AN EVENING WITH KATURISMO: ELEGANCE OF KIDAPAWAN DOCTORS COLLEGE, INC.
 
BS Tourism Management Final Culmination in Professional Development and Applied Ethics
The Farm at Carpenter Hill, Koronadal City | October 30, 2026
 
It was not just a dinner. It was an evening of elegance, excellence, and transformation.
The BS Tourism Management students of Kidapawan Doctors College, Inc., under the subject Professional Development and Applied Ethics of their instructor, Ma'am Marielle Anne P. Barrientos,
successfully held their final culmination activity entitled "An Evening with KaTurismo: Elegance of Kidapawan Doctors College, Inc." last October 30, 2026, at the prestigious The Farm at Carpenter Hill. Koronadal City.
Dressed in their finest midnight blue and silver semi formal attire, exuding poise, grace, and professionalism, the students transformed into true tourism professionals - embodying the very essence of what it means to be a KaTurismo.
 
From the warm welcome, the proper greeting and escorting of guests, the impeccable table service, to the confident hosting - every detail spoke of class and competence. This culmination activity was a testament to the holistic training of KDCI Tourism students - not just knowledgeable in theory, but polished in character, ethics, and professional deportment.
 
The evening was made even more exceptional with a meticulously curated Seven-Course Semi Fine Dining Menu, headed and crafted by Chef Rej, a renowned chef with 10 years of experience in different prestigious hotels in the Philippines and Europe, and a former professor who brought both international expertise and heartfelt mentorship to the kitchen. The gastronomic journey unfolded as
follows:
 
The evening started with a comforting bowl of Potato Leek Soup, creamy and velvety, to warm the palate. This was followed by a delightful Appetizer of Chicken Asada Tartlets, a perfect bite of smoky and savory flavors in a buttery tart shell. For the main courses, guests were treated to a trilogy of excellence.
 
The First Main Course was Breaded Fish with Lemon-Garlic Butter Fish with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce, served with Steamed Vegetables and Penne Pomodoro, a dish that balanced m crispiness and zest.
 
The Second Main Course was the smoky and juicy Hickory Barbecue Roast Chicken, served with Dirty Rice and Coleslaw, a hearty and flavorful feast.
 
A refreshing Palate Cleanser of Lemon and Basil Gello was then served to refresh and prepare everyone for the grandest dish. The highlight of the night was the
 
Third Main Course: Roast Beef with Sauce Robert, served with Mashed Potatoes and Buttered Vegetables, tender, succulent, and elegantly plated, showcasing true fine dining artistry.
 
To end on a sweet note, guests indulged in Tiramisu Shots and Fresh Fruits, a modern twist on a alannin Italian Annaant norfanth,naina Fresh Fruits, a modern twist on a classic Italian dessert, perfectly paired with Guyabano-Passion Fruit Juice, freshly brewed Coffee and Tea, served with Mini Butter Cookies.
 
More than just a fine dining experience, "An Evening with KaTurismo" was a celebration of growth. The students who once were just learning the basics of grooming and table manners are now confident, ethical, and professional individuals ready to face the tourism and hospitality industry.
 
To Ma'am Marielle Anne P. Barrientos, thank you for molding us not just to be skilled, but to be professionals with values.
 
To Chef Rej, thank you for sharing your world-class expertise and for guiding us in the kitchen.
 
To The Farm at Carpenter Hill, thank you for the elegant venue. And to KDCI, thank you for believing that Tourism students deserve to shine with elegance.
 
Indeed, KaTurismo is not just a title it is an identity of elegance, ethics, and excellence.
 
Mabuhay ang KaTurismo of Kidapawan Doctors College, Inc.!