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The immortal Pitoy Moreno
By Florina Capistrano Baker Two years ago, my friend Ramon Moreno called me from Basel inquiring about the possibility of celebrating his Tito Pitoy’s 100th birthday in a special way. Since that groundbreaking phone call, we find ourselves here tonight, celebrating the formal opening of the exhibition TIMELESS: J. Moreno. Why a fashion exhibit in […]
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How daughter’s depression turned Geremy San Agustin’s life around
By Cristina DC Pastor Emotionally bruised and broke in 2019, Edison, New Jersey family man Geremy San Agustin’s life was, let’s just say, in a slump. He was working as a health care and insurance professional, had clients here and there, and a cushy life seemed beyond reach. He had $17 in his bank! Jay, […]
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Knights of Rizal Long Island to host awards ceremony honoring women, youth leaders
Great Neck, N.Y. – The Order of the Knights of Rizal Long Island (KORLI) and its auxiliary, the Ladies for Rizal Long Island (LFRLI), dedicated to promoting the ideals and teachings of Philippine national hero Dr. Jose Rizal, are proud to announce its upcoming awards ceremony on May 17, 2025, at Leonard’s Palazzo, 555 Northern […]
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The ‘balikbayan box’ and why we never leave anyone behind
By Mary Lou Cunanan Do you know what this is? This is a balikbayan box. You might have had the chance to receive a box like this full of corned beef, chocolates and if your Tita is feeling generous, sometimes a pair of Jordans or Louis Vuitton bag. This box is more than just cardboard […]
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Calendar from March
March 1 Deadline to apply for International Contest for Minority Artists Theme: Belonging, Place and Loss In partnership with the non-governmental organizations Minority Rights Group and Freemuse, and the City of Geneva Go to www.minorityrights.org March 8 PIDCI Grand Marshal Ball Da Mikelle Palazzo 69-02 Garfield Avenue Queens NYC March 15 Induction of PACCAL officers, new members and […]
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Winery raises a glass to Filipina heritage with ‘Pinay Noir’
Filipino-owned Felicità Wine Company has announced the release of “Pinay Noir,” a tribute, according to its owner, to the enduring spirit and remarkable achievements of Filipinas around the world. Crafted in the lush vineyards of Lodi, California, this rendition of the Pinot Noir is not just a wine, remarked Baguio-born Feli Ortega, a proud Filipina […]
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Introducing the history and philosophy of Filipino cuisine to the children of the diaspora
By Cristina DC Pastor It is still winter in New York and if you perhaps sometimes catch yourself dreaming of languid days in the Philippines, they will be filled with the golden sun, the warm sea, and of course the island cuisine that makes the Philippines the land of our hearts. There’s a book that […]
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Calendar from February 2025
February 7 & 8 New York Fashion Week by Steadfast Creative Arts Production With Mrs. Universe Shreyaa Sumi Contact Grace Steadfast on Facebook February 12 Films to See Before You Die featuring ‘Moral’ directed by Marilou Diaz-Abaya 1982 Four Filipina women navigate friendship and adulthood against a backdrop of martial rule. Asia Society 725 Park Avenue at […]
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Dr. Angie Cruz, the reluctant Grand Marshal
By Cristina DC Pastor This year’s Grand Marshals for the 127th Philippine Independence Day parade on June 1 is the well-liked couple Dr. Emilio Quines and his wife of two years Dr. Angie Cruz. The pair were presented before a Grand Soiree on January 11 to kick off the celebration. The yearly gathering is said […]