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LOOK: Different ways to enjoy suman
LOOK: Different ways to enjoy suman
ABS-CBN News
Published Dec 10, 2016 12:41 PM PHT

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - Tourists who visited Barangay Iponan on Friday were treated to free bites of suman, a local delicacy made of sticky rice, coco milk, ginger , salt and sugar wrapped in banana or coconut leaves, as the barangay celebrated its 9th Suman Festival.
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - Tourists who visited Barangay Iponan on Friday were treated to free bites of suman, a local delicacy made of sticky rice, coco milk, ginger , salt and sugar wrapped in banana or coconut leaves, as the barangay celebrated its 9th Suman Festival.
"Aside from drawing in tourists, the festival aims to promote and give economic activities for locals to earn with their craft," event coordinator Barangay Iponan Councilor Anthony Brilleta said.
"Aside from drawing in tourists, the festival aims to promote and give economic activities for locals to earn with their craft," event coordinator Barangay Iponan Councilor Anthony Brilleta said.
At least 45 participants garnished and plated the usual suman into more interesting and unique variants such as pan de suman, gelato suman, crispy suman with caramel, and suman float.
At least 45 participants garnished and plated the usual suman into more interesting and unique variants such as pan de suman, gelato suman, crispy suman with caramel, and suman float.
Healthy options were also available, such as suman mixed with carrots and malunggay.
Healthy options were also available, such as suman mixed with carrots and malunggay.
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What's Inside UnionBank's New Wealth Center?
What's Inside UnionBank's New Wealth Center?
Moira Macainag
Published Mar 20, 2025 02:12 PM PHT

UnionBank’s New Wealth Center Redefines Elite Banking with Exclusivity and
Sophistication
Gone are the days when banking was known for mere cash transactions. In this era, it has become an extension of a well-curated lifestyle. With this in mind, UnionBank Wealth Management unveils its new Wealth Center at The Ark, setting a new benchmark in elite banking that blends financial expertise with luxury, privacy, and personalized service.
Gone are the days when banking was known for mere cash transactions. In this era, it has become an extension of a well-curated lifestyle. With this in mind, UnionBank Wealth Management unveils its new Wealth Center at The Ark, setting a new benchmark in elite banking that blends financial expertise with luxury, privacy, and personalized service.
Recently awarded “Best Wealth Management Bank in the Philippines” at The Asian
Banker’s Global Excellence in Retail Finance Awards 2025, UnionBank continues to
cement its reputation as a leader in wealth management. With a vision rooted in
innovation and exclusivity, the new Wealth Center elevates financial services, catering
to high-net-worth individuals with the utmost sophistication.
Recently awarded “Best Wealth Management Bank in the Philippines” at The Asian Banker’s Global Excellence in Retail Finance Awards 2025, UnionBank continues to cement its reputation as a leader in wealth management. With a vision rooted in innovation and exclusivity, the new Wealth Center elevates financial services, catering to high-net-worth individuals with the utmost sophistication.

A Sanctuary for Wealth and Legacy
Nestled in an exclusive location, the Wealth Center is a sanctuary designed to cater to
the unique needs of elite clients. At UnionBank’s Wealth Center, banking goes beyond
transactions and more about strategically managing and expanding wealth with
strategic foresight and expertise. Every interaction is tailored to meet the needs of those
who expect nothing less than a refined and dependable experience.
Among its standout features is The Gold Lounge, a dedicated space where clients can
handle significant financial transactions in complete privacy. Complementing this is a
selection of private meeting rooms and lounges, offering a secure and comfortable
setting for in-depth discussions with Wealth Relationship Managers. A curated in-branch
café further enhances the experience, ensuring that clients feel at ease as they make
decisions that shape their financial future.
Nestled in an exclusive location, the Wealth Center is a sanctuary designed to cater to the unique needs of elite clients. At UnionBank’s Wealth Center, banking goes beyond transactions and more about strategically managing and expanding wealth with strategic foresight and expertise. Every interaction is tailored to meet the needs of those who expect nothing less than a refined and dependable experience. Among its standout features is The Gold Lounge, a dedicated space where clients can handle significant financial transactions in complete privacy. Complementing this is a selection of private meeting rooms and lounges, offering a secure and comfortable setting for in-depth discussions with Wealth Relationship Managers. A curated in-branch café further enhances the experience, ensuring that clients feel at ease as they make decisions that shape their financial future.
Beyond Banking: A Lifestyle Experience
The Vault, UnionBank’s state-of-the-art safety deposit box facility and the first of its kind
in the country, underscores the bank’s commitment to security, ensuring that clients'
most valuable assets are protected with the highest level of discretion.
Moreover, they extend their services beyond conventional banking, offering clients
access to global investment opportunities and gaining an edge in local and international
investment options that keep them ahead of market trends. The center ensures that its
clients stay ahead of financial trends while maintaining a lifestyle of distinction.
Clients are also privy to an array of tailored privileges—private events, luxury concierge
services, and exclusive travel experiences, all designed to enhance the wealth
management journey. This seamless integration of banking and lifestyle is what makes
UnionBank’s Wealth Center stand apart.
The Vault, UnionBank’s state-of-the-art safety deposit box facility and the first of its kind in the country, underscores the bank’s commitment to security, ensuring that clients' most valuable assets are protected with the highest level of discretion. Moreover, they extend their services beyond conventional banking, offering clients access to global investment opportunities and gaining an edge in local and international investment options that keep them ahead of market trends. The center ensures that its clients stay ahead of financial trends while maintaining a lifestyle of distinction. Clients are also privy to an array of tailored privileges—private events, luxury concierge services, and exclusive travel experiences, all designed to enhance the wealth management journey. This seamless integration of banking and lifestyle is what makes UnionBank’s Wealth Center stand apart.
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Setting a New Standard in Wealth Banking
UnionBank’s new Wealth Center goes beyond traditional banking, catering to the sophisticated financial needs of modern clients adapting to an ever-evolving world. By combining industry-leading financial knowledge with a culture of exclusivity and refinement, the bank redefines what it means to manage wealth in today’s world. For those who see banking as an art, a legacy, and an experience, UnionBank Wealth Management’s latest venture exemplifies what the future of elite banking should look like—seamless, sophisticated, and truly exceptional.
UnionBank’s new Wealth Center goes beyond traditional banking, catering to the sophisticated financial needs of modern clients adapting to an ever-evolving world. By combining industry-leading financial knowledge with a culture of exclusivity and refinement, the bank redefines what it means to manage wealth in today’s world. For those who see banking as an art, a legacy, and an experience, UnionBank Wealth Management’s latest venture exemplifies what the future of elite banking should look like—seamless, sophisticated, and truly exceptional.
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