Traditional Filipino Games
Back in the days, a child will spend hours and hours playing outside with other kids under the sun, beneath the dirt and rocks. Continue reading Traditional Filipino Games
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Parol: A symbol of Filipino Christmas Spirit
“For Filipinos, parol making and hanging them outside is a representation of the star of Bethlehem that guided the Three Wise Men to the manger of the newly born Jesus Christ.” Continue reading Parol: A symbol of Filipino Christmas Spirit
The tradition of “Burning the Devil” in Guatemala
“A symbolical tradition that the fire which burns the devil serves as purifying element, as the Virgin Mary was the blessed one to conceive baby Jesus must be free from any form of evil, therefore the event served as “burning the devil” to clear the way for Mary’s feast.” Continue reading The tradition of “Burning the Devil” in Guatemala
Fortress of Mixco Viejo: Chimaltenango, Guatemala
The ruins was earlier confused and associated to Postclassic Poqomam capital city, when in fact it was the oldest city of the kingdom of Kaqchikel. Continue reading Fortress of Mixco Viejo: Chimaltenango, Guatemala
The importance of corn in Guatemala
In, Guatemala, corn is always integrated in every meal and served in many ways. Continue reading The importance of corn in Guatemala
Handcrafted guitars of Cebu, Philippines
Aside from beautiful faces of Cebu and the sweet smile of its people, Cebu is a hub of perfect melody. Continue reading Handcrafted guitars of Cebu, Philippines
The Chicken Bus of Guatemala
The chicken bus or “camioneta” as locals refer to it, is the main mode of local transportation between towns, villages and cities especially in the western part of Guatemala. Usually, taking the chicken bus is the cheapest option for travelling … Continue reading The Chicken Bus of Guatemala
Rompopo and Caldo de frutas of Salcajá
Getting drunk is not new in Guatemala, or anywhere in the world, everybody have their own version of “happy hour/moment”. For many years, Salcajá has been the best reference for production of homemade alcoholic beverages in Guatemala. Salcajá is a town in … Continue reading Rompopo and Caldo de frutas of Salcajá
The Art of Making Burnay: Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines
The art of making burnay stood the test of time and continues to showcase Filipinos artistry and craftsmanship. Highly quality products and preserved tradition: Burnay jars of Vigan, Ilocos Sur. Continue reading The Art of Making Burnay: Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines
The bargain district of Manila: Divisoria
Divisoria still reigns supreme as the go to place when it comes to great finds and bargain shopping. Continue reading The bargain district of Manila: Divisoria
The Historic Town of Vigan: Ilocos Sur, Philippines
With all the cultures and architectural influences reflected in the buildings around Vigan, no wonder Vigan is on the list of UNESCO as one of the World Heritage Sites. Continue reading The Historic Town of Vigan: Ilocos Sur, Philippines
The Higantes Festival: Angono, Rizal Philippines
A festival that shows the fun-spirited Filipinos, the ability to make the best of any bad situation given. Indeed, Higantes Festival is a celebration of BIG stories. Continue reading The Higantes Festival: Angono, Rizal Philippines
The Mixed Culture 