are so many and the pen are only limited, we decided only early birds can get a pen. Sorry for the late comers better luck next time. And of course, a calendar and informative complimentary magazine from Avel Manansala known as "Bariles" to his blog. Thanks a lot!

GENSAN Bloggers

As the tradition, bloggers always took a bunch of photos for them to post it to their blog. But the most favorite part for M.U.D was the eating session. Come on guys don't deny that. *winks*

It's another memorable night for the bloggers and a fruitful one. Looking forward to see you again on the next M.U.D.

SOCCSKSARGEN Plurkies/Bloggers at Blugre'

It was 26th of February I got SMS from Sir Avel to join the PLURK FIESTA among the other plurkies/bloggers of GenSan at Blugre' coffee shop. The Agenda was: 1st Soccsksargen Bloggers Eyeball . It was my first time to meet them all in person though I had met them already in blogosphere except to Kuya Avel since I've met him during MBS2 .

Here are the list for those who attend:

1. Avel Manansala - Bariles

2. Sheng Marie

3.Gilbert Tan - knowread knowrite

4. Loreen Buenavista - Samara Fae

5. Jessamin Gepte - jes

6. Kristan Jan Q. Franco - Tanchi

7. Mario Pison, Jr. - Rammyboi

8. leonardpe

9.Kyawster

10. Mommy Blogger - Jinky

I had a great time meeting you all. You guys ROCK! Can't wait on the next M.U.D. ( Meet up Day)..

The Success of 2nd Mindanao Bloggers Summit

I had fun during the 2nd Mindanao Bloggers Summit. It was a huge success. Great speakers with superb presentation, freebies -wohhaa! great sashimi night cocktails. I've learned a lot from this Summit. The importance of this summit or shall I say blogging is informing people about what's going on in Mindanao not only Mindanao but worldwide. Most participants were from General Santos City , Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Zamboanga and guests from Manila. Mostly of the participants were newbie in blogosphere.

Got a lot of shots and met a lot of new friends. Finally I met in person Kuya Avel Manansala aka Bariles , Hector M. and lot more. Here are some of the photos.

My souvenir from 2nd Mindanao Bloggers Summit at Family Country Hotel, General Santos City - October 25-26, 2008

25 minutes before the program start

from right ( Joana, Ice, Josh and I)

from left ( Blogie Robillo, Avel Manansala , Josh, Iceah, Kuya Nelson and I)

My new Mindanao Online Media friends

My ever favorite Sashimi =)

Hector Minoza family

General Santos City Photos

I'm on my way to culinary training while taking this shots. I took few photos of General Santos City. This is the place where I was born and grew up. It's a small and peaceful city.

Sydney Hotel

Roxas Blvd.

Post Office

Plaza ( Flower's display)

YAMAN-GENSAN CELEBRATION

June 23 - July 22. This is devoted for the celebration of the business month in General Santos City. The Undertaking is now popularly known as the Yaman-Gensan Celebration. At center stage during this period are business conferences and meetings, traders and exhibits. This is not only intended to showcase the different products of Gensan and Mindanao as a whole ; to give support to SMEs but also, and most importantly, to develop and enhance the culture of entrepreneurship among the people. In line with this , the celebration is culminated by honoring the city's most outstanding entreprenuers through the annual Yaman Awards.

Visitor's Guide

I get addicted into making Blogs. I was thinking why not make one all about General Santos City. I texted my friend Dianne Acharon who works in Department of Tourism. I asked a favor from her if I can get some information all about Gensan and maybe she can give me some fliers. I was so happy because I got a response from her right away that I could come and visit her anytime. That day in the the late afternoon I went to her office. She gave me a "Visitor's Guide" , map and a lot more information. One of her colleague Jing Velos showed me some of his wonderful photographs in Gensan. I was really amazed how he captured those moments and perfectly done. His really good. He told me I can use his photographs for my Blogs. And I am happy to share it with you guys. I will start as soon as I can my Blog all about Gensan. Please be update and would be happy to hear from you. Feel free to browse anytime and leave some comments.