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Eats in Cebu: Circa 1900

With many modern dining establishments in the city, the old-world charm of Circa 1900 is a refreshing change of scenery.

Circa 1900 (Photography by Robo Formacion/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, May 2014)

A scenic home-turned-restaurant tucked into one of Gorordo’s quieter streets, Circa 1900 is ideal for romantic dates and intimate group dinners. Picnic tables and benches are scattered across the property, although the grand staircase sitting underneath a porte-cochere beckons guests into the main area of the restaurant. At the top is a small porch with cozy lounges, cocktail tables and chairs, and an opening to the bar inside.

The menu is innovative, featuring international dishes while paying homage to the Filipino culinary heritage through the use of local ingredients. The food is ideal for foreigners who want to experience local cuisine, yet taste something that’s still familiar to them.

Salad of smoked marlin, arugula, mesclun and saba banana in tangy wasabi dill sauce (Photography by Robo Formacion/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, May 2014)

Asian-braised duck with vegetable couscous (Photography by Robo Formacion/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, May 2014)

Crunchy slow-roasted pork belly, served with mashed potatoes (Photography by Robo Formacion/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, May 2014)

Circa 1900’s pumpkin pie (Photography by Robo Formacion/Originally published in Zee Lifestyle, May 2014)

Circa 1900 also accepts events, with a dedicated function room that can accommodate 120 people. It also has the option of opening up into the garden area for an additional 150 guests.

Circa 1900
Sanjercasvil Road, Gorordo Ave.
Lahug, Cebu City

6332. 239 6265, +63 923 279 5616
Facebook: Circa Cebu
Twitter: @CircaCebu
Instagram: @Circa1900

Edited from the Circa 1900 features on Zee Lifestyle‘s May 2014 issue, and the Zee Lifestyle Directory‘s December-January 2015 issue.

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LONDON IN FULL BLOOM: An Exclusive Look at the recent Chelsea Flower Show

Dame Judy Dench (center in white) with gallery owner, Jerry Sibal, Edwin Josue, writer Eva Gullas and artist James Doran-Webb.

The Chelsea Flower Show in London, one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the world, returned in full glory in May 2023, captivating visitors with its stunning displays and landscape designs. Held annually on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea in London, this year’s show proved to be a true feast for the senses, showcasing an array of breathtaking gardens, vibrant floral arrangements, and innovative landscaping. The 3-day event showcased 36 outdoor gardens, including four balcony gardens for small spaces. Inside the giant pavilion, blooms compete with each other, exotic flowers, roses, and many more.

Princess Kate Middleton walking the booths at the Chelsea Flower Show.

Dame Judy Dench, who owns several of Webb’s pieces in her garden, with James Doran-Webb and Jerry Sibal discussing the works of James.

One of the flower arrangements competing at the show.

The 2023 Chelsea Flower Show embraced a Nature’s Harmony theme, with a strong focus on sustainability and mental health. The show’s organizers emphasized the importance of sustainable gardening practices and biodiversity conservation, inspiring attendees to create beautiful outdoor spaces while preserving and protecting the environment.

One of the floral gazebo displays recycled chairs and salvaged materials.

Shops at the Chelsea Flower Show are mostly from sustainable materials.

What’s Cebu got to do with the Chelsea Flower Show in London? One person. James Doran Webb (https://www.jamesdoranwebb.co.uk), an Englishman working with driftwood, has been displaying his artworks for several years. James collects cast-off driftwood and shapes them into beautiful animal shapes that find places in some of the most iconic gardens. Leaping horses, owls, reindeer, and the occasional dragon, James Webb’s creations are avidly collected by landscapers to add accent to gardens in all sizes, using cast-off wood, fitting perfectly with the sustainable element—something Mr. Webb has done quite well for the last decade.

The impressive dragon of James Doran-Webb

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