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!