Chef Jan Jan: The Motorcycle Story from Valencia Bukidnon

El Kusinero and the Motorcycle: The Jan Jan Story.

Chef Jan Jan

At an early age Jan Jan already discovered his passion  for motorcycles. Born and grew up in Bukidnon in Mindanao where the mountains and plains are sight that will surely satisfy the hunger for adventure. 

Valencia, Bukidnon

Nestled on the island of Mindanao, Bukidnon is considered one of the most underrated places in the Philippines. This charming province has much to offer for those seeking a unique travel experience. Aside from being hailed as the “Food Basket of Mindanao” for its agricultural resources, the province is also renowned for its vast rolling hills, majestic mountain ranges, stunning waterfalls, and more off-the-beaten-path attractions. 

Lake Apo, Valencia Bukidnon

Bukidnon is also home to diverse indigenous communities, making it one of the best places for cultural experiences in the Philippines. 

Dahilayan Adventure Park

If you're looking for places to visit in Bukidnon, look no further than Dahilayan Adventure Park. Located in Manolo Fortich, it's one of the best places to visit for a family vacation. Here, you can experience thrilling activities that will get your adrenaline pumping, including Asia's longest dual zipline.

CTTO: Phototo by Dahilayan Adventure Park

The Master Chef

Jan Jan also discovered another passion aside from the motorcycles and he truly loves his passion as a professional chef. Having the skills, training and experience as a chef, Jan Jan pursued his passion for cooking and is currently in Australia where he works as a professional chef. 

The Motorcycle Build

Jan Jan's passion for motorcycles lead him also to the world of motorcycle customs where he engage in modifying bikes and joining competitions to showcase their builds.

Motor Build Competition

Jan Jan with his dirt bike in the background

Jan showcase his motorcycle build together with his passion for cooking. 

In a conversation with Jan Jan, one of his dreams is to build a restaurant that will cater also to the motorcycle enthusiasts. Serving them his best cook while enjoying the ride in Bukidnon. 

Chef Jan Jan his passion for motorcycle and cooking

Jan Jan wearing his enduro helmet preparing for a ride. The dirt bike Off-road motorcycles, also known as dirt bikes or scramblers, specially designed for off-road use. The term off-road refers to driving surfaces that are not conventionally paved. These are rough surfaces, often created naturally, such as sand, gravel, a river, mud or snow. 

View in Shopee

These types of terrain can sometimes only be travelled on with vehicles designed for off-road driving (such as SUVs, ATVs, snowmobiles and mountain bikes in recent decades, and minibikes even earlier) or vehicles are designed to better handle off-road conditions. Compared to road-going motorcycles, off-road machines are lighter and more flexible, typically having long suspension travel, high ground clearance, and are geared higher to provide more torque in off-road situations.

To learn more about Jan Jan, visit his facebook page El Kusinero.