Ayala Centre Cebu 16 Nov 2015

Before coming to Cebu, we did do a research on internet on the shopping malls in the city, Ayala Centre is one of destinations besides Colon Street and SM City Cebu.

Since this was the last night which we would spent at the Cebu City before we move to Mactan Island, we thought that we should at least pay a visit there.

The City of Cebu earned its prestigious title of being the Queen City of the South because of its empowered commercial and cultural arena, among many other sources of pride. For majority of the urban population, the opening of Ayala Centre Cebu marked a significant boost in the City’s industry.

Ayala Corporation opened Ayala Centre Cebu to the public in November 1994. Since then, it has become a premier shopping destination. From just about 24 tenants to begin with, the mall now has over 300 businesses in place.

Among numerous stalls and boutiques found inside the mall, Metro Gaisano occupies the largest space. The Metro Gaisano department store and supermarket takes up six stories of Ayala Centre Cebu which we had visited the branch at the Colon Street. National Bookstore also has a branch inside Ayala Centre Cebu.

I guess there are 2 segments of markets which it targeted. One is the more middle income and the other one would be the high end market. We were attracted the the wing nearer and attached to the Marriot Hotel, we are able to see more international brands.

Among the many boutiques and shops present in the malls are Nike, Manels, Artwork, Blue Magic, Mango, MNG, Penshoppe, Bench, Human, Oxygen, and Odyssey. H&M is soon to open there as we were 1 week ahead from the opening date.

Then, we saw Rustan’s. It was quite a bit curios to us as we never see the brand at Malaysia. Once we approached to the department store then we realise it is a more exclusive stores just like Tangs or Isetan back home in Malaysia.

We went in and immediately all of us were attracted by the shoes. I had chosen a pair of rubber shoes which moulded like a court shoes but very comfortable, and it is a Brazil brand called “Mel”, Annabelle took a purple colour “Jelly Bunny” and Daddy took a canvas shoes.

Ayala is not only for shoppers. The mall also showcases a variety of food choices, from random food stalls scattered about the area to established fine-dining restaurants. The mall unveiled a new and improved food and beverage strip last October 30, 2008.

“The Terraces," as it is fondly dubbed, transformed what used to be a mosquito- and lovers-infested lagoon area to a vibrant strip with landscaping and water fountains.

Among the many occupants of The Terraces are: Bread Talk, Pancake House, TGIF, Lemon Grass, Laguna Garden Café, Shakey’s, Yellow Cab, Vanille, Roma Mia, Don Henrico’s, Hukad, Sunburst, Fully Booked, Postrio, Bigby’s, La Tegola, Gerry’s Grill, Big Mao, Casa Verde, Bistro Ecila, Roma Mia, Mooon Café,  Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, Gloria Jean’s, Bo’s Coffee, Starbucks, Seattle’s Best, Gelatissimo.

We decided just went to the food court at the top of the Ayala Centre to have our dinner. I guess that is the mix rice stall we choose. 4 plates of rice, together with some the clam soup, fried squids, fried fish, and egg plant fried with egg. Well, I guess we still not get to use with their taste. Overall still a good meal.

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