COHARA (Cagayan de Oro Hotel & Restaurant Association) is a distinguished non-profit organization in the Philippines dedicated to advancing the hospitality sector in Cagayan de Oro City. It is renowned for organizing “Kumbira,” the country’s longest-running culinary competition, which includes professional and student culinary shows as well as live cooking competitions that attract many food enthusiasts from across the nation. The association serves as a vital resource for hotels, resorts, and restaurants, promoting training, collaboration, and advocacy for local hospitality enterprises, with a particular focus on the Northern Mindanao region.