The plan aimed to assess the potential of Barangay San Miguel in Echague, Isabela, for sustainable community-based tourism in the new and next normal. It also determined the current situation of the barangay, specifically its community-based tourism industry development, analyzed different related issues, constraints, and opportunities of the barangay for community-based tourism industry development, assessed the perspectives and views of different stakeholders on the sustainability and development of the barangay鈥檚 tourism resources, assessed tourism development impacts, specifically on the barangay鈥檚 economic, socio-cultural, and environmental aspects, and developed a sustainable community-based tourism strategic development framework and sustainability indicators for Barangay San Miguel, Echague, Isabela.

The Office of Hon. Faustino 鈥淚nno鈥� A. Dy V of the 6^th District of Isabela initiated the project and was supported by the Municipal Government of Echague, Isabela. The turnover activity was conducted at the Blessed Jane of Aza Lounge, Buenaventura Garcia Paredes, O.P. Building.

Mr. Louie Simbe, the Municipal Tourism, Culture, and Arts Officer of the Municipality, and Ms. Claire Santiago, the Political Affairs Assistant under the Office of Cong. Inno officially received the plan. Officials from the DOST NRCP also attended the event. It was headed by Dr. Aimee Lynn Barrion-Dupo (President) and Dr. Bernardo N. Sepeda (Executive Director). While RCSSEd was represented by its Director, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jeremaiah M. Opiniano.

#TeamKomunidad of the UST CTHM and Sentro Turismo spearheaded the project under the leadership of Asst. Prof. Jame Monren T. Mercado, MACHS, with the team members, Asst. Prof. Dr. Avi Ben P. Andalecio, Dr. Fhamela F. Sarmiento, Asst. Prof. Maria Concepcion A. Ang, Assistant Dean Assoc. Prof. Dr. Evangeline E. Timbang, and Dean Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atty. Gezzez Giezi G. Granado.

The plan was an output of the project entitled 鈥淪ustainable Community-based Tourism Potential and Development of Barangay San Miguel, Echague, Isabela in the New/Next Normal.鈥� The project was also part of the 1^st batch of the Policy-funded Research Projects under the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

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Names of the Participants:

1. Amponin, Erika Maxinne
2. Antonio, Mariff Shendelyn
3. Ardina, Norween
4. Bajenting, Nica Camille
5. Baleva, Eisabella Joy
6. Baviera, Ma. Antoinette
7. Bayadas, Ana Bianca Marie G.
8. Bulatao, Samantha Pepper
9. Camarce, Sofia Glynette
10. Castillo, Wesley James
11. Ching, Clarizza Mae
12. Chiu, Kirsten Leigh
13. Chua, Rhuezette Angheline
14. Cortez, Charleine Aramei
15. De Los Santos, Martin Alexander Blythe
16. Dognidon, Zenen Clarisse
17. Emeterio, Gayle Hjacel
18. Enguero, Ghaylle Jermaine
19. Eugenio, Shantalle Denise
20. Fernando, Dana Marie
21. Flores, Junise Isabel D.
22. Javier, Avegail Mae
23. Manango, Julianne Isabel
24. Marbella, Benedict John
25. Marujie, Princes Angel
26. Meridor, Jose Miguel
27. Monares, Charlotte
28. Ongkiko V, Dylan Placido
29. Pascual, Kriszha Pearlyn
30. Rudas, Thean Adrianne
31. Serrano, Dinah Franchette
32. Veronesi, Milena Julia

As the biggest delegation of interns leaving the University for international internship the first time after the pandemic, the partnership between CTHM and The Ritz-Carlton is a promising endeavor for our future Thomasian Tourism and Hospitality Professionals.

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In the Dream Team Challenge, Ben Patrick B. Judrial, Danica A. Lara, and Patricia Beatrice D. Penoliar, with assistance from James Michael M. Araneta, won Silver. Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko and Chef Kathlyn Tisha G. Ortaliz served as coaches.  

Sofia Angela M. Paja also brought home Silver for the Plant-Based Desserts Category. She was assisted by Miguel Luis Rodriguez and coached by Chef Kathlyn Tisha G. Ortaliz.

Meanwhile, Adrian G. Zapata and Thomas Angelo E. Monasterio IV won the Highest Bronze for the Young Chef Challenge, for which they were assisted by Amie Margaret Nazareno and coached by Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko.  

Mikaela Margaret N. Dimaano also won the Highest Bronze in the Dress the Cake category. She was assisted by Arianna Ysabel A. Pascual and coached by Chef Everest De Leon and Chef Maria Karmel Grace A. Labay.  

For the Wedding Cakes Display Category, Sophia Lorenz P. Aga won Bronze. She was assisted by Atasha Bettina T. Delgado, Zyd Marcee Esguerra, Joaquin Gabriel C. Robles, and Sean Gabrielle B. Sunga. Chef Reinald A. Andaya served as her coach.  

Daniel Zoe V. Dalipe won Bronze in the US Poultry category and was assisted by Earl Joshua Lipata and coached by Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko.

Student delegates who represented UST in other competitions are as follows: Rod Fredric S. Villamarin competed in the Creative Breakfast Challenge, assisted by Alexis John R. Se帽oron and coached by Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko; For the Filipino Cuisine Challenge, Von Marion C. Cabrera and Alan Jefri Macaraeg, assisted by Joab Tan and coached by Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko and Chef Reinald A. Andaya, for the Filipino Cuisine Challenges. Emilio Andres P. Aganinta participated in the Pasta Category, assisted by Patrick Jericho G. Perez and coached by Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko. In the Plant-Based Diet Meals Category, Sophia Isabelle V. Hernandez was a participant. She was assisted by John Anthony J. Sincero, and coached by Chef Ramona Olga D. Ko.

The Philippine Culinary Cup is an internationally recognized platform that highlights the skills and talents of Filipino Chefs and is the only World Chefs Certified Competition in the country.

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As co-host, CTHM handled the Culinary Challenge Competition Briefing, held on March 3, 2024, at the Buenaventura Garcia Paredes, O.P. (BGPOP) Building鈥檚 Multi-function Room (MFR), while the Food Styling & Photography Competition was also held at the BGPOP Lobby and Mezzanine on March 23, 2024. Both events were internally organized by the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (CTHM) 3HCE1鈥檚 Solasta Productions, led by Mr. Wyett White Lee as the course facilitator and Mr. Rod Fredric S. Villamarin as the Overall Chairperson, as part of their partial fulfillment of the requirements for THM52027: Introduction to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events Management.

The highly anticipated event commenced with a remarkable turnout, welcoming 3,074 guests on its opening, where The 91性息港 Chorus of Arts and Letters set the tone for the event with a moving invocation followed by a stirring rendition of the national anthem.

The expo’s opening statements were delivered by a roster of prominent figures who have played pivotal roles in the agriculture and food industry. Among them were Mr. Roberto Angelo O. Amores II, Director of PhilFoodEx; Hon. Cynthia A. Villar, the Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food; Hon. Francisco Tiu P. Laurel Jr., Secretary of the Department of Agriculture; Mr. William Tiu Lim, also a Director of PhilFoodEx; and Mr. Sergio Ortiz Luiz, President of the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. Their insights set a forward-thinking agenda for the expo, emphasizing the importance of innovation, sustainability, and collaboration in the food sector.

The three days featured culinary competitions such as the Philippine Regional Table Setting Competition, Kitchen Masters, PINASarap Breakfast, Modern Filipino Dessert, Healthy Pasta, Mystery Ingredient, and the UST Dream Team competition, featuring 2nd to 3rd year Culinary Entrepreneurship and Hospitality Leadership students from the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management. The PFE Knowledge Challenge also debuted during this year鈥檚 expo, challenging students鈥� knowledge on various topics.

Additionally, Dr. Reinald A. Andaya, CHE, a UST CTHM Academic Staff and the Laboratory Coordinator, held a seminar on the third day called 鈥淣amit Gid!: Iloilo City’s Journey for the UNESCO Creative City on Gastronomy.鈥�

The culinary competitions were hosted by Mr. Louis San Sebastian and Ms. Clarisse Ricablanca, 3rd-year Culinary Entrepreneurship students from UST CTHM. On the other hand, the PFE Knowledge Challenge was hosted by Mr. Louis Anjello Cheng and Ms. Anna Mae Pa帽o, also from the same college.

The final day’s highlight was the awarding ceremony, a moment of recognition and appreciation for all participants who represented their schools with pride and passion.

The 16th Philippine Food Expo was organized by the Philippine Food Processors and Exporters Inc. (PHILFOODEX) and Cut Unlimited Inc. It is supported by 3HCE1’s Solasta Productions of the UST CTHM as partnered organizers and student marshalls.

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Different individuals and professionals in the Philippine beverage industry were invited to share their expertise, such as Mr. Arnel Sulangsawa (Bartender, Coconut Grove, Admiral Hotel Manila), Ms. Camille Tiongco (Head Bartender, Bar Flora Quezon City), Mr. Rian Asidao (Diageo, Brand Ambassador, Johnny Walker, and Alumnus, UST CTHM), and members of the Whisky Live Team, Mr. Kris Ong (Singlemalt PH), Mr. Jaz Jan Juan (The Spirits Library), and Mr. Ramil Quinonez (Pinoytender Mgt.).

More than broadening the student鈥檚 knowledge about the world of whiskey from the sagacious talks delivered by our esteemed mentors, the selected BS Hospitality Management students who triumphed during the first phase of the event were also able to exemplify dynamism as they displayed astounding showmanship in crafting whiskey-based cocktails.

Ms. Mary Angel D. Elacion, Academic Staff from the Department of Hospitality Management, also spearheaded the event. The event also acknowledged the CTHM student participants for the Whiskey Live and Bar Show, which will happen on October 27 and 28, 2023 (Friday and Saturday) at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel. The student participants are Luke Adriano (BS Hospitality Management major in Culinary Entrepreneurship) and Louis Anjello Cheng (BS Hospitality Management major in Hospitality Leadership).

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The following are the award-winning Thomasians, together with their Academic Staff Coaches:

Napkin Folding 鈥� Gold Medal

Tamika O. Okubo

Coach: Ms. Mary Angel D. Elacion

Travel and Tours 鈥� Gold Medal

Jhezel Reign M. Vergara and Simon Joshua Tinsay

Coaches: Mr. Arnulfo Ricardo A. Butiong, Ms. Catherine C. Mondejar, and Ms. Maria Christina Dolor E. Villarin

Baby Cakes 鈥� Silver Medal

Mikaela Margaret N. Dimaano

Coaches: Ms. Kathlyn Tisha G. Ortaliz, Ms. Maria Karmel Grace A. Labay, and Mr. Kristian Kristoffer A. Roque

Bellman’s Hour 鈥� Silver Medal

Maureen Joyce M. Teodoro

Coach: Mr. Juanito Luis S. Reyes

Best Modern / Traditional Recipe (Pinakbet) 鈥� Silver Medal

Angelo Gabrielle J. Lati and Danica A. Lara

Coaches: Mr. Reinald A. Andaya and Ms. Ramona Olga D. Ko

Coffee Concoction (Student) 鈥� Silver Medal

Louis Anjello A. Cheng

Coaches: Ms. Kathleen Fernandez and Ms. Mary Angel D. Elacion

Events Planning 鈥� Silver Medal

Kyle Alexandra A. Mararac, Krishna Andrei O. Martinzo , Aaron R. Pajo, Andrea Marie P. Siapoc, and Solomon M. Santiago

Coaches: Asst. Prof. Maria Concepcion A. Ang and Mr. John Jerick C. Santos

Floral Design Centerpiece 鈥� Silver Medal

Mathew R. Pe帽arroyo

Coach: Mr. Karl R. Baroro

Panghimagas (Kakanin Flambe) 鈥� Silver Medal

Rod Fredric C. Villamarin

Coaches: Ms. Maria Theresa B. Resurreccion and Mr. Reinald A. Andaya

Klasika Moderna Kulinarya 鈥� Silver Medal

Daniel V. Dalipe, Sofia Angela M. Paja, and Adrian G. Zapata

Coaches: Mr. Reinald A. Andaya and Ms. Ramona Olga D. Ko

Mocktail Mixing 鈥� Silver Medal

Eisabella Joy R. Baleva

Coaches: Ms. Mary Angel D. Elacion

Wedding Cake 鈥� Silver Medal

Franchezka A. De Roxas, Ma. Sophia Lorenz P. Aga, and Chandelle Abegail R. Silvestre

Coaches: Mr. Kristian Kristoffer A. Roque and Ms. Maria Karmel Grace A. Labay

Coffee Concoction (Professional) 鈥� Bronze – Highest Award

Ms. Allane Angela M. Manuel

Coach: Ms. Kathleen Fernandez

Pasta and Sauce Showdown 鈥� Bronze Medal

Emilio Andres P. Aganinta and Sophia Isabelle V. Hernandez

Coaches: Mr. Danillo P. Bustillos II and Ms. Ramona Olga D. Ko

Pralines 鈥� Diploma

Patricia Beatrice D. Penoliar

Coach: Mr. Elijah J. Coronado

The College also joined other competitions, such as the Annual HRT Quiz Bee represented by Rhev Jaerey M. Ricafrente, Justin Bryle V. James, and Marian Desiree S. Bayani. They were coached by Dr. Fhamela F. Sarmiento, Asst. Prof. Jane G. Devanadera, and Mr. Jame Monren T. Mercado. Another competition is the cocktail category represented by Norween B. Ardina and coached by Mr. Ramil M. Qui帽ones.

The competition was under the celebration of the Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism (HRT) Week organized by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Baguio (HRAB). The event is also part of the celebration of the World Tourism Month and Baguio City鈥檚 114^th Charter Anniversary.

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De Roxas of 4HCE3 crafted the Thai Basil Chicken with Layered Squash Curry Puff appetizer, while Lati of 4HCE2 made the Chayote and Chicken in Herb Broth soup. In the Main Course, Mr. Daniel Dalipe of 3HCE presented his Cereal Chicken and Shrimp with Nasi Goreng and Sambal Vegetables.

Ms. Ramona Olga D. Ko served as the faculty coach. The team was also guided by Chef Reynald Andaya.

The theme of the competition, organized by the Commission on Higher Education – NCR, was “Highlighting the ASEAN Founding Countries (Freestyle Cooking)”.

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Pano was joined by Aaron Joseph C. Fandi帽o (Lyceum of the Philippines University) and Jeff Lander E. Fabilane (Far Eastern University) together with their Staff Advisor, Mr. Sebastian Kuchler from EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality, Switzerland. The members of the team received a $AUS1500 bursary toward study offered by any member of THE-ICE,a free registration on the Certification in Advanced Hospitality and Tourism Industry Analytics (CAHTA) offered by STR SHARE Center, and a free registration on the Hospitality Business Acumen (HBA) Certificate program offered by Russell Partnership Technology.

Meanwhile James was joined by Ashlyn Kumar (The University of the South Pacific, Fiji), Brandur Ingi Stefnsson (Cesar Ritz Colleges Switzerland), and Patricia Marie F. Pecson (Far Eastern University), together with their Staff Advisor, Ms. Maria Juillet Ang of the Lyceum of the Philippines University. The team members received free registration on the Hospitality Business Acumen (HBA) Certificate program offered by Russell Partnership Technology.

The students were also assisted by the UST CTHM鈥檚 internal coaches, Mr. Wyett White T. Lee, Mr. Dennis D. Lemsic, and Ms. Katherine Camille A. Nagal from the Department of Hospitality Management.

Check the report from the event organizers here:

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The seminar-workshop is designed to develop quality standards for good customer relationships between service providers and its guests. Its primary goal is to provide technical and developmental skills in establishing globally competitive frontliners.

The lectures were conducted by academic staff of CTHM. Asst. Prof. Joreen T. Rocamora, Ph.D., the Director of the UST Office of Public Affairs, gave a lecture on 鈥淒esigning Effective Techniques in Customer Service and Illustrating the Significance of Applied Communication Theories.鈥�

Asst. Prof. Maria Concepcion A. Ang from the CTHM Department of Tourism Management, focused on 鈥淒isplaying Effective Tools in Customer Relationship.鈥�

The CTHM Assistant Dean Assoc. Prof. Evangeline E. Timbang, Ph.D., also served as a trainer and she lectured on 鈥淒esigning Effective Techniques in Customer Handling Management and the Value of Tourism and Customer Service.鈥�

During the Closing Ceremony, Mr. Randall R. Lozano, the President of Radenta Technologies, Inc., highlighted the need of Information Technology (IT) experts of the company to develop their soft skills in communication and hospitality.

UST Sentro Turismo through its Extension Services Hub engages in formal and informal education by offering graduate certificate workshops, training sessions, and seminars for clientele in the tourism, hospitality and allied industries.

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In her talk entitled 鈥淩edefining Hospitality Business Management in the Next Norm,鈥� Prof. Cathy Hsu from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University鈥檚 School of Hotel and Tourism Management said that a 鈥渃omprehensive and rigorous鈥� qualitative approach in topics such as post-pandemic consumer behavior validates research findings.

Additionally, qualitative research is uncommon in the tourism industry with a decreased credibility unlike in anthropological and sociological areas, as highlighted by Prof. Jerome Agrusa from the University of Hawaii, in his talk entitled 鈥淩edefining Tourism on the Next Norm.鈥� Agrusa urged flexibility among research approaches that shared four constructs such as truth value, applicability, consistency, and neutrality to remedy over-tourism and promote regenerative tourism, a trend of sharing one goal. Flexible research approaches can ensure tourism sustainability and viability from economic downturns such as exploitation of destinations and workers, he added.

Citing the eye-tracking and facial expression analysis, Hsu also highlighted the credibility of quantitative research due to its objective approach to determine the psychophysiological methods over qualitative approaches such as interviews and surveys. She also warned against a potential inaccuracy of qualitative methods, as it is only limited to subjective emotions.

The lectures were part of the weeklong Philippine International Tourism and Hospitality Research Conference 2023 (PITH-ReCon 2023).

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