What started as a simple venture sharing delicious “pulutan” (finger food) with friends has grown into a celebrated brand in Cavite—this is the journey of Ms. Rhea Santillan and her business, Lucky Food Services (Pat & Kat Pork Chicharon). Starting from humble beginnings, their pork chicharon quickly gained popularity and was recognized as one of continue reading : Pat & Kat Pork Chicharon: from simple pulutan to a celebrated brand
Kaiser Roleen R. Mendoza, a graduate of Business Administration with a specialization in Entrepreneurial Management, always harboured a dream of reviving his family’s legacy. Founded by his grandmother in 1977, 3 Cousins Digman Halo-Halo once delighted local palates with its unique and homemade ingredients. Sadly, the business shuttered its doors in 1988. Unbowed by setbacks, continue reading : 3 Cousins Digman Halo-Halo: A family recipe turned frozen sensation
Magellan Kaong Farm Products Manufacturing is a testament to the power of tradition and love. Owned by Rhodora Espineli, also known as Rhoda from Magallanes, Cavite, the business is recognized by the Slow Food Community Cavite for its Kaong Vinegar. It upholds traditional production methods, preserving the natural and distinctive taste of kaong. Beyond vinegar, continue reading : The Vinegar Venture: From Tart to Triumph
Mrs. Mary Grace Sanarez went to China in 2000 as a dependent of her husband. During her stay abroad, her family frequently hosted feasts and served tapa to visitors. Not only did her family crave the tapa recipe, but so did her friends and acquaintances. Tapa became a beloved comfort food for them, inspiring her continue reading : A Pandemic Grace: Success Story of Gracia’s Tapsihan
City of Imus, Cavite – The story of Toclong’s 1st Multi-Purpose Cooperative is a testament to adaptability, vision, and an unwavering commitment to meeting the needs of its community. Founded in 1982, the cooperative began as Samahang Nayon ng Magsasaka, later transitioned into a Lending Cooperative, and eventually evolved into a Multi-Purpose Cooperative in July continue reading : From Financial Services to Flavor: The Story of Toclong’s 1st Multi-Purpose Cooperative’s Growth
INDANG, CAVITE – The story of Daine 1 & 2 Farmers Association Inc. is a remarkable tale of growth, resilience, and community spirit. Founded in 2017 under the visionary leadership of Mr. Rodrigo N. Medrano, the association began with just 20 members. Alongside Mr. Medrano were dedicated officers including Vice President Noriel B. Bergonio, Secretary continue reading : Growing Together: The Daine 1 & 2 Farmers’ Path to Progress
In response to the request of the Office of the Sangguniang Kabataan of Brgy. Uno, Carmona, Cavite, DTI Cavite conducted an Entrepreneurial Mindset and Financial Literacy Seminar entitled “KITA-KITA” at Brgy. Uno Poblacion, Carmona City, Cavite on June 20, 2024. Through the help of Resource Speaker, Ms. Analyn Varias of DTI Cavite, 16 Out-of-School Youths continue reading : Out-of-School-Youths from Carmona attend KITA-KITA Entrepreneurial Mindset and Financial Literacy Seminar
A new chapter in empowering local entrepreneurs was unveiled on January 27, 2025, as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the City of Dasmariñas LGU celebrated the grand launch of the OTOP (One Town, One Product) Store located at UG Floor, SM City Dasmariñas, Brgy. Sampaloc 1, City of Dasmariñas, Cavite. The event continue reading : DTI Cavite opens 1st OTOP Store in SM Malls in CALABARZON
Minister Rechie Valdez of Canada’s Small Business Department, accompanied by Canadian Ambassador David Hartman and Chair of the Canada-Philippines Inter-Parliamentary Group MP Marco Mendicino, visited the Catalyste+ MSME partners, the Magallanes Women’s Club Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MAWCO), and the TIKME Food Processors Association on July 23, 2024. The visit aimed to assess the progress of the continue reading : Canadian government representatives visit Magallanes, Cavite for CATALYSTE + program assessment
The journey of Keith “Chicoi” Gonzales is marked by incredible resilience and determination. With a diploma in IT, Chicoi recognized a gap in his town’s market for computer repair services in 2014. With just scrap wood, old tables, a borrowed laptop, and 600 pesos, he managed to build a thriving computer repair business. Despite the continue reading : Redefining Success: The Journey of Kuku Express