Bisaya pre-colonial clothing advocates in “Where the Leaves Fall” magazine

Bisaya pre-colonial clothing advocates in “Where the Leaves Fall” magazine

Pre-colonial/Philippine fashion advocates are featured in this magazine on nature and the environment.

Books I’ve read, are reading, and want to read

Books I’ve read, are reading, and want to read

Just a shortlist of Filipino books I’ve read or trying to finish so far. I enjoy various topics about the Philippines, but mostly history and food.

Illustration work for “The Bitter Melon”

Illustration work for “The Bitter Melon”

Illustrated this book about a little ampalaya or bitter melon navigating their feelings. A great children’s book on mental health awareness.

Si Kalipay: Ug Ang Kinagamyang Tiktik by Christina Newhard

Si Kalipay: Ug Ang Kinagamyang Tiktik by Christina Newhard

A small or gagmayng review of a beautiful children’s book with English and Cebuano translation.

A Lolong Time Ago: A Prehistory of the Philippines

A Lolong Time Ago: A Prehistory of the Philippines

Short, sweet, and fun to read. Though this book is good for all ages, my review about it might not be.

Sangkap by Food Writers Association of the Philippines

Sangkap by Food Writers Association of the Philippines

“Sangkap” is a great way to discover Filipino food writers, especially those with a focus on a particular aspect of Filipino food.

Tikim by Doreen Fernandez

Tikim by Doreen Fernandez

Many say Doreen Fernandez’s “Tikim” is a pivotal book in Filipino food literature. I’ll have to agree.

Taste of Control by R. Alexander D. Orquiza

Taste of Control by R. Alexander D. Orquiza

Authored by Dr. Alex Orquiza, Taste of Control gives us a taste of what Filipinos were being taught both in schools and in advertising in regards to food.

People in Panic by Marguerite Alcazaren de Leon

People in Panic by Marguerite Alcazaren de Leon

A short review on a book of short (but sweet) stories.

Pigafetta’s Philippine Picnic by Felice Prudente Sta. Maria

Pigafetta’s Philippine Picnic by Felice Prudente Sta. Maria

A review (kinda) of “Pigafetta’s Philippine Picnic” by Felice Prudente Sta. Maria.