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LICEO U HAILED OVERALL CHAMPION IN KUMBIRA

Liceo de Cagayan University has once again proven its excellence in culinary and hospitality management after being hailed the overall champion during the KUMBIRA 2024, held from October 16 to 18 at the Lim Ketkai Atrium.

With the theme "Keeping Traditions, Brewing Innovations," the event highlighted the remarkable talents of Liceo U students, who competed with dedication, creativity, and passion. This victory marks the university’s 8th overall championship in the prestigious competition, further cementing its legacy of excellence in the culinary and hospitality industry.

Here’s the list of winners and coaches:

𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍:
GOLD MEDALISTS
Table Setting with Floral Centerpiece
Aliyah Mae Enerio & Ayessa Gloryan Garcia
Coach: Sherryl Paculaba

Bread Showpiece Theme - Salu Salo
Arielle Honica Vargas & Khalil Vincent Mabagal
Coach: Redemtor Santos Jr.

Flairtending Tandem
Troyer Sogoc & Joseph Jann Abregana
Coach: Prenelei Vasquez

SILVER MEDALISTS
Best Regional Ingredient - Rice
Riana Kyra Ariate, Jureem Karyll Von Creer, Czarina Anne Yamaro & Raambon Demison Glenn Tupas
Coach: Chef Rey Primitivo Capul Jr.

Tradition/Modern Cooking Technique - Chicken Pastil
Nathaniel Mercado & Branstein Lloyd Bocter
Coach: Rachel Abogatal

Regional Fruit Jam/Preserve - Langka
Fairy Lyn Tomada & Roque Concepcion Jr.
Coach: Chef Rey Primitivo Capul Jr.

Buffet Table Centerpiece with a Theme
Cyril Dy & Abdul Hakim Derico
Coach: Dr. Paolo Querol



Baby Cakes - Freestyle
Maria Nicolle Tadlas
Coach: Redemtor Santos Jr.

Bread Showpiece Theme - Salu Salo
Kelly Ann Dadole & Danika Danielle Labrado
Coach: Redemtor Santos Jr.

Hotel Lobby Floral Centerpiece with a Theme
Shenah Jane Colaste, Clarisse Ann Biaten, Paulette Tan & Lea Kathrina Padero
Coach: Dr. Paolo Querol

BRONZE MEDALISTS
Tradition/Modern Cooking Technique - Chicken Pastil
Clemente Ronulo III & Michael Jason Dagohoy
Coach: Rachel Abogatal

Table Setting with Floral Centerpiece
Corinth Jay Sevilla & Rachel Lumacad
Coach: Dr. Paolo Querol

Buffet Table Centerpiece with a Theme
Bernadette Delapos & James Roy Ganet
Coach: Dr. Paolo Querol

Baby Cakes Freestyle
Raphael Louise Lao
Coach: Redemtor Santos Jr.

Regional Kakanin Platter
Cherry Balagonza
Coach: Redemtor Santos Jr.

Flairtending Tandem
Rodel de Luna & Moira Ricci Rodriguez
Coach: Prenelei Vasquez

Mocktails Mixing - Regional Fresh Fruit Juices
Kit Jasper Tawakal
Coach: Vanessa Grace F. Tamse

DIPLOMA AWARDEES
Regional Kakanin Platter
Reyson Kharl Tadena
Coach: Redemtor Santos Jr.


Latte Art
Czar Harold Velasco
Coach: Vanessa Grace Tamse

Mocktails Mixing - Regional Fresh Fruit Juices
Prince Dave Salvador
Coach: Vanessa Grace Tamse

𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍:
SILVER MEDALISTS
Pineapple tart 
Shanea D. Pagapular
Frahney Nicole R. Bana

BRONZE MEDALISTS
Pineapple tart 
Mary Klenneth L. Jinayon
Jamella B. Torniado 

DIPLOMA AWARDEES
Humba with Rice

4TH PLACER:
Ronniel Juarez 
Adrian B. Azarcon 

5TH PLACER:
Bethy Mae M. Apdian
Kiel O. Ramonida

Coaches:
Estermay Andales
Mary Wynn Ann S. Lim

𝐊𝐈𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍:
PINOY BAON SANDWICH 
GOLD MEDALISTS
Margarette Deneb Almarez 
Stanley Keith C. Kamoto

SILVER MEDALISTS
Myel Anika S. Peleyo 
Jeus Raphael Borja

DIPLOMA AWARDEES
Ethan Fritz Tagapulot 
Andrea Therese A. Miranda

FRUIT PLATTER WITH DIP 
BRONZE AWARDEES
Yohan Louis D. Maandig 
Ma. Bettina D. Benitez

DIPLOMA AWARDEES
Leila Vhineez C. Go 
Vyrhawnica T. Barra 
Elijah Joazquin Salugsugan 
Norwaliyyah T. Wahab

Special recognition goes to the School of Business, Management, and Accountancy, Senior High School, and Grade School Departments, led by Dean Dr. Felsa A. Labis, Mrs. Grace C. Mesias, and Dr. Melody R. Dano, respectively, along with their faculty, staff, and coaches, for their dedication, support, and guidance, which were crucial in preparing our students for this achievement.

This feat solidifies Liceo U’s status as a premier institution in culinary and hospitality education.

Adelante, Liceans!

By: Marketing and Communications