Taste Cebu 2026 Opens a Living Gallery of Cebuano Gastronomy, Curated by Culinary Heritage Advocate Louella Alix

CEBU CITY  — NUSTAR Resort Cebu celebrates the richness of Cebuano culinary heritage through Taste Cebu: Heirloom Culinary Gallery, a two-day showcase that brings together the stories, traditions, and flavors behind the dishes that have defined Cebu’s food culture for generations.

More than a celebration of food, the event also supports a meaningful cause, with proceeds benefiting the Cebu Food Bank through Universal Cultural Foundation, Inc. (UCFI), the social responsibility arm of NUSTAR Resort Cebu. Through every ticket purchased, guests contribute to efforts that help address food insecurity and strengthen communities across Cebu.

Happening on July 9 and 10, 2026 at the Grand Ballroom at NUSTAR Resort Cebu, the event invites guests to discover Cebuano food heritage through a gallery-style journey that traces the origins, evolution, and continuing transformation of the region’s culinary identity. Each session is a one-hour guided journey through all galleries and tasting stations. Guests may choose from five time slots each day: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM.

Curated by Cebuano author and food historian Louella Theresa A. Eslao-Alix, Taste Cebu: Heirloom Culinary Gallery brings together food, history, and storytelling in a format that goes beyond the meal itself, allowing guests to experience and understand the cultural narratives behind some of Cebu’s most enduring dishes and traditions.

 

 

 

The experience begins in the Listening Room, where guests are first grounded in the stories, influences, and historical moments that have shaped Cebuano cuisine. From there, four themed galleries take them through different chapters of Cebu’s culinary story, from its roots and home-kitchen traditions to fiesta culture and modern-day takes on Cebuano cuisine. Each gallery is paired with tastings that bring the narrative to life.

Tickets are priced at PHP 2,199 per person for regular and walk-in guests. Hotel guests may enjoy a special discounted rate of PHP 1,899 per person, while students can avail tickets for only PHP 1,000.

Taste Cebu: Heirloom Culinary Gallery is part of NUSTAR’s broader effort to champion local culture through world-class experiences while creating positive impact beyond the resort. By bringing together heritage preservation, culinary storytelling, and community support, the event reflects Cebu’s growing profile as a destination for culinary tourism while helping advance the mission of the Cebu Food Bank through UCFI.

For ticket reservations and event updates, visit e-ticket.nustar.ph or call (032) 888 8282.