A Star Is Borne: San Francisco’s Annual Parol Lantern Festival
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The annual parol lantern festival and parade is a must-see Filipino community event in San Francisco during the holiday season.
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Light of the Ancients
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Find out the ancient provenance of a beloved Filipino Christmas ornament, the parol.
Read MoreLonging for the Sound of Christmas Music
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The trills are alive with the sound of Christmas.
Read MoreA Filipino Christmas in the Sixties
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All Filipino Christmases may seem the same, but each family has its own traditions.
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Tocino del Cielo: A Sweet Reward for Human Kindness
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The Tocino del Cielo (‘cielo’ means heaven), is one of the richest Christmas desserts in the Philippines, its origins shaped by a strong Spanish colonial influence. At Christmas, Mama made only one thing for family and friends: Tocino del Cielo.
Read MoreThe Happy Home Cook: Tocino del Cielo
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The term ‘tocino del cielo’ is Spanish and literally translates to ‘bacon from heaven’. They’re not made from bacon, but are quite heavenly, made with immense amounts of egg yolks, butter, and syrup.
Read MoreFor a Unifying Democracy
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Consider a possible alternative to the Philippines’ divisive presidential elections.
Read MoreThe Pink Phenomenon, a Joyous Movement
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Meet the spontaneous, grassroots, and massive volunteer-driven campaign to bring Vice President Leni Robredo to the presidency.
Read MoreA Distant War and the Filipino American Story
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A history podcast sheds new light on the Philippine-American War
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