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About Gem Tadefa

Gem is a bubbly soul who hungers for everything life has to offer. He thrives on gleeful moments in the company of family and friends. Gem is a pro in zapping out negavibes. Gem is a beauty queen personified with a dash of barbie. Diligent Outsourcing Professional 8 hours a day, Barbie Blogger 24/7.

Bemwa Farm in Marilog District Davao City

Bemwa Farm | Cool Summer Destination in Davao City

Davao City is one of the largest cities in the world in terms of area. With more than 2,400 kilometers square of area, we have almost all kinds of tropical terrain. We definitely have it all from islands to islands, as one of our tourism catchphrases say. Going south, an hour and a half drive away from the busy downtown area of Davao City sits a fascinating beauty of nature perfect for a cold summer getaway. Known as Bemwa Farm, this emerging ecotourism spot in Barangay Datu Salumay, Marilog District has captured the attention of locals and tourists alike.

It is just one of the many inland resorts and tourist stops in Marilog District. The entire district #feels of being in Baguio City, the summer capital of the Philippines. It has enthralling green scenery, plants, and cool weather. It is, in some ways, better than Baguio in that it is less crowded and less urbanized.

Bemwa Farm is now one of the a must-visit spots in Marilog. It offers a nice spot to rest, take photos, and eat heartily. we suggest visiting it early in the morning when there are not too many guests yet. Plus, of course, enjoying the fog blanketing the farm is a cool experience. Literally and figuratively.

Most Filipinos only enjoy fresh strawberries when they are visiting Baguio. It comes as a nice surprise for everybody when they see that Bemwa has rows of strawberry fields. It is just one of the picturesque spots in the farm. Aside from the strawberries, they also have rows of sunflowers, fresh organic products, and other potted herbs that you can purchase at very reasonable prices.

Entrance Fee and Food at Bemwa Farm

For the price of only P50 per guest as entrance fee, you get to experience Bemwa Farm for unlimited time. Not only that. You can use your P50 value ticket in exchange for P50 worth of food from their café.

Bemwa Farm has their own café where you can savor their special Lugaw and Goto cooked using locally grown products at P50 per serving. Also on the menu is the Vegetable Salad made with their own garden-fresh produce for only P90. For something sweet, you may order their famous Strawberry Taho priced at P30 per serving. And to quench your thirst, they also have various Fresh Lemonades for only P25 per glass.

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RBG Xtreme Meal at Park Inn Davao

Gather the troops. Take a sit and indulge in a delightful feast of enormous portions at the Park Inn by Radisson Davao. Partake in the massive RBG Xtreme Meal. Xtreme has never tasted this good.

Giant Burger, Four Seasons Pizza, Trifle, and Iced Tea of the RBG Xtreme Meal by Park Inn Davao

Giant Burger, Four Seasons Pizza, Monster Trifle, and Iced Tea of the RBG Xtreme Meal by Park Inn Davao

The RBG Xtreme Meal includes a super-sized Four Seasons Pizza, a gigantic One Kilogram Burger, and a Four Layer Monster Trifle. Plus a pitcher of Iced Tea. The components of this mouth-watering set are not available ala carte. Each dish is prepared only for this unbelievably giant set meal.

RBG Xtreme Meal Dishes

Start your mammoth foodie experience with a Four Seasons Pizza.

Four Seasons Pizza - Bacon and Cheese, Pepperoni, Supreme, and 4 Cheese - RBG Xtreme Meal by Park Inn Davao

Four Seasons Pizza – Bacon and Cheese, Pepperoni, Supreme, and 4 Cheese – RBG Xtreme Meal by Park Inn Davao

The pizza is composed of four popular flavors: Bacon and Cheese, Pepperoni, Supreme, and Four Cheese. There’s a flavor for your every pizza craving.

Follow it up or eat it together with a One Kilogram Burger.

1 Kilogram Burger of the RBG Xtreme Meal by Park Inn Davao

1 Kilogram Burger of the RBG Xtreme Meal by Park Inn Davao

A kilogram burger is a carnivore’s dream come true. Enjoy it with your friends. Because food tastes better when shared.
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Lord of the Ribs Davao

Lord of the Ribs Davao | My Davao City

Another delicious import from the Queen City of the South, Cebu City has landed in Davao to satisfy the taste bud cravings of all Davaoñeos. Lord of the Ribs Davao is now open to tease our tongues and fill our tummies.

Lord of the Ribs Davao (LotR) is located between two other restaurants that you can easily spot along Loyola Street in Obrero. The interior looks simple, but the interiors are definitely comfy with a homey ambiance. The entire place can accommodate up to 30 diners.

Lord of the Ribs Davao interiors photo by Gem Tadefa

Lord of the Ribs Davao

Lord of the Ribs Davao has a mouth-watering selection of dishes in huge servings. The restaurant gives you great value for your money with every dish that you order.

Rack of Ribs by LotR

Lord of the Ribs’s hero dish is the lip-smacking Rack of Ribs. Obviously.

Rack of Ribs with Curry Rice and White Sauce (P270) by Lord of the Ribs Davao

Rack of Ribs by Lord of the Ribs

At only P270, it may sound pricey. One serving includes their 500 grams of their signature ribs with barbeque sauce, curry or java rice, and a side of white sauce. So you get a lot of yummy bites with your P270. One serving is good for one to two diners.
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Crispy Pork Binagoongan (Crispy Pork with Shrimp Paste) and Poqui Poqui (Ilocano Vegetable Omelette) by Bagoong Club Davao

Bagoong Club Davao

Bagoong Club is finally in Davao! They have converted an old family house into a cozy chow place showcasing Bagoong and Filipino Cuisine.

Bagoong Club serves mouth-watering Filipino dishes. Most menu items are flavored with “bagoong” or shrimp paste. Obviously. Some dishes are traditional Filipino dishes. A few ones are unique regional dishes. But majority of the menu items are familiar Filipino dishes prepared and served with a unique twist. From appetizers to desserts, there is something interesting to try.

Every meal starts with a complimentary serving of singkamas (jicama) sticks and a sampling of their two bagoong varieties: spicy and sweet.

Bagoong Club Appetizers: Mangga't Bagoong (Green Mangoes with Shrimp Paste))and Chicharon Bulaklak  (Deep Fried Pork Intestines)

Bagoong Club Appetizers: Mangga’t Bagoong and Chicharon Bulaklak

Bagoong Club Appetizers

The complimentary singkamas and bagoong is not enough for any bagoong lover. It’s just the beginning. Order their Mangga’t Bagoong with your choice of their trademark bagoongs: Regular, Sweet, or Spicy. One serving costs only P120. And it is sure to satisfy your bagoong craving. Other appetizers to try are the Chicharon Bulaklak (Deep Fried Pork Intestines) and the Calamares.

Manggat Bagoong (Green Mangoes with Shrimp Paste) by Bagoong Club Davao

Manggat Bagoong by Bagoong Club

Chicharon Bulaklak (Deep Fried Pork Intestines) by Bagoong Club

Chicharon Bulaklak by Bagoong Club

You can opt to start your meal with the Crispy Salad or a Steamed Vegetable Platter if you want something more healthy and wholesome.

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