Contradictions: Charms and Cebu
Fancy a place where there is no hindrance to laugher and no deterrent to feasts. Think of a land where the sea kisses the mountains and where galvanised metal transforms into a mobile art canvas. Imagine a world where rituals of seemingly pagan origin are employed in the celebration of Catholic faith; where even the most analytic software programmer superstitiously knocks on wood; and where revellers have the ability to drag themselves to church after a Saturday night hangover. Such a place of contradictions is the Philippines, and nowhere do these contradictions blend more enticingly than in the island of Cebu. Cebu enjoys a spot at the centre of the Philippines. It thus enjoys the privilege of being a place where the many beliefs and practices of the country find a charming and lively mutual ground.
The result is a progressive province with a laid-back atmosphere, full of wit and abundant with opportunities. Investors, tourists and locals know that there is so much to explore. One of the best ways to begin getting to know Cebu is through its local cuisine. Dishes like the “lechon” (roasted pig) and “sutukil” (term for cooking fish in 3 types of dish — grilled, raw, and stewed) items are evident of the festive spirit of the locals. Still, there is much more to find out. In this section of our site, we introduce you to them. Get to know about the property boom, the text craze, the business etiquette, the music, the king of the road and more. We hope these introductory details will draw you deeper in the exploration of the Cebuano lifestyle.
