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5 Filipino Foods We’re Pretty Sure You Haven’t Tried
If you’re someone who wants to explore more exotic dishes, the Philippines will not fail you in offering a different variety of dishes, even if it involves some of the strangest ingredients. Listed below are some more peculiar foods that the Philippines has in store
Interview with Choz Belen Founder of Mumu Comic
Choz Belen is an award-winning director, designer and writer born and raised in central New Jersey. He is a graduate from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Upon graduating, he started out his career in the Silver Pictures cutting room at Warner Bros. Studio where he worked on films like Whiteout, Orphan and The Factory
The Best Filipino American Podcasts to listen to right now
Podcasts have been a thing these days. Seems like a new one is popping up every single day and listeners are benefiting from them. It is an excellent way to learn, be entertained, or both. I like to listen to podcasts because it helps me hear real opinions on topics I’m interested in, it’s not scripted and my commute seems to go faster when I’m engaged in real world conversations that are coming from people who look like me, Filipino
KAPRE and ASWANG 101: Filipino Mythology for Beginners
Philippine Mythology has been a hot commodity as of late for graphic novels, Netflix and Hulu specials and ComiCon activations- and part of its ever increasing popularity is because its vast mystical canon is as complex and neverending as the House of the Dragons’ family tree.
Celebrate 31 Days of Filipino American History Month
Its finally October and officially Filipino American History Month. Not to be confused with Filipino American Heritage Month. This month we commemorate the first Filipinos to have arrived in the continental United States at what is now Morro Bay, California on October 18, 1587. In 1992, the Filipino American National Historical Society introduced FAHM, and in 2009, US Congress officially recognized October as FAHM in the U.S.
To celebrate we’ve rounded up some resources and events to share.
FILIPINO CUISINE’s CONFUSED PAST | The Origins of 3 Ubiquitous FAVORITES
As a product of the Philippines’ rich history, food has become one of the things that our ancestors have passed down from generation to generation. From the pre-colonial times where trade between Indo-Malays, Chinese, and Indian goods were frequent to the Spanish rule where its influence has spanned for over 300 years. It is no doubt that our favorite dishes served at home have become a product of the country’s experience over time. Listed below are some of the famous Filipino dishes (out of SO many) and where they came from.
5 Obscure Filipino Ingredients to Upgrade Your Palette
By now, it’s no question that Filipino dishes explode with such rich flavor. Even the simplest of dishes are amplified due to the ingredients used by Filipinos. So, what gives? How do these dishes stand out from the rest? Well, to answer that, let’s look at common household pantry staples that are given a Filipino twist. The use of these ingredients in a dish surely leaves one wanting for more!
6 Rising Filipino-American Creatives to Watch Right Now
We live in a wonderful world full of art just waiting to be admired and explored. Filipinos are known, on a global level, to be creative and artistic in so many ways. These six game-changing artists are on the rise and are continuously putting the Philippines on the map through their respective crafts.
Facts on the humble Bahay Kubo (Philippine Nipa Hut)
Philippine Architecture has developed in response to the demands of development and the aspirations of the people. It is a testament of the country's history and culture.
One of the most notable and renowned architecture in the Philippines is the humble Bahay Kubo.
Life & Art: How 3 of the Most Iconic Filipino artists came to be
Art has always been a part of one’s culture. As artistic expression paves way for the discussion of one’s thoughts, feelings, traditions, and beliefs, it’s no wonder that an artwork can provide a lot of information to one’s own history.
Late Filipina Civil Rights Leader, “Tita” Alice Bulos, Honored with Memorial Highway in Daly City
A portion of State Route 35 was dedicated in Daly City in the Bay Area and a sign commemorating Alice Pena Bulos has been erected announcing the Alice Peña Bulos Memorial Highway. She was known as the “Grandmother of Filipino-American Politics.”
Filipino-American Artist Camille Hoffman's “See and Missed” at San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
Filipino-American Camille Hoffman's new exhibition “See and Missed” at San Luis Obispo Museum of Art…a celebrated experience but complicated conversation about Filipino American identity in which Hoffman told the Los Angeles Times “is very tied to moving across water and across many lands but never fully situated in one place."
SFO Museum Exhibit Highlights Filipino Textiles in "From Pineapple to Piña"
SFO Museum’s exhibit- is an homage to Filipino heritage’s Piña textiles- a woven fabric and lace made from the fibers of our beloved pineapple plant.
The Origins of Arnis
Arnis is the national martial arts of the Philippines. It is a weapon based fighting discipline that uses sticks, knives and other weapons.
Philippines Independence Day History Quick Facts
After years of colonization from Spain, later the occupation from the US and Japan, the Independence of the Philippines is something to be truly celebrated.
Origin of the Tinikling Dance
Tinikling is a traditional folk dance in the Philippines that has risen in popularity in the US and Canada for its unique dance and ensemble.
The FIESTAS Of The Philippines
The culturally rich, Philippines, has over 100 festivals annually. We listed down a few of the many festivals in the Philippines that you can enjoy in your next trip.
Tagalog Loan Words from Other Asian Languages
The Philippines has been rich in culture and language even before pre-colonial age. With a booming in trade with its neighboring countries, language in the are has evolved and shared words that would later still be used today.
We listed some loan words from other Asian languages that are used in modern Tagalog.
How The Philippines Stood Up Against Hitler and Saved Over 1,200 Jewish Refugees
During World War 2 as Hitler’s military campaign ravaged Germany and Europe. Jewish refugees had nowhere to go as most countries had their borders closed to avoid conflict as the war worsens. A Filipino President fought for them to give them a new home.
The Debated origins of the Balisong AKA The “Butterfly Knife”
Balisong or better known today as the butterfly knife is popularized by modern media in forms of movies, tv shows, and video games. There are 2 prevailing theories on the origin of the Balisong; Philippine Origin, or French/European Origin.