Abegail G. Lapating and Ciarra Mae Imbang
ILOILO CITY– West Visayas State University Pototan Campus joined the bartending competition during the ASEAN Exhibit and Hospitality Skills Expo at Robinsons Place, Jaro, Iloilo City.
Antonio Lampa Jr., a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management student represented WVSU in the competition, last Friday, September 30, 2022.
He introduced his concoction, Asian Hurricane Cocktail, with an entertaining bartending performance.
In an interview, Mr. Lampa talked about his preparations for the competition. “Nag trial and error kami para mabuo namon ang damil [taste] nga ginapangita namon.” – Mr. Lampa said.
Mr. Lampa also added that there were some difficulties throughout the preparations, but despite the challenges, he was able to successfully finish his performance.
“May mga tools kami nga wala [and] kulang sa equipment pero gin try namon ang amon nga best para ma comply gid namon ang amon nga gusto.” he added.
His bartending coach, Mr. Lous Ninos Deocos, along with his schoolmates and friends, showed him their full support throughout the competition.
Aside from West Visayas State University-Pototan Campus, various colleges and universities also participated in the competition: BMA Global College, Central Philippine State University, Central Philippine University, Iloilo Science and Technology University-Barotac Nuevo Campus, Filamir Christian University, Colegio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus, La Consolacion College, STI West Negros University, and Iloilo Science and Technology University-Main Campus.
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Region VI ASEAN Exhibit successfully wrapped on September 30. A short program was held during the afternoon to recognize the participating colleges and universities.
