Hello, my dear co-Hivers.
Picture yourself surrounded by an irresistible array of mouthwatering dishes, anywhere you set your eyes on that long, wide street. 🍕🌭🍤🍔
That would be very interesting, right?
Wanna know where on Earth you can find that Street?
Cagayan de Oro, officially the City of Cagayan de Oro, is a highly urbanized city in the region of Northern Mindanao, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 728,402 people, making it the 10th most populous city in the Philippines and the most populous in Northern Mindanao.
Here's something you can do when you're in Cagayan de Oro - visit the Cogon Night Market! From buying vegetables to used clothing ('ukay-ukay'), electronics, cellphone cases, and more to checking out an entire street full of food cart vendors, the Cogon Night Market in CDO is a bustling destination you might want to check out.
The local government of Cagayan de Oro has been making efforts to transform the Cogon Night Market into a tourist destination.
Guillermo Street is renowned as the busiest and most popular food destination in Cagayan de Oro. From fresh fruits and sisig to Japanese cakes and ice cream, this vibrant street offers a variety of Filipino delicacies like puto bongbong and the savory batchoy soup.
Keep in mind that you can enjoy all these delicious foods at incredibly affordable prices. With just 100 to 200 pesos (about 2 to 4 USD) in your pocket, you’ll leave the street feeling satisfyingly full.
Barbecues, lechon belly, grilled seafood, vibrant drinks, corn, and peanuts can also be found along the street. Everywhere you look, you'll see food carts and stalls bustling with people enjoying their meals, surrounded by an array of tempting dishes on display.
(Manggang Hilaw na may Bagoong...drooling 🤣)
Food Street also offers a variety of dishes like spaghetti, takoyaki, Korean street food, and noodles. Filipino favorites such as isaw, proven, chicharong bulaklak, fishballs, pritong manok, and bihon guisado are all on display, waiting for you to sample. People enjoy their meals while wandering around, eager to discover even more delicious treats to try.
It's important to note that Food Street does not sell alcoholic drinks or cigarettes. The local government of the city has banned the sale of these items in this popular area to preserve its wholesome, welcoming atmosphere. This ensures that both adults and children can enjoy their meals without concerns for safety or peace.
Indeed, it is the busiest street—not with traffic from cars and vehicles, but with a bustling flow of food and people enjoying their meals.
(Try CHARCOAL Icecream. You will not regret it.)
(Takoyaki, my favorite)
(Puto Bongbong Cheese Overload)
So, when you're in Cagayan de Oro, make sure to visit Food Street from 6 PM to 10 PM. You'll definitely enjoy the food, the lively atmosphere, and the vibrant scene. That’s when you'll understand why it’s called Food Street.
