September 2, 2025
Congratulations to Hazel Necole J. Minerva from the SBLC College of Hospitality and Tourism Management, mentored by Dr. Angelito Fanggo, Program Chair, for winning the Bronze Award in the Cocktail Challenge: The Talking Bartender at the COCOlinarya Turismo 2025. COCOlinarya Turismo 2025 is a 3-day intercollegiate competition to showcase the country’s best in Hospitality, Culinary Arts and Tourism. This event was held at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City. Participants include different schools across the Philippines like the University of the Philippines, University of Santo Tomas, Lyceum of the Philippines, National University, Pangasinan State University, Batangas State University, and Cavite State University, among others. The event was presented by COHREP National, Philippine Coconut Authority, Department of Trade and Industry, and Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan with Region IV, NCR and NISC. This achievement highlights the passion and excellence of SBLCians in the field of Hospitality and Tourism.