Epic Southeast Asia Festival Attracts 25,000 Visitors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wmx6sAelYC4 By Ricky Matthew Auckland - New Zealand's premier Southeast Asian Food, Travel, Culture...
Say Hello to the ‘Halo Halo Festival’
“Food is front and centre of this event. We have expanded our authentic food offerings to cater for everyone attending, with shorter wait times,” said the organiser, emphasising the festival’s focus on showcasing authentic Southeast Asian cuisine.
The barangay ‘popularity contest’ elevated to new heights
(above) Katharina Weischede (centre) Ms Asia-Pacific International New Zealand. Photo credit: Lynette Matencio OPINION By Noel...
Many are called, but few are chosen
By Ricky Matthew In a foreign land that scarcely echoes the familiarity of...
“It Takes a Village to Raise a Queen.”
By Ricky Matthew above: Katharina Weischede, Miss Philippines NZ 2023. photo credit / Mel Fernandez, Migrant News AUCKLAND - Just like in the Philippines, Filipino pageants...
Festive fun at a Filipino ‘karnabal’ with dance, theatre, games, street...
(above:) The 'Binanog Banog Dance' by the talented Ritmo Pilipino group. The dancer is Joan Percy. photo / Ritmo Pilipino.
Miss NZ on 21st century pageants: ‘So much more involved than...
Georgia waves to a crowd. She is wearing a large silver and red crown, a sash saying 'MISS NEW ZEALAND', and a...
Christmas Kai: Lechon, Lamb or Turkey?
Plummeting prices make lamb the meat of choice this Christmas. By Mel Fernandez, Food Editor - www.halohalo.nz
Kalagkalag 2023 – Ilonggos ‘Spooktacular’ Halloween Bash
"Kalagkalag 2023" demonstrated that Halloween isn't just about spookiness; it's also about coming together for a hauntingly good time.