All of a sudden, Cebu City has become a regular destination. It's one of the top-of-mind cities in the Visayas region that clients want to study and get to know better. For my part and those of my colleagues, the frequent trips have bred habits. Musts include meals in AA's, Sutukil and Jo's Chicken Inato. Take-home gifts mean a special trip to Taboan market for dried fish and Chilen chicharon.

I'm leaving tomorrow, and we're checking in at the Marriot Hotel. Fieldwork doesn't start until Saturday morning so we have at least a day to say hello to the city.