23/04/2026
NEWS: Historic Triple-Launch at LPU Maritime Academy๐ขโ๏ธ
LIMA, BATANGASโ Varda Food Group has achieved a major milestone with the simultaneous opening of Three specialized cafeterias at the LPU Maritime Academy (Lima Campus).
Awarded in late December, the Varda team worked tirelessly through the Christmas and New Year holidays to deliver these world-class facilities on schedule.
The Triple-Concept Launch features:
1. Pirates Cafeteria 1: Powering the In-house Full Board Program* with menus curated to the elite global standards of the Norwegian Shipping Academy.
2. Pirates Cafeteria 2: The campus lifestyle hub featuring The Pirates Cafรฉ (Dear Bella), JJG Overruns RTW, and a powerhouse lineup including Wendyโs, Contiโs, Nacho King, Dear Bella, Liberty Bakery, Supremo Meals, and RNB.
3. Student Center Field Cafeteria: A dedicated space for LPU Faculty and Admin, featuring our signature Varda Burger Kiosk.
The launch was attended by LPU Batangas Executives leaded by its Senior Vice President Mr. Erick Badillo and Norwegian Shipping Academy Program Director Mr. Larry Gonzales, alongside Vardaโs leadership: CEO Chris Guarin, CRO Maureen Laus, COO Abie Pike, and CLO Atty. Claire Factao, Mikey Casuncad, National Retail Head and are supported by industry leaders Tao Food Corp, Coke, Del Monte, Eight 8 Corporation, Jenzee Corp, Xanderlai Group.
Driven by Sustainability๐ฑ
True to our mission, these new branches integrate Vardaโs Sustainability Programs, focusing on:
Waste Reduction: Campus-wide composting and recycling.
Local Sourcing- Supporting Filipino farmers to reduce our carbon footprint.
Energy Efficiency: Utilizing eco-conscious kitchen technology.
โWe move as one team,โ says CEO Chris Guarin. โI am incredibly proud of our team, suppliers, and contractors for their sacrifice and dedication to our maritime students.โ
๐ Visit us at: www.vardafoodgroup.com