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Sinulog and Chinese New Year

- MILA C. ESPINA mcespinter­national@yahoo.com

The Sinulog is the ritualisti­c manifestat­ion of our faith in Señor Sto. Niño. The religious procession is the deep-seated essence of our faith.

Rain or shine, decade after decade, the Filipinos celebrate the feast of Señor Sto. Niño, coming home to Cebu from the various parts of the globe.

During its early stage, the Sinulog was un-structured, a spontaneou­s revelry in the streets. I felt the pulse of our Christian faith then. Thereafter, due to so many contingent­s, some procedural pacing, security and time management had to be done; thus, the Sinulog from the streets ended up in a structured stage to accommodat­e better viewing, not to mention wide tri-media coverage.

The year 2017 is the Year of Holiness. Families bond to strengthen their faith and devotion. Pit Señor. Chinese New Year 2017 The Chinese New Year is celebrated all over the world.

The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China Mr. Shi Yong tendered dinner at Marco Polo Plaza Cebu to celebrate the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) on Jan. 28. From the early Filipino tradition, the Chinese influence has been inplanted in us, thus, celebratin­g the Chinese New Year has become part of our lifestyle.

The Radisson Blu will have special Chinese buffet on Jan. 28 with Chinese Chef Ang Cheng Yew preparing authentic dishes. There was media food tasting last Monday, Jan. 16 at Feria with no less than Ann Olalo. Splendid taste!

The Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino Tin Gow had its special lunch last Thursday, Jan. 19. The yearly celebratio­n of Shangri–La’s Mactan Resort and Spa will be right on time on Saturday, Jan. 28 at its lobby. General manager Rene Egle is on top of the festivity. Over at Mactan, Waterfront Mactan Airport Hotel and Casino had likewise a special Chinese fest.

 ??  ?? AT SHANGRI-LA. Sto. Niño inspired-Sinulog and Chinese New Year 2017.
AT SHANGRI-LA. Sto. Niño inspired-Sinulog and Chinese New Year 2017.
 ??  ?? GUESTS. Adrian Diongzon, Leo Lastimosa and the ABS–CBN staff. At right, GMA 7’s Aldub tandem, Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards at the GMA float.
GUESTS. Adrian Diongzon, Leo Lastimosa and the ABS–CBN staff. At right, GMA 7’s Aldub tandem, Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards at the GMA float.
 ??  ?? WELCOME. Opening Mass of Sinulog 2017 led by Mayor Tomas and Margot Osmeña.
WELCOME. Opening Mass of Sinulog 2017 led by Mayor Tomas and Margot Osmeña.
 ??  ?? AT TIN GOW. Best of Dimsum and deep-fried spare ribs with honey sauce for Chinese New Year.
AT TIN GOW. Best of Dimsum and deep-fried spare ribs with honey sauce for Chinese New Year.
 ??  ?? GRAND. At the Lhuillier Sinulog Grand Parade, Angelica Libodlibod and Jericho Rosales at the M. Lhuillier float. Below, University of San Jose-Recoletos / Amparito L. Lhuillier Educationa­l Foundation alumna, Anjanette Laborte Gaylord came home from the...
GRAND. At the Lhuillier Sinulog Grand Parade, Angelica Libodlibod and Jericho Rosales at the M. Lhuillier float. Below, University of San Jose-Recoletos / Amparito L. Lhuillier Educationa­l Foundation alumna, Anjanette Laborte Gaylord came home from the...
 ??  ?? DANCE. The famous San Diego couple: Legacy of Sinulog-based dance.
DANCE. The famous San Diego couple: Legacy of Sinulog-based dance.
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 ??  ?? FOOD. Radisson Blu Cebu will have authentic dishes come Jan. 28 at Feria.
FOOD. Radisson Blu Cebu will have authentic dishes come Jan. 28 at Feria.
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