Growing up in a Filipino household often means witnessing small but meaningful gestures. A classic example is an older sibling offering the best gifts they can make by hand for their younger sibling. Or a parent wrapping extra food to give to a neighbor. These everyday moments may seem simple, but they play a powerful role in shaping how we teach kids to care for others. For many parents, their only...
Building a family can take many forms, and for many Filipinos, adoption provides a beautiful path toward giving children waiting for loving families the brighter future they deserve. In recent years, the adoption landscape in the Philippines has evolved significantly. The State of Adoption in the Philippines According to the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), thousands of...
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Image source: Freepik Filipino Roast Beef Recipe and Its Place in Modern Filipino Kitchens Many households across the Philippines have embraced dishes once considered too complicated for home kitchens. A Filipino roast beef recipe fits naturally into today’s dining tables because families enjoy hearty meals that balance comfort and depth of flavor. While it isn’t a traditional heritage dish...
Image source: https://albay.gov.ph/tourist-spot/ Investing in Lot-Only Properties in Bicol Region's Fastest-Growing Cities Bicol has become one of the most stable regional markets for land acquisition. Many of their cities continue to expand through commercial activity, improved mobility, and public–private investments, making land more appealing to long-term planners. With more families...
Image source: Freepik Why Nurturing a Child’s Curiosity Matters Raising children in the Philippines today means preparing them for a world shaped by science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Families are surrounded by rapid digital change, unpredictable weather patterns, and growing economic demand for STEM skills across various subjects. These shifts make parent involvement an...
Every November, the peaceful town of Angono, Rizal bursts into color, music, and laughter as it celebrates one of the most unique and vibrant traditions in the Philippines, the Gigantes or Higantes Festival. This grand celebration is a feast of art, culture, and community, where towering papier mâché giants (higantes) march down the streets, representing the Angono, Rizal's deep artistic roots and...
In the Philippines, bullying and mental health concerns among young people have become increasingly visible issues in recent years. According to the Department of Education (DepEd), nearly one in three students has experienced some form of bullying, ranging from name-calling, physical bullying, or cyberbullying on social media platforms, most prevalent in a child's school. Meanwhile, the...
Spanning from September to early January, the Christmas season in the Philippines treats you to a world of lights and festive decorations— not to mention the countless events held in celebration of Christmas. In the Philippines, though, the Christmas season isn't merely a stretch of festivities but a living testament to the deeply rooted sense of gratitude in Filipino culture. For many...
Image source: Freepik Noche Buena Preparation Tips for Christmas Eve Dinner In the Philippines, December marks the most wonderful time for family, food, and heartfelt holiday celebrations. As Christmas Eve approaches, every household begins its noche buena preparations — polishing the menu, planning the feast, and arranging the noche buena table. But behind every memorable celebration is a...
