Limketkai Luxe Hotel and Liceo de Cagayan University retained their overall championship in the Professional and Student Divisions, respectively, during the recently concluded 3-day KUMBIRA 2024, Northern Mindanao’s largest culinary event, held October 16 to 18 at The Atrium of Limketkai Mall. The 28th edition of this culinary showcase was organized by the Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant Association (COHARA). The theme for this year’s event was “Keeping Traditions, Brewing Innovations.” FULL LIST OF WINNERS BELOW.
OVERALL CHAMPION PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
- Champion: Limketkai Luxe Hotel
- 1st Runner-up: Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant
OVERALL CHAMPION STUDENTS CATEGORY
- Champion: Liceo de Cagayan University
- 1st Runner-up: Tagoloan Community College
- 2nd Runner-up: Central Mindanao University
KUMBIRA MASTERS
KUMBIRA Bar Master
- Champion: Juzel Narvaez (Limketkai Luxe Hotel)
- 1st Runner-up: Javier Manalastas (Limketkai Luxe Hotel)
- 2nd Runner-up: Alvin Somine (House of Yang)
KUMBIRA Brew Master
- Champion: James Gabriel Ranan (Mata Micro-Roastery and Cafe)
- 1st Runner-up: Ritchie Sabio
- 2nd Runner-up: Felix Malhin III (Lifeline Coffee Brewers)
KUMBIRA Cake Master
- Champion: Alnaser Ong Idjiran (Tsokoleyt Ganash Cakestries and Savories)
- 1st Runner-up: Mark Davyn Pacho (Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology)
- 2nd Runner-up: Nelie Romarate (Bonnie Cakes and Pastries)
KUMBIRA Chef Master
- Champion: Ace Agustin Reyes (Limketkai Luxe Hotel)
- 1st Runner-up: Fretchie Monelar (Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant)
- 2nd Runner-up: Lloyd Daniel Amba (Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant)
Browse over the competition winners below.
REGIONAL RECIPE CHALLENGE
STUDENT CATEGORY
Best Regional Ingredient – Rice
- USTP Claveria (Jenmary Mae Mapalo, Maui Guzman) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Riana Kyra Ariate, Jureem Karyll Von Creer) – SILVER
- Tagoloan Community College – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Czarina Anne Yamaro, Raambon Glenn Tupas) – SILVER
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade – BRONZE
- Philippine College Foundation (Jay-ar Paderes, William Alpas) – BRONZE
- MSU-Naawan – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology – DIPLOMA
Best Traditional Cooking Technique – Chicken Pastil
- Central Mindanao University (Joven Henares, Rey Mark Quinlat) – GOLD
- Saint Columban College (Joshua Monceda, Jay Malanog) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Nathaniel Mercado, Branstein Lloyd Bocter) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Venz Jeric Ocate, Charity Mae Llagas) – BRONZE
- Tagoloan Community College (Gracelyn Pagongpong, Jessa Ann Canatoy) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Clemente Ronulo III, Michael Jasonm Dagohoy) – BRONZE
- Lourdes College – BRONZE
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology – BRONZE
- Philippine College Foundation – BRONZE
- USTP Claveria – DIPLOMA
- MSU-Naawan – DIPLOMA
Best Regional Ingredient – Suwa
- MSU Naawan (Menjielyn Dechos) – GOLD
- USTP Claveria (Ariane Mae Centino) – SILVER
- Central Mindanao University (Adam Shein Algarme) – SILVER
- Tagoloan Community College (Harold Gabatan) – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Cyril Embudo) – DIPLOMA
Regional Fruit Jam/Preserve – Langka
- Central Mindanao University (Floed Ryan Cordova) – GOLD
- MSU Naawan (Leo Nicole Baslot) – SILVER
- Central Mindanao University (Angel Rose Salinasal) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Kazzandra Miguela) – SILVER
- Tagoloan Community College (Stephen Dave Cagbay) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Fairy Lyn Tomada) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Jellan Blanila) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Roque Concepcion Jr) – SILVER
- USTP Claveria (Josephus Sadicon) – SILVER
- Caraga State University – Cabadbaran (Neko Delloia) – BRONZE
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
Best Regional Ingredient – Rice
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Ma. Teresa Laplana, Cendy Claire Rocero) – GOLD
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Flynn Magdua, Richard Cuerquiz) – SILVER
- Kavanah Haven Resort (Jonilo Manuel, Rafael Jose Gutierrez) – BRONZE
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Evert Aba, Mark Dixen Gutierrez) – DIPLOMA
Best Traditional Cooking Technique – Chicken Pastil
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Elena Castro Pascua, Leorendo Echavez) – SILVER
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade (Louie Akut, Ruth Lavictoria) – SILVER
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (June Arvin Quijal, Ajenette Golosino) – BRONZE
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Gabriel Gonzaga, Nutma Pacilula) – BRONZE
- Ultra Winds Mountain Resort – BRONZE
Best Regional Ingredient – Suwa
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (John Roger Cataluna) – GOLD
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Kristian Jeriko Nacalaban) – GOLD
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Ghandi Raagas) – GOLD
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Apple Grace Susana) – SILVER
- Dahon Restobar (Jason Adrianne Suralta) – BRONZE
Regional Fruit Jam/Preserve – Langka
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Jomar Mamaran) – SILVER
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Vaughn Senalista) – SILVER
- University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (Limuel Magallon) – SILVER
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Jessabelle Salcedo) – BRONZE
- New Dawn Hotel Plus (Jibe Jacob) – BRONZE
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Lelibeth Mante) – BRONZE
DINING SERVICES
STUDENT CATEGORY
Table Setting w/ Floral Centerpiece
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Aliyah Mae Enerio, Ayessa Gloryan Garcia) – GOLD
- Tagoloan Community College (Dexter Waniwan, Airys Banuag) – SILVER
- Philippine College Foundation (Nyl Villalon, Marjurey Reyes) – SILVER
- Vineyard International Polytechnic College (Marjo Ladao, Divine Grave Cabudoy) – BRONZE
- MSU Naawan (Annika Navio, Angel Zabala) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University – BRONZE
- Central Mindanao University – BRONZE
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology – BRONZE
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade – DIPLOMA
Buffet Table Centerpiece with a Theme
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Cyril Dy, Abdul Hakim Derico) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Jhanna Jane Najos, Jay Abugatal) – SILVER
- Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology (Erwin Albolario Jr, E-H Michael Asentista) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Bejay Ranido, Shichonny Thea Padilla) – SILVER
- Central Mindanao University (Dolly Kate Mondia, Rjay Lampa) – SILVER
- Tagoloan Community College (Maria Christina Misal, Richmond Botel) – SILVER
- MSU Naawan (Kheana Marie Densing, James Mario Cruz) – SILVER
- USTP Claveria (Michael Salvana, Ehra Daigon) – SILVER
- Saint Columban College (Wilfredo Dizon Jr, Chris John Buston) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Bernadette de Lapus, James Roy Ganet) – BRONZE
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade (Danica Sambaan, Mekila Loreto) – BRONZE
- Philippine College Foundation (Mark Lee Florencio, Arnold Celestino) – BRONZE
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
Table Setting w/ Floral Centerpiece
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Radel Visto, Dian Cresille Rose Latayada) – SILVER
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Lea Mae Aboda, Jaylord Tero) – BRONZE
- Ultra Winds Mountain Resort (Marlou Isidro, Melchor Malolot) – BRONZE
Buffet Table Centerpiece with a Theme
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Nova Shellom Dagdagan, Mark Anthony Pasilan) – GOLD
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Lea Mae Aboda, Jaylord Tero) – BRONZE
PASTRY AND DESSERTS
STUDENT CATEGORY
Baby Cakes – Freestyle
- USTP Claveria (Jean Hallazgo) – GOLD
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Maria Nicole Tadlas) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Paul Menard Pasubillo) – SILVER
- Tagoloan Community College (Kenaniah Kale Guzman) – SILVER
- Central Mindanao University (Kim Ryan Simaurio) – BRONZE
- Philippine College Foundation (Melody Mariquit) – BRONZE
- Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology (Mark Davyn Pacho) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Raphael Louis Lao) – BRONZE
- MSU Naawan (Maria Nicole Tojong) – BRONZE
- Saint Columban College (Rey Majorocon II) – BRONZE
- Caraga State University – Cabadbaran (Elizabeth Tejero) – BRONZE
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade (Maria Christy Jean Maboloc ) – BRONZE
Regional Kakanin Platter
- Tagoloan Community College (Shiela Marie Palomar) – SILVER
- MSU Naawan (Kathleen Jane Labucay) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Cherry Balagonza) – BRONZE
- USTP Claveria (Gay Mahre Gener) – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Vanessa Liloc) – DIPLOMA
- University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (Nicka May Gamayon) – DIPLOMA
- Saint Columban College (Mac Delmar Bunque) – DIPLOMA
- Philippine College Foundation (Edna Galon) – DIPLOMA
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Reyson Kharl Tadena) – DIPLOMA
Bread Showpiece Theme ‘Salu-Salo’
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Arielle Honica Vargas, Khalil Vincent Mabagal) – GOLD
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Danika Danielle Labrado, Kelly Ann Dadole) – SILVER
- Tagoloan Community College (Jeffrey Buhion, Methyl Grace Fuentes) – BRONZE
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
Baby Cakes – Freestyle
- Cake of Cabs (Jomar Bitoy) – SILVER
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Rayshyl Rose Sibi) – SILVER
Regional Kakanin Platter
- Cafe Leone Modern Restaurant (Bernardson Pagute) – SILVER
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Joseidel Galit) – SILVER
- New Dawn Hotel Plus (Felix Lirazan) – BRONZE
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Mary Jean Belhot) – BRONZE
Bread Showpiece Theme ‘Salu-Salo’
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Perlito Edrolin, Stephen James Tisocan) – SILVER
BAR / BEVERAGE SERVICES
STUDENT CATEGORY
Flairtending Tandem
- North Eastern Mindanao State University – Lianga (Ronilo Polancos, Arnel Plazo) – GOLD
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Troyer Sogoc, Joseph Jann Abregana) – GOLD
- Central Mindanao University (Breanna Sophia Gawilan, Elkia Marie Gabia) – GOLD
- Caraga State University – Cabadbaran (Dem Florenz Patagoc, Exiber Bacalso Jr) – SILVER
- Philippine College Foundation (Markly Florencio, Shakira Malimit) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Rodel de Luna, Moira Ricci Rodriguez) – BRONZE
- DMC College Foundation, Inc. (Reca Jen Latoreno Carandang, Sancai Sumalpong Tigmo) – DIPLOMA
- Tagoloan Community College (Shan Oliver Lolo, Mark Khen Valde) – DIPLOMA
- Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology (Mark Kevin Monterola, Elvie Abenido) – DIPLOMA
- Central Mindanao University (Amor Julie Ramal, Christiani Uy) – DIPLOMA
- Saint Columban College (Reymar Bayo, Melisa Ventura) – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Delmar Cagampang, Rex John Paul Queriado) – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Michael Roberto Sapino, Hans Masaru Cabisan) – DIPLOMA
Mocktails Mixing – Regional Fresh Fruit Juices
- Tagoloan Community College (Alexandra Yuri Bulaong) – GOLD
- Lourdes College (Rowel Rafael Jandayan Jumalon) – SILVER
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade (Irene Joy Libay) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Michael Roberto Sapino) – SILVER
- Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology (Robert Adrian Tancogo) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Kit Jasper Tawakal) – BRONZE
- Golden Heritage Polytechnic College (Jasmine Quinones) – BRONZE
- Central Mindanao University (Anna Marie Lagua) – BRONZE
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Hans Masaru Cabisan) – BRONZE
- DMC College Foundation, Inc. (Yancy Pepinas Baron) – BRONZE
- Caraga State University – Cabadbaran (Alexer Acejan) – BRONZE
- University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (Earl Paul Zuluaga ) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Prince Dave Salvador) – DIPLOMA
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
Mocktails Mixing – Regional Fresh Fruit Juices
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Sheila Mae Salcedo) – SILVER
- DMC College Foundation, Inc. (Kent Aniñon) – SILVER
- Ultra Winds Mountain Resort (Janlord Philip Bacalso) – SILVER
HOTEL SERVICES
STUDENT CATEGORY
Hotel Lobby Floral Centerpiece with a Theme
- Tagoloan Community College (Jyssa Maye Cozo, Vincent John Licayan) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Rolyn Quitua, Jove Love Bejasa) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Paulette Tan, Lea Kathrina Padero) – SILVER
- Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trade (Milque Rose Cape, Angel Ostria) – SILVER
- Amhara Technical Training Institute (Gardson Famacion Jr, Joana Dumago) – SILVER
- Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology (Ernesto Muños, Jericho Senados) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Shenah Jane Colaste, Clarisse Ann Biaten) – SILVER
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
Hotel Lobby Floral Centerpiece with a Theme
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Arvin Estoconing, Joel Solde) – GOLD
- New Dawn Hotel Plus (Ronnel Salapano, Anthony Cagandi) – SILVER
MINDANAO COFFEE FESTIVAL
STUDENT CATEGORY
Latte Art Competition
- University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (Marcus Edrolin) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Czar Harold Velasco) – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Bryan Rey Orojales) – DIPLOMA
PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY
Latte Art Competition
- Adabrew Cafe (Jerry Donato) – GOLD
- Biga Garden Cafe (John Lloyd Pasa) – SILVER
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Jhon Crisvelle Alimoren) – BRONZE
- Hi-Beans Cafe (Junard del Rosario) – DIPLOMA
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Dan Matthew Sumicad) – DIPLOMA
- Ultra Winds Mountain Resort (Meriam Selma) – DIPLOMA
- Limketkai Luxe Hotel (Alken Jay Tan) – DIPLOMA
KIDDIE DIVISION (7-12 yrs old)
Pinoy Sandwich Ba-on
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Margaret Deneb Almarez, Stanley Keith Kamoto) – GOLD
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Myel Anika Peleyo, Jeus Raphael Borja) – SILVER
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Adre James Talian, Kian Marcus Dagala) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Ethan Fritz Tagapulot, Andrea Therese Miranda) – DIPLOMA
Fresh Fruit Platter with Dip
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Yohan Louis Maandig, Ma. Bettina Benitez) – BRONZE
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Leila Vhineez Go, Vyrhawnica Niv Bhara) – DIPLOMA
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Elijah Joacquin Salugsugan, Norwaliyyah Wahab) – DIPLOMA
JUNIOR DIVISION (13-17 yrs old)
Humba with Rice
- Kong Hua School (Dawsynne Cassie Amper, Cursive August Monsanto) – SILVER
- Kong Hua School (Ella Shaina Yu Solima, Nathan Robben Sia Tan) – BRONZE
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Shanniah Jhaine Cagalitan, Allysa Jayne Bangcas) – BRONZE
- MSU Naawan Integrated Development School – IDS Phoenix (Josh Matthew Jagonia, Jordana Carmelle Minoza) – DIPLOMA
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Ronniel Juarez, Adrian Azarcon) – DIPLOMA
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Bethy Mae Apdian, Kiel Ramonida) – DIPLOMA
- Misamis Oriental Institute of Science & Technology (Nicole Alexis Zaballero, Ma. Nina Roa) – DIPLOMA
Pastries and Dessert – ‘Pineapple Tarts’
- Kong Hua School (Charleston Zacch Ramirez, Leowill Fernandez) – GOLD
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Shanea Pagapular, Frahney Nicole Bana) – SILVER
- Liceo de Cagayan University (Jamella Torniado, Mary Klenneth Jinayon) – BRONZE
- MSU Naawan Integrated Development School – IDS Phoenix (Ashley Joy Sanchez, Alyssa Jeanne Jagonia) – BRONZE
BARANGAY COOKING CHALLENGE
Best Sinuglaw
- Barangay Macabalan (Gabriel Gonzaga) – CHAMPION
Read last year’s results below.
