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Willem Dafoe, Platoon, and the People Power Revolution: The Hollywood-Meets-History Moment You Never Knew About
In a 2019 interview with Vanity Fair, Willem Dafoe recounted his unexpected experience during the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution in the Philippines. "I arrived in the Philippines and my plane was the last plane in because there was a revolution,” Dafoe recalled. With production halted, he and a few others spent "three or four days... out on the streets with the people." Reflecting on the event, he described it as "an incredible feeling because it was a revolution that happened for the most part without violence."
6 Inspiring TED Talks from Filipino Thought Leaders
Sometimes we all need a bit of inspiration and motivation to spark our inner greatness or keep us moving forward. What better way to gain this boost of encouragement than listening to fellow Filipinos share their stories and passions. Here is a list of our favorite Filipino Ted talk speakers that have inspired us to greater heights.
5 Filipino Dishes With Chinese ORIGINS and Their History
The Philippines has been influenced by many other cultures, whether by trade or colonization. These influences can be seen through our cuisine. Prior to Spanish colonization, Chinese culture greatly influenced the Philippines through trading. Some of our popular dishes and well-known snacks have Chinese influence both in the name and the cooking.
The World’s First Michelin-Starred Filipino Chefs
Right now is an exciting time for Filipino chefs and Filipino food! Growing up, Filipino food was just home cooking and there weren’t many restaurants serving it. Eventually, more Filipino restaurants and food trucks began to pop-up, and smaller businesses that do catering and desserts spots were being made. Now, we get to see Filipino food in a different light, as it becomes a part of the fine dining experience. In case you haven’t heard of these chefs yet, here is an introduction to the first Filipino chefs to gain a Michelin-star!
FARM TO CUP: 3 Filipino Coffee Brands Sourcing Beans Straight From The Philippines
For the average coffee drinker, the start of the day might look like going to Starbucks, using a Keurig, or maybe even making one of those 3-in-1 instant coffee packets. Let me introduce you to 3 brands selling quality beans from the Philippines.
6 Filipino American Mental Health Experts To Follow on Instagram
It’s no surprise that mental health stigma is still prevalent in the US, given that mental health treatment isn’t easily accessible to many people. Although information and education about mental health is not a replacement for therapy or other forms of treatment, it does help to create awareness and better understanding of topics related to mental health.
5 Native Philippine Plants to brighten up your Space (and are easy to keep alive!)
Whether you’re a plant enthusiast looking to add to your collection or a new plant parent looking for your first plant, here are a few suggestions highlighting common house plants you might not have known are from the Philippines!
SF’s Largest Filipino Creative Market Returns in its 6th Year As a Theme Park Inspired Daytime Festival
Imagining what a Filipino-American theme park would look like, UNDSCVRD’s founders Kultivate Labs and Make It Mariko, are back for its sixth season at San Francisco’s Filipino Cultural Heritage District - SOMA Pilipinas. Checkout UNDISCOVERED (UNDSCVRD) SF’s Filipino creative market on October 22nd, 2022 from 12-6pm!