Only Caviteños could understand each other whenever blues and rock tunes are brought up. A new hub and watering hole in the heart of the province of Cavite just took it a notch higher.
The proprietor of this establishment, Katherine Vinson explained that, the idea was borne out of her being a one-time benefactor of the band Groundstage PH. “The area where this is located is actually a rehearsal studio for the band’, explains Katherine. Things did not pan out with the band and she is stuck with the place full of musical instruments. Then, her business and life partner, Jad Alipar, spark plugged the idea and one thing led to another.
Katherine, a known philantropist and humanitarian in Cavite, admits that she is not a Caviteña by birth. "My hometown is actually in Bacolod...but i also lived in Taysan, Batangas...and also ILO-ILO. The resiliency and upfront attitude of a Caviteña has grown into me and has adopted it ever since I moved here a decade ago”, says Katherine. The place, located at the 2nd floor 9083B, Gen. Tirona Highway, Dulong Bayan, Bacoor, Cavite, will open its door on Dec.18, 2019. With no less than ‘Grin Department’ to spearhead the opening of the said place. To join the fray are Anthony Romasanta with his band Trankill, Katoliko Band, Kid, Papel, Kyah, Dwayne PH, Kemisthree. The event will be the hosted by YouTube phenomenon ‘Batanguena’, Kimberly Dianne Vinson Ilag, which happens to be Katherine’s daughter.
Of the countless number of bars and music hubs in and around Cavite, what makes her place different? “First is the ambiance. Veintidos, will serve homecooked meals and then a few of my own recipes which my family has been savoring as a matriarch. Second is the hospitality, I can actually call it a ‘community bar’ due to its coziness and accessibility to nearby villages within the area”, musters Katherine. The 150 plus-seater establishment boasts of its top of the line sound system and mini stage for the guest performers. “It’s all systems go now! I have been through much more difficult situations in my life before and having jitters in this new venture of mine is nothing compared where I have been through”, opined Katherine. And the name Veintidos (22) has signifcant meaning in her personal life. 'Barek' in Batangas lingo means to drink.
“We are inviting everyone from all walks of life to experience the Caviteña hospitality and the Batangueña charm in me. And we will make sure the music will sooth and ease your mind with the right kind of Rock and Blues. We will play host to up and coming bands in this part of Cavite. Ala Eh Mag Barekan Na Tayo Dineh!” finishes Katherine.
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