Pandemic can never be a barrier. In LKBP, we pursue our dreams and make it happen. Another milestone for Ligas Kooperatiba ng Bayan sa Pagpapaunlad (LKBP) as they announced the opening of their owned Cabalen Restaurant at Vista Mall Malolos on December 17, 2020. LKBP, as franchisee of Cabalen Restaurant make it possible for Cooperative to engage in business. The blessing was officiated by Rev. Fr. Arnold Bungay of Holy Spirit Parish of Alido Heights, Malolos with ribbon cutting ceremony led by LKBP Chairperson Lucila J. Punongbayan, CEO Julita D. Nazar, CDA Region 3 Director, Marieta P. Hwang , and Malolos City Mayor representative, Atty. Loribelle Tagulao-Castro. LKBP CEO, Ms. Julita D. Nazar together with the Board of Directors and Management staff was very excited for the opening of the restaurant. “I just want to thank everybody who are here for gracing this Grand Opening. I am very thankful for the support you gave to us and finally, our very own Cabalen Restaurant is now ready to serve you. We are happy that despite of the pandemic, we are able to help our government by providing job opportunities to our people here in Bulacan”, she cited during the Grand Opening ceremony. CDA Region-3 Regional Director, Ms. Marieta P. Hwang who is one of the Guest of Honor during the ceremony also shared her excitement and congratulation to LKBP for achieving another breakthrough in entering into franchise of buffet restaurant and encourage everyone to share this good news to promote Cabalen as well as the Cooperative. Also, in behalf of City Mayor of Malolos, Hon. Gilbert T. Gatchalian, his Chief-of-staff, Atty. Loribelle Tagulao-Castro graced the event as she delivered Mayor Gatchalian’s congratulatory and inspirational message to LKBP. Important guests present during the ceremony came from Cabalen Business Development and Franchising Corporation, Vista Mall, City of Malolos, Cooperative Development Authority, Bulacan Federation of Cooperatives, City Training Employment and Cooperative, Landbank of the Philippines, Social Security System, Barangay Council of Longos, Malolos and other partners. Ms. Lanie Babista of BUFECO, Mr. Paulino Tiongson, Jr. of Landbank Malolos, Longos Brgy. Captain Mr. Roberto Ganelo was also present during the ribbon cutting ceremony. Mr. Dean K. Dayao, Director of Cabalen BDFC led by Cabalen group represented by managers, Ms. Lorena S. Salvador, Ms. Julie S. Volante, Ms. Mafien Atacador and Ms. Mary Ann Villamater; and Chefs Ms. Siony Agila and Mr. Tuti Muncal. Cabalen Restaurant is now open to serve fine dining and buffet style, located at at 2nd Level, Vista Mall Malolos, Brgy. Longos, City of Malolos, Bulacan, serving delectable and authentic Filipino dishes that will surely satisfy your appetite.