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Villar honors Sendong victims with Memorial T

Story By: CHRISTINE H. CABIASA, Correspondent Photos by: SHAUN ALEJANDRAE YAP UY, Editor-in-Chief

o honor the memory of the Sendong victims, Senator Manny Villar and Cynthia Villar of the Villar Foundation led the blessing and dedication ceremony of the Sendong Memorial at Golden Haven Memorial Park, Bulua, October 25. The 716-square meter Sendong Memorial is made up of travertine and black granite base and features an ascending circular marker in the middle, accented with a water fountain. It has 13 pillars carved with names of confirmed dead people and identified casualties caused by typhoon Sendong. “Through the Sendong Memorial,

may we be able to help you pay homage to the memory of your departed ones. The memorial will stand there as a lasting tribute, not to the death, but to the lives of those whom we have lost, to the people who helped Cagayan de Oro recover and to remind us that we should take care of our environment to prevent disasters in the future”, Cynthia Villar, Chairman and Managing Director of Villar Foundation said. Villar adds that typhoon Sendong is a result of

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climate change and deforestation, which shows a pressing need for Filipinos to protect the environment. “The memorial also serves as a reminder of the bitter lessons

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learned from the tragedy, particularly those concerning environment protection.” Villar also recognized the efforts of the local

government for its immediate actions and preventive measures done including the dredging of the Cagayan de Oro River. Local officials, rescuers, survivors, donors and benefactors who have helped the victims both from public and private sectors, members of religious group, people from different academic institutions, and families and relatives of the Sendong victims were present to witness

the event. Remembering that fateful day of December 17, 2011, typhoon Sendong hit Cagayan de Oro and Iligan City and killed more than 1,200 people, hundreds missing, causing P1.3B damage to agriculture, infrastructures, and properties. “Sakit gihapon para sa amo ang nahitabo pero unsaon taman inanha ang kinabuhi, kaluoy sa Ginoo wala mi namatyan pero sakit ug kasubo gayud ang among naagian ug karun pinaagi ana nga memorial, mahinumduman gihapon namu sila”, Lucita Benanlao, one of the Sendong victims shared.

Las Pinas former Rep. Cynthia Villar Managing Director of the Villar Foundation, Rep. Isidro Lico of Ating Koop Party List , Senator Manny Villar, Cagayan de Oro City Vice Mayor Caesar Ian Acenas , Misamis Oriental Second District Representative Bambi Emano, and Cagayan de Oro City Councilor Dante Pajo lead the inaugural cutting of ribbon of the Sendong Memorial on Thursday.

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Art in Focus

ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit: Renaissance of Cagay-anon Artists Story and Photos by ROSELYN PAGLINAWAN, Correspondent

day before the launching of ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit- Molding Realities I was uncertain with how would I be able to feature the exhibit. Just to be honest, I didn’t have enough idea what’s a digital art exhibit is all about. Funny, I forgot I can G it. Our professor use to remind us once we are hesitant we can simply Google it. In a tip of our hands we can get accessed to any information with today- high technologies and through Wi-Fi. How about the unsung Artists in Cagayan de Oro? How would they be able to relay the message of existence which they have been craving for? You must be wondering by now but before that, what is Digital painting? Got an idea? According to Wikipedia it is an emerging art form in which traditional painting techniques such as watercolor, oils, impasto, etc. are applied using digital tools by means of a computer, a digitizing tablet and stylus, and software. Friday, October 26, was the day I been waiting for, the Digital Art Exhibit. I was in a rush out of excitement. On the way, I found out I don’t have coins for Jeepney fare. Good thing, I dropped by on the food store to grab something for lunch. I arrived on time and there both of the artists were as kind and happy as they welcome my presence. Forgive me but in an instant my eyes were drawn totally to the digital paintings! As a senior Mass Communication Major, I also have an eye and heart when it comes to arts. Enticing isn’t it? I was thrilled with so much gladness! That’s how I felt as I saw each of the art pieces. There’s something so special about it that can’t be defined with a naked eye and words alone. Want to be captivated

like I do? Let’s figured it out together! The Preparation Meet Shy Sevillano. Meet the 22 years-old, bubbly event organizer, an ordinary College student, BSED major in English from Opol. Not only that, she’s also into photography and clothing line and a model of Fashion photo-shoot. Talking with her gave me a hint how importance this exhibit to her. “First, we made some sponsorship letters after that nag canvas mi for the printing and lights, said Estrada” Estrada also stressed that ARTmber event is good for 3 months. “Molding Realities” is their first event. Starting today October 26 to November, the 2nd event is titled “Dire Husi from November 14 to 21 and the third event is the Batik Art Exhibit from Dec. 14 to 22 in the same location at 2nd floor west concourse Limketkai Mall! “I’m excited with the outcome of this event,” she added. The Theme- Molding Realities Catchy! The theme itself creates questions, isn’t it? According to Fadi Ismail, artist, Sculptor and a professional fashion photographer, the theme means its molding reality because they use real people in their art and mold it to dreamy limits. I’m one of a living proof. (Laugh) I was there and I know some of the famous model whose photos included in the ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit. Real photographs are painted and enhanced using Photoshop or any other drawing software. I can guarantee, it’s not an easy job to do. It takes patience, perseverance, discipline, creativity and brilliant minds. Like Rhyan Casiño said that Arts can be express in any form. Read more...

The Artist’s Vision “I’m expecting that people will know God through this art exhibit. The message I want to convey to people will be seen and express through my art pieces and that is a message of love and hope.” I was moved by heart as I heard these words uttered by a 35 year old artist, Rhyan Casiño, the executive director of Dire Husi Initiatives, Inc., Northern Mindanao Representative, National Commission for Culture and Arts- Committee on Visual Arts (NCCA-CVA). Amazing! Now we know Cagayan de Oro is not only a City of Golden Friendship but also a place of exceptional, talented artists. We just have to open our eyes to appreciate the arts they created and will be creating years from now. Moreover, Casino is positive ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit wherein he hoped for everyone to appreciate what’s our City can offer. “Our purpose through this exhibit is to promote digital art. Para ma-aware ang local, ug ang tourist, that Cagayan de Oro is not only limited in painting and photography but also in Digital painting. Arts can be express in any form”, he added. Ryan Casino is also the mentor of Rustie Quintana a famous young painter if you haven’t known him yet. He sings and a member of the 7 Tribes Band an indigenous percussionist, where the band won as the national finalist in the previous year, 2011 season of ABC 5’s Talentadong Pinoy. He also graduated fire dancing. Lucky me, I got to meet Rustie during the exhibit. I did not recognize him at first but I got curious when he was introduced and I was right. He is the same

Rustie whom I came to know from reading article from Newspapers. He is simple, good-looking and down to earth person. The Soulful Art-Getting to Know “Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures,” Henry Ward Beecher. Mirroring from this quote I can relate why Ryan Casiño presented his arts as way to reminds everyone that we are born to worship God as a righteous man. “I believe art is an expression for God’s Glory,” he said. Six of his digital paintings of a pregnant woman are powerful enough to catch the guests’ attention. The Fruit, The Word, Martyrs, The Spirit, Worship and last is The Cross. These titles’ alone indicates the artist is dedicated to send the message of God’s existence in people lives. “I want to walk in the purpose of God as a Christian,” he stated. Heart-stirring truth! I just found out the model of his art images was actually his wife; he was like walking on air, as he told me that his wife give birth to his new born son about 2 weeks ago. Not only that, his baby boy is named “Dihug,” from the Visayan word “Gidihugan- Anointed). “My art exhibit is highly dedicated to my baby, my wife and to God,” he added. If you are a parent or a father, you must have felt the same. All you want is to shout to the whole world how proud you are of finally becoming a dad. Ryan Casiño did well by sending a heart-warming message through his arts. “Artist is messenger,” he exclaimed. Out of breath? You must be as I do as I start recalling the emotion I had looking the eye-popping piece of art. So hold on there’s more to go.

The Artists’ Fans Oh yeah? You’re right! People keep coming and they walk slowly taking their time to look at the arts hang on the wall. I could feel how the harmonies found in Ryan Casiño pieces of Arts captivated the audience. None has escape from child to adult; women and men enjoyed even the visual messages of the arts. “Very nice I like it a lot!” Words of Gladness by David John Payne retired singer, song writer and a guitar player from New York State, USA. Amazing, isn’t it? I was hesitant to approach him and his other half Marialyn Carvero, as they were happily capturing photographs of each other next to the art images. Luckily, they were very friendly the smile I saw on their faces says a lot. Touch by their reaction towards the arts by Rhyan Casino, can’t help but ask them. I could sense how much they love and care for each other. We converse like we’ve known each other for a long time. They share with me the story of how they met here in Cagayan and that they are expecting their first baby to be born in a few months. “We are expecting my first child, a blessing from God. I’m happy to see these arts because my wife also have ultra sound photo of our baby in Facebook. Oops, I have to remain poise! I remember my co-writer Christine Cabiasa expression, “Please Control.” We used to laugh hearing her said that but I never thought I could apply that during my interview, my first interview with the adorable couple as one of Cagayan de Oro Times Correspondent. I’m so honored.

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David John Payne - retired singer, song writer and a guitar player from New York State, USA together with his wife Marialyn Carvero visits ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit at 2nd floor west concourse Limketkai Mall. (Ryan Casiño pieces of Arts)

Guests take time to view the art creation of Ryan Casiño during the ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit at 2nd floor west concourse Limketkai Mall.

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PAF Air Base moving to Lumbia Airport By Mike Baños

If plans push throug h, Cagayan de Oro’s Lumbia Airport will soon be a fullfledged military base. The Philippine Air Force will be moving its 15th Strike Wing from Danilo Atienza Air Base in Sangley Point, Cavite once the Laguindingan Airport in Misamis Oriental becomes operational. The PAF base in Sangley is b e i ng move d to Mindanao to make way for the transfer of general aviation from NAIA to relieve congestion at the country’s premier airport. Manila International A i r p o r t Au t h o r i t y (MIAA) G eneral Manager Jose Angel Honrado recently confirmed in a report f i le d in a nat iona l broadsheet the sequential movement of general aviation services from NAIA to Sangley where the 15th Strike Wing is now headquartered once Lumbia airport’s domestic operations are successfully transferred to the new Laguindingan Airport. The transfers have already been by the Department of National Defense in a Memorandum of Ag re e m e nt w it h t h e Department of Transportation and Communications. The 15th Strike Wing is tasked to conduct tactical air operations in support of Armed Forces of the Philippines units. It has 3 major groups: Tactical, Maintenance and Supply, and Air Base. The Wing's tactical elements

included the 16th, 17th, 18th, and 20th Attack Squadrons and the 25th Composite Attack Squadron. Many of these units were forward deployed under the operational control of the Philippine Air Force's numerous Tactical Operations Groups, including the 10th

TOG which is now operating out of Lumbia airport. The 460th Maintenance and Supply Group and the 590th Air Base Group fulfill the wing’s other functions. The former’s composition include the 461st Field and Depot Maintenance Squadron, 462nd Supply Squadron and the 463rd Avionics Armaments & Maintenance Squadron while the latter group is composed of the 592nd Air Base Squadron, 593rd Engineering Squadron, 594th Air Police Squadron, 595th Motor Vehicle Squadron and 596t h Aero drome

Operation Squadron. The 15th Strike Wing operates the North American Rockwell OV-10A Bronco, SIAI Marchetti SF-260TP/W and McDonnel Douglas 520MG Defender attack choppers, aircraft types which have already been operating out of Lumbia by the 10th TOG. The Aquino administration wants to decongest the NAIA which has been exp eriencing heav y aviation traffic due to the boom in the domestic airline industry brought by the democratization of air travel by budget airlines. Already, fish runs (flights by piston powered aircraft which transport marine pro du c t s f rom t h e provinces to export markets) have been moved to Sangley since May. Honrado said 44 hectares of NAIA are now occupied by general aviation including air charter, air cargo, aviation training, aircraft maintenance, and corporate flight operations. Flying schools will be moving out of the area starting next ye ar but t he s e quent i a l movement requirement of the general aviation services is causing procedural delays in the decongestion of the NAIA. “But we will see still the complete movement of the general aviation, flying schools, and fish runs out of NAIA within the term of President Aquino,” Honrado

The PAF’s 15th Strike Wing will be moving its headquarters from the Danilo Atienza Air Base in Sangley Point, Cavite City to Lumbia Airport in Cagayan de Oro City as soon as the Laguindingan Airport in Misamis Oriental is ready to accommodate civil aviation operations from Lumbia. (Photo Supplied). said, referring to May, 2016. Seven of the PAF’s 12 bases are located in Luzon and has only one base (Benito Ebuen Air Base in Mactan) in the Visayas, home of the 22oth Airlift Wing. At present, Mindanao has four airbases including the Edwin Andrews Air Base (Zamboanga, home of the 530th Composite Tactical Wing), Rajah Buayan Air Base in General Santos International Airport at General Santos, the 10th Tactical Operations Group (TOG) at Lumbia Airport in Cagayan de Oro

and the TOG Sanga-Sanga in Tawi-Tawi. Cagayan de Oro’s Lumbia Airport has a total area of 150 hectares and is located 183 meters (601 ft.) above sea level. It is the second busiest airport in Mindanao in terms of air passenger traffic and cargo volume. It is classified as a Class 1 Principal (Major Domestic) airport by the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and has a 2,454 meter (8,050 ft.) asphalt runway. CAAP -10 figures show it accommodated 12,590

flights; 1,301,502 passengers and 22,244,562 kgs. of cargo in 2011. Meantime, Laguindingan Airport in Misamis Oriental is nearing completion. It is situated some 46 kilometers southwest of Cagayan de Oro and would serve Northern Mindanao and the Lanao areas. With a total area of 417 hectares, it currently has a 2,100 meter (6,888) concrete runway capable of accommodating medium wide body aircraft such as the Airbus A320 on a 24/7 basis.

Power group meets to prioritize MisOr electrification roadmap Cagayan de Oro City – Energy firm STEAG State Power Inc. (SPI) convene d re cently a planning group that will lay down plans to accelerate and prioritize the energization of Misamis Oriental at the sitio level. During a recent coordinating meeting held at the Mallberry Suites, officials f rom SP I , t h e D e p ar t m e nt of Energy (DOE) and electric distribution utilities

C E PA L C O , M O R E S C O 1 and MORESCO II agreed to prioritize Misamis Oriental as recipient of the electrification fund accruing from the e l e c t r i c it y s a l e s of St e a g’s coal-fired power plant in Villanueva. Pursuant to the DOE guidelines, power generating companies set aside one c e nt av o f o r e v e r y k W h o f electricity sales to fund electrification and other

community development programs and projects. Since 2006, Steag has earmarked PhP 31.97 million for the electrification of 39 villages in Region 10, of which 32 are in Misamis Oriental and Cagayan de Oro City. Anabel Elmaga of the D OE Ru r a l E l e c t r i f i c at i on an d Man a ge m e nt D i v i s i on said the identification of t he re c ipi e nt c om mu n it i e s follows the radiating order

from the location of the Steag power plant as provided for in the ER 1-94 guidelines of the D OE. “Priorities are the host communities nearest the power plant of Steag including the host province, then the host Region” Elmaga explained. D at a f rom t h e Nat i on a l Electrification Administration (NEA) showed that there are still 730 potential sitios for energization in Misamis

Oriental, most of these are within the franchise area of MORESCO II (covering the eastern towns of the province). “We are working on the full energization by 2013 of the remaining five sitios in our host communities in Tagoloan and Vi l l anu e v a af te r w h i ch we move on to consider the other neighboring towns i n M i s a m i s O r i e nt a l” s a i d COMREL Manager Ghaye Alegrio.

Fostering Rural Electrification and Energization (FREE) Program: STEAG State Power Inc (SPI) Comrel Manager Ghaye Alegrio (right) reiterates the company’s commitment to help accelerate rural electrification in its host communities in Misamis Oriental during the recently concluded 1st Power Industry Partners Meeting. SPI had so far earmarked PhP 31.97 million for the energization of 39 villages in Northern Mindanao.

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Panasonic Scholarship:

a continuing commitment to nation building

he Panasonic Scholarship Co. Ltd. of Japan, together with the Panasonic Group of companies in the Philippines continues to contribute to nation building through quality education as another batch of deserving Filipino professionals were nominated to receive scholarship grants during the 2013 Panasonic Scholarship awarding ceremony held recently. During the event, the certificates were presented

to the nominees by the Commission on Higher Education executive director IV Atty. Julito D. Vitriolo, Japan Information and Cultural Center of the Embassy of Japan director Kiyoshi Takeuchi, Panasonic Scholarship Co. Ltd. of Japan president Kazuhiro Kawano, and Panasonic Scholarship (Philippines) chairman & Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corporation president Naoya Nishiwaki. The nominees, who were chosen after passing series of tests, interviews, and

assessment of their over-all performance as students or professionals in their respective schools or work are: Aliya Mari D. Adefuin from Laguna; Fatima Joy C. Cruz from Cavite; and John Jewish A. Dominguez from Pangasinan. The three will have the chance to do research and complete master’s degrees in top universities in Japan. Miss Adefuin, who graduated Cum Laude from the University of the Philippines – Los Baños with a bachelor’s degree in Biology will focus her study

on biomedical research, stem cell biology, and neurobiology. Miss Cruz, on the other hand, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from the University of the Philippines – Manila. She is top 6 in the 2010 Chemists Licensure Exam. She intends to enroll in a master’s program focusing on Applied Chemistry and Biochemistry. Mr. Dominguez, who graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of the Philippines –

Diliman with a bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology intends to study on Applied Molecular Microbiology in Japan. The three candidates are expected not only to pursue master’s course in Japan, but also to help promote friendship among countries, and contribute to industrial development. Panasonic Corporation (Japan) established the scholarship program in 1998 to commemorate the Company’s 80th founding anniversary. It is based on

the business philosophy of the late Panasonic Corporation founder, Konosuke Matsushita, who said that the Company’s factories and centers all over the world must gain the right to exist, grow and prosper only if they continue to contribute towards the betterment of society. The program came to the Philippines in 2000. Starting with the first batch of Panasonic scholars in 2001, more than 30 Filipino students have benefited from the program.

BPI’s GIGI MONTINOLA is MAP Management Man of the Year 2012

AURELIO “Gigi” R. MONTINOLA III President and CEO Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

T h e M A NAG E M E N T ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES (MAP) announced recently the selection of Mr. AURELIO “Gigi” R. MONTINOLA III, President and CEO of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), as the “MAP Management Man of the Year 2012” awardee. The “MAP Management Man of the Year” is a prestigious award that MAP bestows on individuals in the business community or government for attaining unquestioned distinction in the practice of management and for contributing to the country’s progress. The conferment of the award to Mr. Montinola fol lowe d a t horoug h, stringent selection process. The distinction of “MAP Management Man of the Year” has only been conferred 36 times in the 45-year history of the award. The criteria for the award include integrity, leadership, and management

qualities; contribution to nation building and values formation; effective stewardship within the confines of the highest standard of business and management practice; among others. Mr. Montinola was chosen for the following: 1. his outstanding stewardship of BPI as a highly successful organization, a socially responsible corporate citizen and a fiduciary firm known for good governance; 2. his contributions in strengthening Philippine professional management practices by exemplifying strong culture of leadership, innovation and customercentricity in the banking sector; 3 . ass ist i ng O ve rs e as Filipino Workers improve the management of their earnings through educational programs in saving, entrepreneurship and financial planning; 4. his active involvement in micro-enterprise

development through the provision of banking services designed specifically for small businesses and the least privileged segments of the Philippine economic pyramid; 5. his central role in expanding BPI financing for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, thereby significantly contributing to national development; 6. leading in the advocacy of financial reforms intended to further insulate the banking system from external shocks, as President of the Bankers Association of the Philippines; and 7. setting an example for Filipino professional managers through a track record of unblemished integrity, professional competence and strong leadership in his banking career. The roster of “MAP Management Man of the Year” awardees include: Washington Z. SyCip (1967), Geronimo Z. Velasco (1977),

Henry A. Brimo (1978), Jose M. Soriano (1979), Cesar E.A. Virata (1981), Jaime V. Ongpin and Vicente T. Paterno (1982), Dante G. Santos (1983), Cesar A. Buenaventura and Roberto T. Villanueva (1985), Jaime Zobel de Ayala (1987), Ramon V. del Rosario, Sr. (1988), Jose B. Fernandez, Jr. (1989), Raul T. Concepcion (1990), Oscar J. Hilado (1991), Alfonso T. Yuchengco (1992), Juan B. Santos (1994), David M. Consunji and Rizalino S. Navarro (1996), Gabriel C. Singson (1998), Delfin L. Lazaro and Henry Sy, Sr. (1999), Oscar M. Lopez (2000), Tony Tan Caktiong (2002), Jesus P. Tambunting (2003), Rafael B. Buenaventura (2004), Manuel V. Pangilinan (2005), George S. K. Ty and Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala (2006), Jose L. Cuisia Jr. (2007), Antonino T. Aquino and Jesus P. Estanislao (2009), Lilia B. de Lima and Ramon R. del Rosario, Jr. (2010), and Erramon Aboitiz (2011).

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Agriculture Updates

Broiler, Swine Situation Report released Cagayan de Oro City – TO equip stakeholders with adequate knowledge on the broiler and swine industries, the Livestock Sector Division (LSD) of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-10) hosted a Broiler and Swine Information and Early Warning System (BSI-EWS) Consultative Meeting with the Private Agribusiness (PAB) Sector on October 23, 2012, held at PhilTown Hotel, in this city. During the assembly, the BSI-EWS Regional Project Team has presented a situation report for the broiler and swine industries alike. On one hand, the broiler situation report consists of data such as inventory by chicken type, by province, volume of production, volume of dressed chicken, inventory in cold storages, commodity flow and retail prices. On the other hand, the swine situation report covers data like inventory by farm type, age classification, volume of production, inventory of frozen pork, commodity flow, and monthly average farmgate and retail prices. Mr. Rosalio M. Lorono, Supervising Agriculturist of LSD, DA-10, explained that there is a need to conduct a consultative meeting with the members from the PAB sector as the generated reports will serve as a forecasting tool to predict trends affecting the said industries. These, he added, can capably project estimates in terms of demand in the future, allowing broiler and swine breeders and integrators to deliver just the right quantity of products

over a period of time, thereby avoiding the waste of investments. Situation reports have shown that Northern Mindanao is a key player in the broiler and swine industries, considering the notable supply that the region sends to other parts throughout the country. An overall of 6,052 metric tons of dressed chicken was shipped from the region to other areas, allocating Manila with a big share of 54%. Retail price of dressed chicken during the first semester of 2012 was higher compared to the same period in 2011, posting the highest price in March at P 121.59 and the lowest in January at P 119.15. Of the total 6,052 metric tons distribution of dressed chicken, 54% was shipped out to Manila, followed by Cebu (27%), Ormoc (7%), Bohol (7%) and the remaining 1% to other provinces. Reports have further revealed that the farmgate price of hog from JanuaryJune 2012 recorded highest in April and lowest in February, marking an average of P 85.38 and P 84.41, respectively. In the similar period, average

monthly retail price was noted highest in February and lowest in April, having an average of P 173.45 and P 170.95, respectively. Likewise, the outflow of lechon during the first semester of the current year increased by 49.84% from 4,912 kilograms (kgs) to 7,360 kgs. Out from the entire hog outflow from Northern Mindanao, Cebu ranked the highest with 42.83%, followed by Manila with 31.74%. Acknowledging the abovementioned project as a crucial undertaking for the broiler and swine industries, Judith Ocang from the Hypig Genetic, Inc. expressed that similar previous reports have helped them in the demand forecast, resulting to an adjustment in their respective production supply. Nevertheless, the BSIEWS Project Team urged the stakeholders to fully cooperate through the provision of sufficient information on the inventory of stocks and other pertinent details in order to have a more thorough output, yielding an accurate outlook for both the broiler and swine industries. The BSI-EWS Project Team comprises the DA-10, the Bureau of Agricultural Statistics, the National Meat Inspection Service in collaboration with the local government units.

BSI-EWS SITUATION REPORT. Information on the broiler and swine industries are now made available and accessible to the private stakeholders as the BSI-EWS Project Team has imparted the situation report on the said sub-sectors for purpose of anticipating trends in terms of demand in the near future, in a recent consultation with the PAB members, held at PhilTown Hotel, this city.

(Joanne L. Olson, DA-10)

XU, DOE launch cassava ethanol research

XU College of Agriculture Dean Roel Ravanera accepts the check worth P3.3M from DOE Renewable Energy Management Bureau Director Mario Marasigan for the research project on bioethanol production potential of cassava varieties in Northern Mindanao.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has granted Xavier University (XU) P3.3 M for research and development on cassava as source of bioethanol. The research project seeks to evaluate the potential of several varieties of cassava in Northern Mindanao for the development of a pilot scale cassava bioethanol plant. “We are ver y hopeful that the testing will yield positive results,” said DOE Undersecretary Jose Layug during the launching of the project at the XU Covered Courts. “This will be a game changer for Mindanao.” Layug said that one of the priorities of DOE is the promotion of alternative fuels. He shared that the country still lacks 300 million liters of biofuels. The study with

XU’s Agricultural Engineering Department can contribute to the country’s attempt to become energy self-sufficient, he said. Bro Noel Cantago SJ, XU vice president for Mission and Ministry, remarked that the research is accordant with XU’s promotion of sustainable development. He added that part of XU’s goal is to align with the thrusts of the government. “Through this project, we hope to bring more development to Northern Mindanao.” Northern Mindanao is one of the major cassava producing regions in the Philippines. Cassava is being used for food, feeds and for other industrial activities. Ethanol is produced from the fermentation of cassava using bacteria, fungi and yeast.

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POSING AS YOU: THE THREATS OF CYBER IDENTITY THEFT

ALA MODE

by OWEN JAEN

hese days, protecting ones identity is more than a necessity; it is a new golden rule. I myself was a victim of cyber identity theft. A person stole my photos on Facebook and made up an entirely new account with my name and profile. It may sound flattering but it is not a laughing matter. Good thing a concerned friend told me about it so I looked it up and I found out that this certain “me” is befriending some of the people on my own account! I may now know the real reason for his “copying” me and luckily I had the account blocked by the admin before it causes serious issues. My experience with a poser is just a speck in the

multitude of crimes being perpetuated by cyber identity thieves. They range from the harmless wannabes to the dangerous swindlers and in some cases human traffickers and molesters. People trick or mislead other Internet users by posing as either someone the victim already knows or a completely different person. When these criminals cloak themselves in the face of another person, it is hard to pinpoint their real identities. They have been around since the epiphany of the Internet and their modus are getting more sophisticated. How do these cyber thieves operate? When they want

to use our identity to shop or to steal your finances online, they use spybots, malware and other software that can siphon information everytime we fill out information or fillingup forms online. That is why, let’s be extra careful in divulging our personal information on websites. A birthday, address, email, phone number and especially your credit card or bank account numbers are all they need to pose as you. Also, social networking sites are becoming a haven for these cyber predators. They scour through profiles and look for possible ways to steal your identity and then victimize other people. So what do we do to prevent from

becoming a victim of identity theft? NEVER GIVE OUT TOO MUCH INFORMATION. Never post all your information on the Internet where everyone can see. When someone befriends you and asks for your personal email, contact address and financial records, never give in. Investigate and try to see what the person is up to, do not just trust anybody you meet online. Others use email and chat services to befriend you and once you divulge your information, there goes your identity. YOUR PASSWORD IS YOUR ONLINE LIFE. Just like making your ATM PIN a secret so should your email and other

online passwords. Make if difficult to hack. Never use obvious hints such as your name or your birthday because it’s as easy as letting them in your unlocked front door. Memorize your password and change them occasionally. Tip: once you change one account password, change all the others as well. BE UPDATED. This means you must have your computer spyware, antivirus and other security protection updated. There are multiple systems to choose from, just make sure to utilize the most reliable one. BE RESPONSIBLE. When in an Internet shop, be sure to log out

of your accounts before exiting. Do not respond to emails and other messages that ask you to log on using your email and password from unknown sources. It is best to verify the source before making action. These are just a few of the things we can do to protect ourselves from these malicious individuals. Just make sure that whatever we do in the real world to protect ourselves from being harmed by these criminals replicate it on your cyber life twice over. There is no stopping technology from becoming part of our daily existence, let’s put extra caution before it’s too late. Cheers everyone and keep safe!

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on choosing your Wedding Music

hoosing wedding songs for “the day” can be very daunting to the bride and groom to be. Quite often songs to be sung are decided just days before the wedding. As experienced, requests were given two days before the wedding so we the “band” crammed as well. For us musicians we have to play the songs confidently and when your songs are not familiar to us it can be delivered halfheartedly. To avoid this kind scenario do take time in choosing your music ahead of time. Whether you are hiring professional musicians or your friends and relatives, planning your music ahead will still make a difference on your

special day. Now here are some tips on choosing your music on your wedding day. Choose your music style: All of us have different tastes when it comes to music, so choose a style wherein you can imagine both your ceremony and reception. Ask your partner: Consider each others’ like in music so that both sides will be happy. Choose meaningful songs: That is meaningful to both of you. Consider friends and family: When family and friends sing for you it’s more meaningful and practicality wise you can save as well. When in doubt, hire professional musicians: Like it or not hiring

professional musicians will save you time and energy, they know what to do even if they just show up on your wedding day. Looking at the audience, they will know what type of songs to play. Take into consideration the sound system: Take it from us you will not like “basag” speakers. It also affects us “the musicians” very much, so choose wedding venues with good sound system. Wedding music is very important because it sets the mood, so choose wisely and carefully. It’s your special day so prepare and plan ahead so that you can relax on your day and enjoy your once in a lifetime moment.

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Sleepless in Mindanao! DRIVEN

by a steady 5.6% economic growth in the last six months and expected to hit more than 6% growth at the end of the last quarter this year? The National Economic Development Authority forecasted figures can lead to the probable rise of Mindanao’s middle class and its impact on the property, retail and convention market. The trend is prominently showing with more property and hotel developers shifting their high gear to Davao, General Santos City and Cagayan de Oro. High rise condominium development, hotels and middle class subdivisions are also rising to as far as Butuan City. Mall developers Ayala Land and SM Prime lead the pack with new retail expansion projects featuring business class hotels and large convention halls expected to be fully operational early next year. Robinson Land breaks grounds in Butuan City with a planned Go hotel brand

for construction last quarter this year. KCC in General Santos will open their Green Leaf Hotel, the biggest in the city. While in Davao City, two more international hotels are opening early next year. All four locations in Mindanao are expected to roll out these projects to the public before the end of 2013. Other home grown property developers in Mindanao has partnered with known urban conglomerate in the country like Vista Land and Fil- Invest whose projects in the National Capital Region, Southern Luzon and Cebu were sold out. Traditional Mindanao retail giants like the Gaisano Capital Group, NCC of the Lim’s in Davao City and KCC of the Teng’s in General Santos are all expanding and building new branches in the secondary cities of Southern Mindanao. While Cagayan de Oro’s Lim Ket Kai group is poised to bring a foreign partner to manage their high rise 224 rooms’ business class hotel.

by: PED T. QUIAMJOT

Mindanao with more than 2`1,582,540 million populations represents 24% of the total 93 Million people in the Philippines. It has more OFWs working in the Middle East and other Muslim countries of the world. Its export from fruits and other agricultural products are finding good market in Japan and the other smaller countries in the Pacific basin. In spite of some territorial row, Philippine bananas are still sold to China. Tuna from General Santos are turning an average of USD280 Million annual exports to Japan and the US. While mining proceeds in the Surigao Provinces and South Cotabato could not yet be ascertained on its impact to the Mindanao economy due to unresolved national government policies and local government ambivalent pronouncements that have caused irritants among mining investors and policy regulators. The improving economic development in Mindanao should spell growth for domestic

tourism. High earning middle class can spend on leisure activities for regional travel and real estate to housing acquisitions. With the expanded airports in Davao City, Ozamis, Dipolog, Pagadian, Butuan City and soon the Laguindingan Airport in Cagayan de Oro which can handle bigger wide bodied aircrafts of the A320 – A330 class, travel and conventions will rise in the next 18 months shifting its destination away from the national capital region. Among the prominent events brought to Davao City next year is the IBP national convention, the MICE Conference and the Advertising Congress of the Philippines to name a few. While Cagayan de Oro welcomes January with a series of Pharmaceutical and Medical Conference, the Divine Mercy International Pilgrimage and the Philippines Jaycee’s national convention follows in the third quarter. Dipolog City will host the Mindanao

Business Conference and the succeeding BIMPEAGA gatherings are scheduled in General Santos City. Many of the Mindanao domestic travelers can fill up budget accommodation while national corporate events should sustain the occupancies of business class hotels forecasted to hit 60%. The industry is not discounting increase in travel of the candidates for national office among the major political parties starting January next year. Where to shop, dine and buy the latest electronic gadget will become a hotel concierge functions next year in the major cities of Mindanao. Destiny is something we have invented because we cannot stand the fact that everything that is happening in our region is real and not accidental. There are new business synergies and services expected to entice the growing middle class to travel and stay in mall hotels.

(L-R) Ms. Mieke Schrijver - PUM Country Coordinator, Mr. Ruben Vegafria - PUM Regional Coordinator, Mike Banos, and BWM Publisher Dante Sudaria meet at a coffeeshop in Cagayan de Oro City after a tour of the BWM Media Center.

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Coke, TESDA launch S3TAR Program in MisOr

The Sari-Sari Store Training and Access to Resources Program formally launched October 18, 2012 through a memorandum of agreement signed by and between Coca-Cola Philippines; Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the local governments of Cagayan de Oro, Jasaan - represented by Mayor Redentor S. Jardin (seated, 3rd from right) and Villanueva - represented by Kagawad Edwin C. Dagasuhan (seated, 4th from right), and SMI Learning Employment Success (SMILES) Foundation, Inc - represented by Manuel Floro (seated, 2nd from right). TESDA Regional Director Engr. Edgar A. Sales and Attorney Adel A. Tamano, Public Affairs and Communication Director of the Coca-Cola Export Corporation sign the memorandum of agreement for the S 3TAR Program, October 18, 2012, Mallberry Suits, Cagayan de Oro City.

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Around NorthMin DOLEconductsCaravan atCamiguinLanzonesFestival By: Mildred E. Dablio, Labor Communications Officer

Cagayan de Oro City --- The Department of Labor and Employment through its Camiguin Provincial Field Office via OfficerIn-Charge Errol Natividad will facilitate government caravan on 24-26 October 2012 in line with festivities for the lanzones celebration. In synchronization, the DOLE Regional Coordinating Committee (RCC) composed of its attached agencies in region joined the OneStop-Shop of government services through the DOLE Caravan in Mambajao on 25-26 October at the UGMAD Site, Tourism Center, Mambajao, Camiguin. This a Provincial Government initiative of Governor Jurdin Jesus “Jj” M. Romualdo. Invited participants are the Mayors and Public Employment Service Officers (PESO) of its 5 Municipalities of Mambajao, Catarman, Sagay, Guinsiliban, and Mahinog and other workers and would-be entrants of the workforce. Lanzones is a major fruit crop in the Philippines and the whole of Asia. In Northern Mindanao, Camiguin is reputed to produce the sweetest lanzones fruits. In turn the Province always pays tribute by holding the annual Lanzones Festival participated in by the local and foreign tourists. The prevailing good climate, soil of volcanic origin and other biotic factors are believed to favor the growth, yield, and taste of the

fruit. CY 2012 festivities started 20th until the 28th October. DOLE launched the Skills Registry System (SRS) for the Local Government Unit of Mahinog on 24 October 2012. SRS is a revised version of the National Manpower Registry System and a Labor Market Information (LMI) tool in pilot Local Government Units (LGU). Mahinog Mayor, Alex R. Jajalla received one (1) set of desktop computer and printer for this purpose. Mahinog is the 5th municipality of Camiguin composed of 13 barangays. In terms of communications technology, the area is already equipped with its own Camiguin Telephone Cooperative (CAMTECO) as its main internet provider, making the SRS program feasible for a reliable and updated registry of skills of the municipality and also for the entire province. The said program requires the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) in said LGUs to get the total list of skills and job vacancies suitable in the locality in the SRS form to capture the skills data from the registrants. The accomplished form will then be encoded in the desktop computer with the embedded SRS program. The computers were sourced by DOLE and given without cost to the said LGUs. The data will then be accessed

by the national government to assist in job-fit formulation and as a ready source of manpower of investors. The Caravan will highlight the DOLE programs on Single ENtry Approach or SENA which is a conciliation-mediation approach of settling labor issues between management or vice versa; receiving of applications for the DOLE Special Program for the Employment of Students or SPES and the Alien Employment Program ; registration of Rural Workers’ Association (RWAs); assistance on availing the Youth Entrepreneurship Program, DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program; advocacy on Labor Standards and construction safety. RCC programs and services featured in the said Caravan is the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) through their assistance to the OFWs and their dependents on applications for death, disability, and dismemberment benefits; education and training program; repatriation services; family welfare and reintegration program; and welfare assistance. Joining the team is Technical Education Skills and Development Administration (TESDA)’s advocacy on their offered vocation courses for enrollment. Meanwhile the National Reintegration Center for OFWs or NRCO through the OWWA

and the DOLE will be releasing livelihood assistance to some 18 OFW returnees of Catarman and Sagay municipalities from Hong Kong, Singapore, Lebanon, Kuwait, KSA, UAE, and Taiwan. The NRCO share worth PhP 10,000 each will be awarded to the said beneficiaries as a start-up or additional capital for individual livelihood projects or as establishment, restoration, and enhancement of their businesses on: • sari-sari store:5 beneficiaries • hog raising: 7 • native snack preparation:1 • garment making:1 • buy and sell (beauty products):1 • vulcanizing shop:1 • fish trading:1 • fast food:1 Joining forces, the LGU Mambajao through Mayor Ma. Luisa D. Romualdo also sponsored a Job Fair for applicants agreeing to join the workforce on 25 October 2012 also at the UGMAD Camiguin Tourism Center. DOLE Regional Office No. 10 Director, Atty. Johnson G. Cañete, welcomed the invitation from the Province as support to wards President Aquino III’s directive on labor and employment’s overarching goal of investing in our human resource to be more competitive and employable while promoting industrial peace based on social justice.

Executive Director Joey G. PELAEZ of the Department of Education Center for Students and Co-Curicular Affairs shared a moment and posed for the press with Vice President Jejomar BINAY, Cong. Rufus RODRIGUEZ of CDO First District, Cong. Maxi RODRIGUEZ of ABAMIN and Former Senator Ernesto MACEDA during the World Teaches Day 2012 celebration held recently at the Limketkai Center. Executive Director Joey G. PELAEZ made sure to bring the WTD 2012 culmination to Cagayan de Oro City, a first outside Metro Manila. Photos by Palang Añora

Director Johnson Cañete hands over the computer set to LGU Mahinog for the SRS program

Recruitment agency representative conducting interview during the Job Fair.

CDO Bloggers thank Kagay-anons for the trust

n its 4th year as an established b l o g g i n g organization, the Cagayan de Oro Bloggers, Inc. or CDO Bloggers would like to thank the Kagay-anons and Mindanaoans for the trust through overwhelming invites to the Cagayan de Oro Bloggers on events, product launching, city events and many more. “Kagay-anons, in behalf of

the Cagayan de Oro Bloggers, we would like to thank the general public, fellow Kagay-anons, PR firms, the media and the establishments for inviting us to your events. With that being said you help us fulfill our organization’s mission and vision to promote our loving city and Mindanao to the world.” said Vic Marion Madriaga, the incumbent CDO Bloggers, Inc. President. “Feel free to contact us over the web and the

members will be happy to receive the invites.” Recently, the organization also advised the public of its official contact details to contact: Official Organization Contact Information Email: cdobloggersinc@ gmail.com Facebook Account: https://www.facebook. com/cdobloggers Facebook Page: https:// www.facebook.com/ CagayanDeOroBloggers Twitter: https://twitter. com/cdobloggers Official Website: http:// www.cdobloggers.com CDO Bloggers Network of Blogs: http:// cdobloggers.net/ CDO Bloggers 2012 Officers: http://www. cdobloggers.com/ cdobloggers-officers/ The org will only consider official event invites once approved by our incumbent President. Bloggers and other parties' events not recognized by the organization’s Core Group are advised not carry the name of the group.

About CDO Bloggers: CDO Bloggers, Inc. or Cagayan de Oro Bloggers Incorporated is a (SEC) Securities and Exchange Commission registered non-profit organization composed of Bloggers and Social Media Practitioners from CDO and Northern Mindanao. Our main aim is to promote the city of Cagayan de Oro and the island of Mindanao as a peaceful and thriving place in this part of the world thru social media.

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SERVICE STAR AWARD: IOLANI MAE AVES - OCTOBER 2012 Congratulations to

Iolani (Lani) Aves! Lani joined St. Catherine in 2006. She has worked as a RN in the Med Surg department for most of her time with us. She has also assisted with Post Partum, the Emergency Room and Telemetry when needed. Her experience has been at the Staff Nurse and the Charge Nursed positions. Recently, Lani joined the Emergency Department Team. Lani consistently demonstrates honest teamwork, a positive attitude, professionalism and making a difference in the care given to our patients. She has been highlighted in many patient satisfaction reports as a truly compassionate and professional Nurse. Her co-workers have noted how she always shows the CHRISTUS Mission, to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, especially by enforcing teamwork and going the extra mile for her team. If there is a need for help, Lani is there. Lani inspires others. It drives us to be the BEST! Our sincere thanks and appreciation!

SOURCE: St. Catherine Gazette Friday, October 26,2012 Christus St. Catherine Hospital, Katy, Texas, USA N.B. Iolani Mae Aves is a graduate of Capitol University and awarded the CU Florence Nightingale Award batch 2003.

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wins can either be identical or fraternal. Since their physical characteristics are so similar, it may t a k e t im e an d a keenness , before one gets to identify one from the other, except for family members, who, by their closeness can easily say which is who. So, it can happen too, in the medical field. One type of illness may be so similar to another that it may require one’s knowledge,

experience and the help of colleagues as well as the use of diagnostic tests that will help differentiate one from the other. There are even instances when the diagnosis is made based on exclusion. Chikungunya Fever is one such illness. This illness is really not that uncommon, though, it only comes to the public’s notice when there are travel advisories or when the number of cases is such that it gains attention in the medical community

Health IN focus by: Dr. Mary Jean Loreche

as well as in media. Last October 9, Dr Eric Tayag of the Department of Health said that there were a total of 58 confirmed cases of Chikungunya Fever in the Philippines. As far back as the 1990’s, records has it that cases of Chikungunya fever were already diagnosed. This is a Viral disease that is spread by mosquitoes, the same mosquitoes that carry the viruses for Dengue Fever: Aedes aegypti and albopticus.

It comes as no surprise then that the manifestations of both diseases may be similar and at times these two may even co-occur in a single patient. Though both diseases will present with fever, fatigue, muscle pains, nausea and headache, what is prominent in chikungunya is the severity of the joint pains. As a matter of fact, chikungunya comes from the kimakonde language which means “ to become contorted “. A

person afflicted with the disease may be seen with a stooped appearance due to the stiffness and joint pains! The presence of arthritic pains in an adult, with abrupt onset of fever, should alert one to the possibility of the disease, instead of misdiagnosing the case as dengue fever. To confirm the diagnosis, a serologic test for anti chikungunya antibodies may be requested. Just like Dengue, there is no vaccine

as yet for the disease. Treatment is directed at the symptoms. Vector control, such as reducing the number of artificial and natural water filled containers that serve as habitats for breeding of mosquitoes, use of insecticide sprays and insecticide treated mosquito nets, are preventive measures that are doable. Keeping one’s environment clean is as important as making one’s self healthy and looking great and beautiful...

DIGITAL ART ... Not yet, it’s not a goodbye! Be inspired with the next mind- blowing Digital painting. Not to boast but Cagayan de Oro has what it takes to be a productive society. You could be one of the gifted artist’s who’s reading this right now. I know you smile. Yes you are! According to Pablo Picasso that every child is an artist it could mean that everyone is an artist in their own way. Meet the artist Fadi Ismail with his new gallant style of Digital painting. I too was amaze that he is an allaround artist. He can be a sculptor, Fashion Photographer, and a painter. Like Casino he exhibited astonishing digital art images. The vertigo, space, mute and the most popular, totemic, gold rush, focus, and envisage. Stunned with the high-class creativity of his paintings, I observed carefully how everyone reacts to each of it. Many have come but among the guests two of them caught my attention. They were capturing each of the images using an iPad. I saw how excited they were and proudly took photos of each other like in a movie wherein best friends or celebrities on the red carpet pose for the paparazzi. I asked how they like it. “Gusto nako ang ‘Focus’ na painting coz full syag emotion, mura pod syag angel,” said Alexandra Gabon, HRM, a student from COC. “One of my favorite is the ‘Gold Rush.’ It’s like it makes me hide my

problems in life by looking at it,” said Ms. Pajo, IT from Tagoloan College. The artist himself, Rustie liked ‘Tetomic’ as according to him it is well painted and mysterious. Even the event organizer has her owned preference like Rustie she likes ‘Tetomic.’ “I love that painting because the details, strokes and the emotions are strong.” Count me in; I get an eyeful when I came across with the painting ‘Envisage’. I thought I was there only to observe but I wasn’t. Envisage means envision of future. Naks! It sounds a lot me, a complete dreamer. One more thing I like is when you look beyond its visual image it represents a strong person who never gives up on life even after a massive storm, like the Cagay-anons who rose back 10 times stronger after the Typhoon Sendong. That’s us Filipinos we have that unshaken spirit of survival. We don’t only dream we also fought for that dreams to come true. That’s why I called ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit a “Renaissance (Rebirth) of Cagay-anon Artist’s because it’s the right time for Cagay-anons artist to be recognized and appreciated. “We are open more some criticism we will accept even a negative criticism to learn and give our best for our future exhibit,” said Fadi Ismail. ARTmber Digital Art Exhibit Models Had enough? Wait, as you go

over the images, you might think the models are somewhat foreign or celebrities. Actually not, they are the aspiring photo-shoot models of XFM Photography by Fadi Ismail here in CDO. One of them is Mai Mardiie; look closely at the image titled ‘Space’ doesn’t she looks like Angel Locsin? Another piece of art by Fadi Ismail called ‘Focus,’ seems to be foreign but the model is a pure Cagay-anon with a name Novel Rabino. Here comes the famous ‘Tetomic’ painting, the model is John Paul Ocat, 17 also a Fashion model at KVN Model Management, International Studies at Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan and a resident from Bugo. “Wow! It’s such an honor to be part of this exhibit. Sir Fadi Ismail is such a breathtaking artist. His works and creations are one of kind. As one of his models, I am so privileged. I mean, not being conceited, but not all can be part of this one of a kind exhibit. Together with my photo are more great photos in different arrays. But still standing these two feet of mine on the ground, I thank Sir Fadi for getting me as one of his models and create a masterpiece. God bless and more power to Sir Fadi and to you guys,” said John Paul Ocat. That’s the spirit! We need guts to be where we aim to be. What I can say is be a messenger and let’s support Cagay-anons artists and aspiring models. ‘Focus’ by FADI ISMAIL Model: Novel Rabino

Exhibit Organizer- Shy Sevillano

‘Totemic’ by FADI ISMAIL Model: John Paul Ocat

‘Gold Rush’ by FADI ISMAIL Model: Novel Rabino

‘Envisage’ by FADI ISMAIL Model: Mai Mardiie

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Delightful Desserts for Every Occasion by: Riza Ares

hether you are planning a grand finale to a special meal, seeking new ways to serve old favourites, choosing for a coffee morning or afternoon tea, or wanting to tempt the young with snacks when they come home from school. Whether it is a dazzling dessert for dinner party a celebration cake for a special birthday, or a fruit pie or pudding for a family lunch ,here you will find superb recipes to suit every event. And once you have found how easy and delicious they all are, you will want to make them again and again. I happen to believe that desserts can be good

8 servings Allow 3 hours preparation and cooking time Pastry Shortcrust Pastry for Pie Shell

for you as well as just plain good. They can add heartiness to a light menu and lighten a substantial one. Desserts can supply nutritional foods, such as milk, fruit or grain products, which may be missing from the rest of the day’s meals. Even if you , or members of your family, are watching your waistline, you can enjoy desserts in thinner slices or smaller servings, and still conform to healthy eating guidelines. Try this Pancakes and Crepe and Custard peach pies which are very easy to prepare. We make it easy for you , just follow these easy steps and voila your pancakes is as easy as 1-2-3.

PANCAKES 8-10 pancakes 120 g/4 oz plain flour 1 egg, beaten 300 ml/ 1/2 pint milk and water mixed 1 tablespoon salad oil Oil for frying 1. Put flour in bowl and make a well in centre. Add egg and gradually stir in half of the milk and water mixture. Using a whisk, blend in flour from sides of bowl. Beat well until mixture is smooth. Stir in remaining liquid and oil.

Filling 5 medium-sized peaches (about 700 g/1 1/2lb) 150 ml/ 1/4 pint soured cream 3 egg yolks 200 g/7 oz caster sugar 30 g/1 oz plain flour Streusel Topping 60 g/2 oz butter 75 g/2 1/2 oz plain flour 60 g/2 oz caster sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1. Prepare pastry dough 2. Preheat oven to 220°C/425°F/gas 7. On lightly floured surface, with floured rolling pin, roll out dough into round about 4 cm/1 ‘/2 inches larger all round than upside-down shallow 20-23 cm/8-9 inch pie dish; ease dough into pie dish to line evenly. 3. Trim dough edge, leaving 2.5 cm/1 inch overhang. Fold overhang under; make Fluted or other Decorative Pastry Edge (pages 66-67). 4. Peel 4 peaches (see Box, page 37); cut peaches into 5 mm/ ‘/4 inch-thick slices with sharp knife. 5. In pie shell, arrange peach slices in con¬centric circles, overlapping them slightly. 6. In medium bowl, beat soured cream, egg yolks, sugar and flour just until blended; pour slowly over peaches in pie dish, taking care not to dislodge them. 7. Bake pie for 30 minutes, or just until custard mixture is beginning to set. 8. Meanwhile, prepare streusel topping: in small bowl, rub together butter, flour and sugar until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in ground cinnamon. 9. After pie has baked for 30 minutes, evenly sprinkle streusel topping over peaches and custard. 10. Bake for 15 minutes longer or until streusel is golden and knife inserted in centre of pie comes out clean. 11. If pastry browns too quickly, cover edge loosely with foil. 12. Cool pie on wire rack for 1 hour; serve warm, or cool completely to serve cold later.

2. With pastry brush, brush bottom of 17.5 cm/7 inch pancake pan and 25 cm/10 inch frying pan with oil. 3. Over medium heat, heat both pans. 4. Pour 3-4 tablespoons batter into pancake pan; tilt pan to coat bottom evenly. Cook pancake for 2 minutes or until top is set and underside slightly browned. 5. Using palette knife, work carefully round pancake to loosen it from pan. 6. Invert pancake into hot frying pan. Cook other side for about 30 seconds. While first pancake is cooking, start cooking another pancake in pancake pan. 7. Slide pancake on to non-stick baking parchment. Repeat until all batter is used, stacking pancakes, with non-stick baking parchment between them. Use immediately or wrap in foil and refrigerate or freeze.

CREPES SUZETTE 6 servings Allow about 1 hour preparation and cooking time 12 pancakes (page 30) 1 large orange 60 g/2 oz butter 30 g/1 oz caster sugar 4 tablespoons orange liqueur Orange slices and shredded orange zest to decorate 1. Prepare pancakes. (If using frozen pancakes, allow to stand, wrapped, at room temperature for about 2 hours until thawed.) 2. About 30 minutes before serving, grate ‘/2 teaspoon zest from orange. Halve orange crossways; squeeze enough juice from orange halves to give 5 tablespoons.

3. Prepare sauce: in large frying pan or chafing dish, over low heat, place grated orange zest, juice, butter and sugar. Heat gently until butter melts. 4. Fold each pancake in half, then fold each one again into quarters. 5. Arrange pancakes in sauce in pan or chafing dish and heat through. 6. In very small saucepan over low heat, gently heat liqueur until warm; remove saucepan from heat. Ignite liqueur with match; pour flaming liqueur over pancakes.

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