Filipino Creativity: Artificial Flower Plants Made Of Plastic Bottles Outside Unitop | Butuan City, Philippines

While strolling near Unitop (a store that sells almost all made in China merchandised) in Butuan City, this group of street vendors (Butuanons) caught my attention especially on what they were selling. My dad immediately told me to capture on video the actual cutting, melting, molding of this very unique Pinoy Creativity.

It's a hand-made plastic plant decor which they made using used 1.5-2 Liter Softdrink bottles with colors Blue and Green (from Coca-cola/Pepsi and Sprite/7-up bottles). The colored petals were also made of soft drink straws.

We were amazed with their creativity that we bought one Blue Plant Decor which cost us Php 20.00 or $0.4 only! But can you believe it? A single used plastic bottle that usually has no cost (when sold in the Junk shop) now costs Php 20.00 with just an IDEA, PATIENCE and CREATIVITY. It sure is one of the Best Buys when you're in Butuan City! Let us also help promote and patronize our own Filipino-made products.

P.S.
A man carrying a pail full of skinned frogs also asked me if I would like to buy his stuff. They said it tastes good but we're not yet ready for it. Maybe next time =).

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Margie's | Pan De Pugon | Butuan City, Philippines

Nightlife in Butuan City is not that exciting but then if you find it hard to call in the night in the city, spend an hour or two at Margie's side-by-side with Pan De Pugon.

Enjoy the famous Margie's cookie monster cake over a variety of coffee concoction. You can also try freshly baked breads and goodies from Pan de Pugon. Bring along with you your wi-fi ready laptops to finish sending off your emails or checking on CNN for the latest news regarding Swine Flu Virus.

We were there sometime ago, ordered a very light snack with our laptop on hand but unfortunately failed to make an internet connection. I just hop that was not done intentionally by their staff. We called their attention several times to our difficulty connecting but also got several confusing response.

Again, Margie's and Pan De Pugon is a Best Place for a relaxing evening in Butuan City.

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Guy's Barbecue | Cafe Central | Butuan City, Philippines

When in Butuan City, the best place to for grilled foods is in Guy's BBQ (Barbecue) and Cafe Central Fast food.Your choice of grilled chicken, pork, isaw (Chicken Intestine), batikon (Kidney), atay (Liver), pakpak (Chicken Wings), li-og (Chicken Neck) and a variety of fishes and squids.

Owned and managed by the Sta. Iglesia Family, Guy's Eatery and Cafe Central is a by word when it comes to grilled food. A Best Place to eat grilled foods when you're in Butuan City.

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Budget Fastfood and Restaurant Eat All You Can | Butuan City, Philippines

Best place for an Eat-all-you-can in Butuan City? No other than Budget Fastfood and Restaurant! Owned and managed by Bebe Torredes with her son Von-von. They offer a sumptuous breakfast, lunch and dinner, all in a buffet(Eat all you can setting) for only Php99.00 or $2!

Situated near banks, schools and government offices(Department of Foreign Affairs), people from all walks of life get a taste of Filipino cuisine complete with Salad and deserts. Budget Fastfood and Restaurant also caters to weddings, birthdays and on any occasions. Budget Fastfood and Restaurant is surely one of the Best Places To Eat and Dine in Butuan.

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Uncle Sam's Trekkers | Mt. Mayapay Trekking Adventure | Butuan City, Philippines

Uncle Sam’s Trekker is Butuan’s 1st Trekking Group. Founded by Uncle Sam himself (Sam Amante), we were invited to trek Mt. Mayapay and it’s surroundings. It is only 10km away from Butuan City passing thru cemented and partly rough road. Upon reaching the top, one can have a grand view of the entire city including it’s nearby towns of Buenavista and Magallanes.

We trekked there for almost 3 hours, clearing the thick ravines until we reached the site of the transmitter tower of Sun Cellular. Sam told me that unknown to other, Mt. Mayapay has more than 10 waterfalls. We were not able to take clear pictures of the view below because of the thick fog.

We are still planning to go back there and see the wonders of Mt. Mayapay in Butuan City. Mt Mayapay is surely one of the Best Places To Trek in Butuan City.

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Uncle Sam’s Burger and Steaks | Butuan City

The best burger and steaks in town, only at Uncle Sam’s Burger and Steaks. Located just front of the Butuan City hall, Uncle Sam’s Burger and Steaks is open to serve your most delectable taste.


Not only that they offer the best tasting food , they also provide with a serene ambiance away from the city pollution and traffic. Enjoy your night away with their acoustic band till the wee hours over a bottle of beer with Pulutan (Appetizers). All of this is made possible through the hands on management of Sam Amante himself. Giving you the best you truly deserve.

We were there last April 22, to celebrate my wife’s birthday and had a taste of their specialty, the Crispy Beef Tadyang. Their performers were also astounding and over all, we really had an awesome night!

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P.S.
Still be connected with the world with Uncle Sam’s Burger and Steaks’ Wi-Fi ready facilities too! One of the Best Places To Eat In Butuan City!

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