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Danao City ‘gun maker’ nabbed in raid
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 39-year-old man, who was accused of the illegal manufacture of guns, was arrested in a raid in his residence in Sitio Sapangdako, Barangay Matija, Danao City in northern Cebu, Tuesday dawn, March 26. In a report, the Cebu Police Provincial Office (CPPO) said that the raid was based on a.....»»
How BYD Transformed from Battery Maker to Electric Vehicle Leader, Surpassing Tesla
Chinese automaker BYD, backed by Warren Buffett, has overtaken Tesla to become the world’s top electric vehicle (EV) maker in the fourth quarter of 2023,.....»»
'India, Russia have taken extra care to look after each other s interests': EAM Jaishankar
Singapore, March 25 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday stressed that Russia is a country with which India has always had a positive relationship. While addressing the members of the Indian Community in Singapore, Jaishankar said that both countries have taken extra care to look after each other's interests. "I will ask myself...Has Russia helped us or harmed us?...Are there gains to be made from Russ.....»»
'India, Russia have taken extra care to look after each other s interests': EAM Jaishankar
Singapore, March 25 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday stressed that Russia is a country with which India has always had a positive relationship. While addressing the members of the Indian Community in Singapore, Jaishankar said that both countries have taken extra care to look after each other's interests. "I will ask myself...Has Russia helped us or harmed us?...Are there gains to be made from Russ.....»»
NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force
The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union. "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»
Mikey Belmonte bags Water Warrior Award
Quezon City Councilor Belmonte was conferred the “Water Warrior Award for Advocacy Leadership” during the 2024 World Water Day Awards in recognition of his contributions as an active partner of Maynilad in championing access to safe water, reliable sanitation and environmental responsibility......»»
NY-based filmmaker Isabel Sandoval to meg another film in Philippines
Even before, Filipino screenwriter actor and director Isabel Sandoval, previously known as Vincent Sandoval, was geared for great recognition, especially after she moved to the US in 2005......»»
Witches, devils scare you straight in indigenous Nicaragua festival
Thousands of people dressed as terrifying characters from fables and legends have taken to the streets in a Nicaraguan festival heavy on fright. The Aguizotes festival, held in an indigenous neighborhood in the city of Masaya, is known for local artisans' spectacularly spooky masks. Music for the event, in the town south of Managua, is cool in its own right -- a hypnotizing soundtrack of drums, cymbals, trumpets, trombones, and tubas. "Our grandfathers and grandmothers did this to instill fear in future generations -- so that they would do the right things," William Guerrero, decked out in a red devil's mask, told AFP. The festival is held on the last Friday of each October. Characters include a black devil with enormous horns and a Witch of the Volcano. Another traditional character, the "nagua" or haunted cart, travels through town at night making a clamorous noise. Driving it -- dressed in a white tunic and carrying his signature scythe -- is the figure of "Death." Several family workshops produce masks for the festival. Artisan Fermina Lopez, 39, told AFP that she inherited her mask workshop. Lester Espinoza, 42, told AFP that his family workshop made more than 1,000 masks for the carnival. "It starts out as a kind of dough, and then we put it in the mold and we begin to style the mask." The post Witches, devils scare you straight in indigenous Nicaragua festival appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Ilocos Sur’s Tela de Bonita makes inabel more accessible
The Philippines has a number of textile weaving cultures that live on, passed down from generations to generations in different regions. The Ilocanos of northern Luzon take pride in producing handwoven textiles in different weaving techniques and with several designs, collectively called inabel, an Ilocano word that generally means “something woven.” The beautiful and resilient textiles, woven out of cotton material, have been used to make attire and household items such as blankets. However, production of these textiles has dwindled over time as there are fewer and fewer weavers. Some point out that not much innovation has been put into its design to meet modern needs. [gallery columns="2" size="full" ids="182657,182658"] This led young Ilocana woman entrepreneur Mia Aguila to launch her line of products that incorporate traditional textiles and modern designs into beautiful and functional fashion and home items. “The business was born from my frustration in finding inabel items in Manila that were not affordable to budget-conscious buyers. I want to make this heirloom craft accessible to more Filipinos so that they can proudly own a piece of Ilocos Sur’s history and heritage,” she said. Aguila, who is a mother herself, said this is also her way of supporting the weavers of the Ilocano communities, as it offers them a source of income to help support their families. “They are mothers who can earn from home, when they are not busy looking after their families. We want to support the local economy with more opportunities for our women to be more empowered in financial decision making in their households,” she related. She plans to put all stages of production — from design and weaving to sewing — in Ilocos Sur. [gallery columns="2" size="full" ids="182656,182654"] Tela de Bonita introduces design innovations that offer practicality and functionality to fit into modern lifestyles. Among their products are slippers and bags that incorporate inabel, along with household items such as pillowcases, placemats and table runners. “One of our innovations is that we produce inabel sets, so that the pillowcases and table accents match, for example. This adds a luxurious and harmonious look to the living space,” Aguila explained. They have also added more detail to the designs such as adding tassels on throw pillow cases. Traditional textile patterns and designs usually depend on the town of their origins, and Aguila highlights the artisan’s designs with the use of color, ranging from the heritage color combinations that have been used since the Spanish era, to happy tropical hues, and even classy and timeless neutrals. [gallery size="full" columns="2" ids="182655,182652"] Aside from promoting heritage and history, Aguila also keeps sustainability in mind. Her line of T-shirts incorporates retasos or scraps of cloth left behind after being used. These give the shirts a fun and colorful patchwork effect. “I grew up with many inabel items at home, and I want to bring this tradition to the next generation. Through Tela de Bonita, I want to develop the skills of more women weavers and local designers, and I also want today’s youth to appreciate the art of inabel,” she said. Tela de Bonita was formally launched in a fashion show held last 1 May at Vigan City’s famous Calle Crisologo, part of the celebration of the Binatbatan Vigan Festival of the Arts. There are already plans for market expansion here and overseas. Products are available at the lobby of Hotel Felicidad in Vigan City and online through the official Tela De Bonita Facebook and Instagram pages. One can email address TelaDeBonita22@gmail.com. The post Ilocos Sur’s Tela de Bonita makes inabel more accessible appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Maker & Made resto draws brunch crowd
As businesses are thriving again following the coronavirus plague for three long years, people as usual are coming in droves to shopping and dining establishments in the busy commercial centers of the metropolis. [caption id="attachment_171844" align="aligncenter" width="822"] Bread baked fresh daily.[/caption] [gallery size="full" ids="171842,171846,171845"] We can see customers like honeybees enjoying various food delicacies in restaurants and sipping hot or cold coffee at cafes. Maker and Made, located at the Milestone Bldg. in Bonifacio Global City, is one such coffee shop that draws folks to its menu offerings. People from various nationalities and economic status, though the place is the habitat of the powerful, famous and rich, are fond of coming to the establishment to enjoy its coffee and other food delicacies. The coffee shop is manned by 30 ex-overseas Filipino workers who worked for over 20 years in a famous coffee shop in Singapore. Though gainfully employed there, they left, only to join with this company as all of them are Filipinos except the owners. John Paul Galang, executive sous chef and sous chef in Singapore for so many decades, said the place opened on 24 May. It is owned by Communal Artisan Group whose business acumen primarily is focused in foods and beverages. Galang averred that the resto’s specialty is coffee from a local source, artisan baking and other delicious food delicacies with an Aussie style known as brunch, but it is rooted of Filipino sensibilities. The coffee shop opens at 7 a.m. and takes it last order at 5 p.m. Rue Ribon, executive chef and certified executive officer, said the owners of this coffee shop have the heart to help and bless our Filipino small farmers as coffee beans and other products are locally produced. They also work with coffee growers from Mindanao. The cafe can accommodate close to 60 people as it has communal tables, bar seats and al fresco seats and tables along with a high-tech comfort room and washing area. Food and coffee are served in locally produced ceramic earthenware. Many components in their dishes and baked threats are all made fresh in-house, and should their customers take the goodies home, their packaging is biodegradable with less impact on the environment. Next time you pass by or have a scheduled food trip at BGC, why not give it a try at Maker and Made? The post Maker & Made resto draws brunch crowd appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Larone Crafts’ trendy Filipino handbags make waves in Europe
Jennifer Lo is living proof that an eye for aesthetics can be inherited. Based in Makati City, Metro Manila, the third-generation entrepreneur has carried on her family’s business of handicrafts—Larone Crafts, registered in 1984. Growing up, she helped her mother during trade shows, observing how business was conducted with foreign buyers and taking minutes of business meetings. After completing a short course on Manufacturing Management at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles in 2006, she worked with various fashion companies before coming back to the Philippines to help in her mother’s handbag business. “I’m the steward of my parents’ and grandparents’ hard work. My goal is to make the business sustainable for another 20 years,” said Jennifer, who operates out of a compact 500-square-meter office that includes a production area and warehouse on the top floor. Larone Crafts’ designs are modern but remain true to Pinoy traditions by incorporating Tinalak weaves and the woven fabric Inabel. Natural plant fibers such as abaca, raffia and seagrass sourced from all around the Philippines add an indigenous charm to the products. The results are timeless accessories that buyers can keep in their wardrobe season after season. “The bags are meant to be used all year round. We do not make items that are just for a certain season to be thrown away the next. We manufacture them to last," said Jennifer. Among Larone Crafts’ handbags, the signature hand-embroidered clutch bags are a particular hit with buyers. Larone Crafts' agility to keep abreast with technological advancements and design trends has kept it exporting successfully over the years. The company’s first exports were made in 1984 to the USA. Back then, Jennifer was only three years old. “I can see how conducting international business at a time when the Internet was not yet existing must have been quite a challenge,” she said. In 2009, when Jennifer joined the company, she continued to step up to evolving market trends. “Smaller niche brands were coming into the field. Rather than large containers of orders with thousands of pieces of the same style, orders of several styles and colors in a few hundred pieces were preferred,” she recalled. In 2022, following the pandemic, 3 percent of Larone’s customers were from the European Union, 90 percent from the USA and the rest a mix from other countries. For a long time, the only way to start an international business was through participation in trade fairs, which is not an easy thing to do alone. The company has been part of the Manila FAME almost every year since the 1980s. Showing at Maison et Objet, NY Now and Ambiente over the last 10 years has also been fruitful. “We received support from the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions, the export promotion arm of the Philippine government’s Department of Trade and Industry, to participate in international trade shows in the EU and in the USA. Before the internet and emails, this was the only way of gaining new overseas customers.” Jennifer feels that her company’s participation in these trade shows has been instrumental in reaching customers, particularly in the EU. Trade shows boost market research, linkages, design aesthetics and competitiveness. She emphasized that CITEM’s support in terms of product design, booth design and implementation, and pre-show marketing has been invaluable in upgrading her business. “These are all high costs that would be difficult for our small business to absorb when initially trying to enter into a new market.” Jennifer sees many benefits from the EU Generalized System of Preference Plus (GSP+). “The EU GSP + makes our products more competitive in the EU market by reducing the cost of importing our goods into the country for our buyers. It improves access to the 27 countries in the EU.” Larone Crafts is already exporting to Spain and the Netherlands, with samples sent recently to Italy which are expected to generate more orders. “The EU is an attractive export market for our company because of the ease of doing business with their bilingual teams, the market’s love for sustainable, handmade and natural products, and the favorable trade policies such as the GSP+.” As Jennifer works towards expanding her product assortment in home and lifestyle products, she is cognizant of those who work for her. Depending upon the volume of orders, in any given season, she employs approximately 100 workers. She not only retained artisan families from her mother’s time, but also sources from small businesses that employ women. “We work with weavers and artisans in their communities from all over the Philippines, giving them a reliable livelihood and helping to preserve the region’s traditional crafts.” The ARISE Plus Philippines project is enabling Philippine exporters to take advantage of European Union market access and the trade privileges granted under the GSP+. It supports the overall EU-Philippines trade relationship and trade-related policies. ARISE Plus Philippines is a project of the Government of the Philippines, with the Department of Trade and Industry as lead partner together with the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Bureau of Customs, the Department of Science and Technology, as well as the private sector. It is funded by the EU, with the International Trade Centre as the technical agency for the project. The post Larone Crafts’ trendy Filipino handbags make waves in Europe appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Cakes for Dad
Father’s Day takes place every third Sunday of June, and this year it falls on 18 June, which is already this Sunday. It is that one special day of the year when the world honors fathers (and father figures) by recognizing the important role that they play in our lives. A celebration which started in Washington, United States, in 1910, Father’s Day has been observed in the Philippines since the 1980s. It is not an official public holiday, but since it falls on a Sunday, families are able to celebrate it without any problems. As it is with Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May, families usually celebrate Father’s Day with food. They go out and enjoy lunch or dinner together. They also gift Daddy dear with a cake or confection. Here are some of the options. [caption id="attachment_144641" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Kumori's Chocolate Truffle Cake.[/caption] EXCLUSIVE FATHER’S DAY CAKE Kumori Japanese Bakery & Café is offering an exclusive cake for Father’s Day. It is called Midnight Choco Truffle Cake, a rich chocolate cake layered with cocoa brownies and dark chocolate ganache. Petite in its five-inch in diameter cake priced at P699, it is available in Kumori branches in Metro Manila as well as online via www.kumori.com.ph or through food apps Foodpanda and GrabFood. [caption id="attachment_144638" align="aligncenter" width="525"] photographs by dolly dy-zulueta for the daily tribuneConsuelo's Coffee Crunch Cake.[/caption] THREE OPTIONS Consuelo’s Artisan Cakes highlights three 8x3-inch cakes for this year’s Father’s Day celebration — Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake, Old-fashioned Chocolate Cake and Coffee Crunch Cake — which the cake expert thinks are all perfect for Dad. Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake (P1,100) is classic moist chocolate cake with whipped Belgian dark chocolate ganache frosting and cocoa dustings, while Old-fashioned Chocolate Cake (P850) is moist chocolate cake with slow-cooked cocoa fudge frosting. Coffee Crunch Cake (P850) is coffee chiffon cake infused with local coffee beans from Sagada, filled with coffee custard and honey crunch, frosted with sweetened whipped cream and topped with honey crunch chunks. [caption id="attachment_144639" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Consuelo's Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake and Old-fashioned Chocolate Cake.[/caption] To order, message through Viber (0961-6392954) or Facebook and Instagram accounts (@consuelosartisancakes). [caption id="attachment_144636" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Photograph courtesy of Le DelicieuxLe Delicieux's Belgian Chocolate Cake.[/caption] NOW THERE ARE FOUR [caption id="attachment_144642" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Photograph courtesy of Le DelicieuxLe Delicieux's Classic Mocha Cake.[/caption] Le Delicieux Patisserie and Café offers five different kinds of cakes for Father’s Day. These are Belgian Chocolate Cake (three layers of cake consisting of moist chocolate cake, mocha chiffon and vanilla chiffon cake, iced with buttercream caramel, covered with melted chocolate, garnished with chocolate curls and almonds) at P970; Red Velvet Cake (layers of red velvet cake, frosted with cream cheese and garnished with red velvet chocolate crumbs) at P900; Mango Dream Cake (two layers of vanilla chiffon cake with cashew meringue bottom layer, frosted with fresh cream and mango slices) at P900; and classic Mocha Cake (mocha chiffon cake filled with light caramel cream, frosted with mocha buttercream, and decorated with hand-piped buttercream flowers) at P700. To order, message Le Delicieux’s Facebook page or call 8561-9601. [caption id="attachment_144640" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Photograph courtesy of Forget Me NotForget Me Not SpecialtyCakes' Fogata and MochoCakes in cake-to-go form.[/caption] CAKES TO GO Forget Me Not Specialty Cakes has on its Father’s Day menu Cakes-to-Go in round tubs in Fogata (chocolate cake with caramel fudge filling and boiled marshmallow icing) and Mocho Cake (a layer each of chocolate cake and mocha cake with mocha buttercream) variants at P325 per cake or P575 for set of 2; and Father’s Day Brownie Loaf (premium dark chocolate brownies with whipped chocolate buttercream icing at P375. To order, message Facebook or Instagram accounts (@forgetmenotspecialtycakes) or contact 0945-5135391 or 8723-2776. [caption id="attachment_144637" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Photograph courtesy of TatatitoTatatito's Salted Caramel Cake.[/caption] INSPIRED BY FILIPINO DESSERT Tatatito has just introduced a new cake just in time for Father’s Day. It’s called Salted Yema Cake, as inspired by a childhood favorite, yema. It consists of delicate chiffon cake layers with rich and sweet yema custard. The cake is available at Tatatito, OPL Building, Don Carlos Palanca Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City. Happy Father’s Day, everyone! The post Cakes for Dad appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Master Pinoy home cooking
The country’s leading culinary school CCA Manila launches its groundbreaking course, Fundamentals in Filipino Cuisine. As a pioneer in the culinary arts industry, CCA Manila takes the lead in owning the narrative of Filipino cuisine education, offering students a comprehensive program that celebrates the rich heritage and flavors of Filipino gastronomy. The Fundamentals in Filipino Cuisine Course is a comprehensive 16-day short course designed to provide students with a deep appreciation of Filipino gastronomy, cuisine and heritage. Through hands-on training, students will gain essential skills in ingredient selection and preparation, cooking and plating techniques, and palate calibration of basic selected Filipino dishes. The course covers the culinary traditions of all 17 regions of the country, showcasing the diverse flavors and techniques that make Filipino cuisine unique. To celebrate the launch of this exciting course, CCA Manila will host a kick-off event on 26 June, featuring John Sherwin Felix, a young food and agricultural heritage advocate and founder of Lokalpedia. Felix will share his insights on popularizing Filipino Food Heritage Ingredients, and students will have the opportunity to sample some of the ingredients he has brought from his research trips. “With this program, we aim to train a new generation of culinary professionals who will showcase the unique flavors and heritage of Filipino cuisine. By offering this course, we take pride in our leadership in owning the narrative of Filipino culinary education,” said Chef Kerwin Funtanilla, CCA program manager. The course curriculum focuses on developing key competencies in food safety and sanitation, knife skills, cooking methods, food presentation, and techniques specifically applied to Filipino cuisine. By the end of the program, students will be proficient in preparing and cooking a wide array of Filipino dishes using appropriate techniques. They will also learn to present these dishes in a way that incorporates internationally acceptable techniques, allowing them to showcase the beauty and richness of Filipino cuisine to a global audience. As part of the course, students will have the incredible opportunity to go beyond the classroom and embark on two field trips to renowned culinary establishments that truly embody the essence of Filipino cuisine. These immersive excursions offer firsthand experiences, giving students the chance to deepen their appreciation for the intricate artisan culinary techniques and exceptional culinary products that define Filipino cuisine. The post Master Pinoy home cooking appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Sublime maison — where the river and sea meet
Filipino-French businessman Christophe Bariou’s Maison Bukana is redefining sustainability and luxury in Siargao. The private villa, located at the very edge of Malinao, boasts four intimate rooms, a natural stone pool, an exquisite bar and wine selection, a modern kitchen with a private chef and an open space living area for travelers to settle in while on the island. [caption id="attachment_139835" align="aligncenter" width="525"] NATURAL stone pool.[/caption] Maison Bukana, which opened in 2021 during the pandemic, has a team of hospitality professionals mostly from Siargao. A few of them have been with the Bariou family for 35 years as caretakers of the property. [caption id="attachment_139834" align="aligncenter" width="525"] ARTISAN interior decor at Maison Bukana.[/caption] “I moved here (Siagao) in 2013 right after my studies. It was when I discovered the beauty of the island even though I had been coming here since I was six years old. It was the turning point of my life,” Bariou tells Daily Tribune. The property was built with the help of Chris’ friend, hospitality professional Bobbie Braga, and architect Michael Litang. The design and landscaping were done by George Tan of Tanaw Design, with Chris’ sister Stephanie who curated the furniture and provided interior design. [caption id="attachment_139832" align="aligncenter" width="525"] VAULTED ceilings make the property more spacious.[/caption] The year 2021 was a sad year for the island. As if the pandemic-induced strict mobility lockdown that prevented tourists from visiting Siargao were not enough, supertyphoon “Odette” barreled into the island in December. Fortunately, Maison Bukana survived the hurricane’s wrath and emerged with only slight damage. “Like, she (Nadine Lustre, his girlfriend) didn’t know I was even alive for, like, three days. At some point, I had access to a satellite phone. I was given a list of survivors and messages from people who wanted to send other news,” he said. Lustre joined him in Siargao from Cagayan de Oro to extend help. “She was here during all the preparations. There was absolutely nothing else we would want to do. We just organized as much as we could,” he said. At that point Bariou realized that making Maison Bukana’s structure sustainable is critical to preserving the property’s natural assets. To begin with, Maison is the only structure on the island made entirely with Ecocast, an earthquake-proof, fireproof, temperature-isolated hollow block made from single-use plastic waste. With eco-consciousness at its core, Maison Bukana has also adopted natural lighting to reduce energy consumption and a gigantic rainwater collection system for its water supply. Its room amenities, personal care, kitchen and laundry are all plant-based and natural. The food selection, on the other hand, is sourced from the freshest and organic products from the island. [caption id="attachment_139833" align="aligncenter" width="525"] MAISON Bukana is the only structure in the island made with Ecocast, a sustainable hollow block made from single-use plastic waste.[/caption] “There’s always been a communication between communities to bring something in for the island in a sustainable way,” said Bariou. Maison Bukana offers a host of leisure activities: Guided private tours in Siargao, island hopping, wake park, surfing packages, water activities and kite surfing. A minimum stay of two nights is required for up to eight guests, yet Maison Bukana can accommodate up to 12 people. The post Sublime maison — where the river and sea meet appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Fleeting glimpse, lasting impression
New creations and classic pieces were recently showcased at the first-ever Boutique “L’éphémère” for mothers at The Rockwellist of Power Plant Mall Boutique. Special gratitude pricing was offered exclusively for the boutique. Unique artisan creations such as 100-percent Philippine tropical handwoven clothing, accessories and home decor made with local sugarcane fabric, and intricate contemporary lamps that showcase Philippine craftsmanship were all on display. Brand founders Artifeks by Clair Concepcion Barberis, Kanya by Bea Roxas and Maison Métisse by Adrienne Charuel are creating brands that focus on sustainability, community and quality creations that inspire a more mindful lifestyle. For the home, Barberis thought of using local and upcycled materials with an elevated contemporary aesthetic. In-house skilled Filipino artisans manufactured one-of-a-kind handcrafted objects for the luxe artisan brand Artifeks. Roxas’ creations were made by harvesting and spinning sugarcane yarns, weaving them into textiles and transforming them into beautiful products. Bags and home accessories made from plant to product make Kanya a sustainable brand. [caption id="attachment_136675" align="aligncenter" width="658"] PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/KANYA.PH | JERWIN bag by Kanya.[/caption] A slow fashion brand with its own weaving atelier that produces clothing and accessories highlighting 100-percent natural Philippine handwoven textiles, natural/eco-friendly dyes and hand embroidery is Maison Métisse. Here’s what Adrienne Charuel told Daily Tribune: Daily Tribune (DT): Can you tell us something about the designs and creations? Adrienne Charuel (AC): We focus on 100-percent hand-woven Philippine textiles, where we weave fabrics with Philippine pineapple, cotton and silk fibers. We transform them into wearable garments. We also introduce our creations with natural dyes and eco-friendly dyes. All of it is tied up with artists and communities. Then our other brand is Kanya, which is the founder of barrel house, where she does her bags and home accessories made with sugarcane textiles. So she actually has a sugarcane farm. And she does everything from her sugar cane stripping it off to flavors to yarns to the textile and to her finished bags. And then the last brand is Artifeks where my friend, makes these artisan lamps which she does like a mid-century interpretation of Philippine furniture. And so she works a lot with local materials like palm coconut tree lamps. DT: What is this made of? (Tree decor) AC: It’s made with recycled tin cans. They literally flattened it and she cuts off each piece and makes it into all of these beautiful little pieces. So very artisanal and handcrafted. [caption id="attachment_136674" align="aligncenter" width="525"] PHOTOGRAPH BY SONNY ESPIRITU FOR THE DAILY TRIBUNE | ARTISAN tree lamp made of recycled tin cans.[/caption] DT: What about Maison Métisse? AC: I put everything, Philippine tropical fabric, where it’s really made in the Philippines. So I’m proud to say that women’s garments are really 100-percent Filipino from the fibers to the art, the science and the designer, which is me. And then even for our hand crochet products. It takes eight to 10 days to make this. We really work with artists and we have our own weaving. I really wanted to get into weaving our own Philippine tropical fabric which makes it unique. DT: How do you choose the color and fabric to use? AC: For the handwoven, I’m keeping it simple because I was inspired more by white luxury, simple wearables. I do have my very colorful fabrics which are eco-friendly and organic. Then, of course, I worked with neighboring areas from northern design in Abra. And I’ve been working with them since 2018, to embellish it. DT: How do you often change? Or how do you often create new pieces? AC: The most ideal, one to two collections in a year. Just one because everything is handpicked and it takes either 10 days. So just imagine our timeline, in terms of producing and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Because everything is artisanal and handcrafted. DT: Why do you prefer local artists and products? AC: I’ve always loved anything handcrafted because there’s really a story and a heritage behind it. Like if you look at the handcrafted items and I love that because the person who created that, their personality, their attitude, their emotion at that moment, when they’re creating something, you feel it when you look at fabric, so it has its own charm, and it’s unique to the person who made it at that specific time. Maybe she’s having a bad day, maybe she’s having a tough day, but textiles will always carry that. DT: You studied in France. Do you consider yourself studying in a different country in Europe? Or maybe South America because of Latin or maybe China? AC: No idea for the moment. But I would really love to further my studies in Bali, Indonesia and India. I went there once and I really fell in love with the textiles and they also are pioneers in terms of natural dyes and textiles. The post Fleeting glimpse, lasting impression appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
U.S. BUYS FILIPINO CRAFTS
Businesses like Larone Crafts contribute to the strong economic relationship between the Philippines and the US. The artisan-handbag manufacturer partners with weavers, cooperatives and micro businesses to create products for the US market while providing Filipino women with a steady source of income for their families. The post U.S. BUYS FILIPINO CRAFTS appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
ASUS bolsters support to Filipino artisans, culminates Zarah Juan collaboration
ASUS and Zarah Juan turned over laptops to seven Filipino artisan communities from different parts of the Philippines last March 9, 2023......»»
Just like ice cream man Paco Magsaysay, you, too can survive!
When artisan sorbetero Paco Magsaysay of Carmen’s Best was diagnosed with the earliest stages of chronic lymphocytic leukemia in 2013, he decided to get a second opinion at the renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center......»»
Lanao Sur artisans get support to boost economic enterprise
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - The Lanao del Sur provincial tourism office has provided networking opportunities for local artisans to boost economic enterprise on homegrown craftsmanship.Speaking at the Meranaw Artisan Summit in Marawi City on Tuesday, Lanao del Sur 1st District Board Member Ringo.....»»
Lanao Sur artisans get support to boost economic enterprise
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY - The Lanao del Sur provincial tourism office has provided networking opportunities for local artisans to boost economic enterprise on homegrown craftsmanship.Speaking at the Meranaw Artisan Summit in Marawi City on Tuesday, Lanao del Sur 1st District Board Member Ringo.....»»