Buho is a bakery in Iloilo and the city’s iconic hole in wall. It started in 1940s wherein Ilonggos are literally buying freshly baked breads through the small square hole. From the outside, you need to inquire from the staff what are available through shouting from the small hole and […]
Nicolas Jalandoni Monument is one located on an “island” in front of the Atrium and Iloilo Provincial Capitol. It was built in July 1913. With the busy streets of Iloilo and busy feet of Ilonggos doing personal errands daily, Nicolas Jalandoni is almost a forgotten personality of Iloilo City. Once […]
Botica China (Lam Kong Botica) is one of the popular and still standing establishment in the downtown of Iloilo. Even at present, Ilonggos still patronize authentic Chinese products which you can only get from this store. Personal note: I remember one of my tita requested me to buy her Chin […]
International Women’s Day 2021 theme is “Choose to Challenge” Use the official hashtag: #ChoosetoChallenge. International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It has been observed since 1911. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating […]
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Products of Iloilo are mostly from agriculture. Iloilo is fortunate to have farmers who are hardworking so everyone can have something to put in the table. The rural areas in Iloilo are consistent in producing rice, vegetables, fruits, spices, livestock, and poultry. Selected areas are also into producing seafood. On […]
The Visita Iglesia or Seven Churches Visitation is a Roman Catholic Lenten tradition to visit seven churches on Maundy Thursday. While we are still in the middle of pandemic, our Catholic brothers and sisters can still practice Holy Week traditions including Visita Iglesia. This time we can do it virtually. […]
MORE Power Iloilo Photo Contest concluded with a short awarding ceremony for the finalists and the overall winners of the competition. MORE Power loved and appreciated all your submissions as they reflect how you see us through your lenses and unique perspectives. Here are the winners: Read also: Bring MORE […]
“Sa Una nga Butlak” (in the first light of dawn) there is light and hope. It is an Art Exhibition by Baryo Balangaw Creative Initiatives. Even in the middle of the pandemic, women of Baryo Balangaw is facing every day with a joy within them discovering the talents that will […]
More or less 1300 cyclists from all over the city and province of Iloilo participated in MORE Power Iloilo’s Bisikleta Ko, Kadate Ko on February 28, 2021. This is a post-valentine ride for a cause and the proceeds of the event will go to the improvement and beautification of bike […]
By definition, Calle Real means Royal Street in Spanish. It is along J.M. Basa Street and a historic street in the old downtown district of Iloilo City. It has multiple Commonwealth and Spanish-era buildings. But aside from its history and grandeur, it is a place of childhood memories, especially for […]