foodpanda Honors Collaboration and Excellence at the CRAVE Awards 2025 in Davao City | #BenchPaylaBlog

Daniel Jaramillo, the Managing Director of foodpanda Philippines, shares insights into the company’s journey and its vision for the future.

 

On September 10, Davao City, Philippines — foodpanda hosted the CRAVE Partner Summit & Awards 2025 at the Acacia Hotel Davao, illuminating the south with its trademark pink. Celebrating Relationships & Advancing Valuable Experiences, or CRAVE, brought together leading restaurant and retail partners for an evening of appreciation, cooperation, and festivity.

CRAVE The Pink Gala celebrated Davao’s rich culture and its significance as a center for growth and innovation. Over 150 attendees, including local entrepreneurs, brand partners, and community builders, gathered to commemorate their shared journey with foodpanda.

Guests enjoyed a glamorous evening packed with cultural performances, live music, and fun activities, all culminating in the highly anticipated CRAVE Awards. The event highlighted exceptional partners whose dedication and contributions have been instrumental to foodpanda's success in Mindanao.

Pau-Pau’s Top of Table

Given to the vendor who leads the pack, shining in sales performance and setting the standard for market leadership.

1. Tuna Republik

2. Infinitea

3. New Davao Famous

4. Haveli King

5. Mon's Grill

Tuna Republik has been honored as one of Pau-Pau’s Top of Table awardees.

Pau-Pau’s Momentum Master

Given to the vendor that showcases exceptional year-over-year growth during the first half of 2025, reflecting remarkable business momentum.

1. Family Fried Chicken

2. Pater Al-Kuwait

3. Chikoy's Lugawan

4. Bagong Lipunan

5. Mandarin Tea Garden

Family Fried Chicken is recognized as one of Pau-Pau’s Momentum Master award winners.

Pau-Pau’s Ad-Star

Given to the vendor recognized as a leader in driving growth, demonstrating exceptional results in campaign performance.

1. Mamastill Atbp

2. Merry Mango

3. JM Shawarma

4. Haveli King

5. Bar ko sa Lagao

Mamastill Atbp. has been recognized as one of Pau-Pau’s Ad-Star awardees.

Operational Excellence

Given to the vendor who exemplifies top-tier operational excellence, ensuring smooth and flawless processes while consistently providing reliable and efficient services.

1. Aling Paz Food Haus

2. Eat! Chiro

3. Butcher's Best Barbeque

4. Mang Paeng's Inasal

5. KAON Resto Grill

Aling Paz Food Haus has been acknowledged as one of the recipients of the Operational Excellence award.

People’s Palate Award

Highlighting the vendor who shines as the crowd favorite, consistently earning customer loyalty through repeat orders and exceptional ratings.

1. Merry Mango

2. Barbeque Boss

3. Boy Zugba

4. Pansititoy

5. Villa Tuna Restaurant

Merry Mango stood out as one of the recipients of the People’s Palate award.

To make the event even more thrilling, fortunate attendees walked away with amazing raffle prizes, including a 3-day, 2-night getaway to Boracay and SM shopping gift certificates.

“This celebration is more than just an awards night, it’s a testament to the strong partnerships that fuel our growth not only in Davao but also across the Philippines,” said Louie Lim, Head of Account Management at foodpanda Philippines. “Together, we don’t just crave success—we build it, side by side.”

The CRAVE Partner Summit & Awards will make its next stops in Cebu on September 22 and Manila on October 7, continuing the recognition and celebration of foodpanda's valued partners nationwide.

Thank you for reading. Catch you in the next one!

-BENCH