Thanksgiving 2009 – The Filipino Way

Thanksgiving at Tuangco Residence

How do Filipinos celebrate Thanksgiving here in Jersey City? Do we put stuffed turkey on our table? Do we also serve potatoes, cranberry sauce, and other “Turkey Day” side-dishes the way native Americans do? Or do we feast on Filipino dishes?



June 12: Philippine Independence Day Event in Jersey City

In celebration of Philippine’s Independence Day, a Flag-raising ceremony will be held in Downtown, Jersey city tomorrow – June 12, 2009. PAFCOM is inviting Filipinos to join the celebration at the City Hall at 6PM.

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How Do Pinoys Celebrate New Year’s Eve in JC?

As a Filipino, how do you celebrate New Year’s Eve here in Jersey City? I know some Pinoys went to Times Square in New York to witness the giant ball drop. But that tradition is too “western” for some.

Filipinos in the Philippines use firecrackers to celebrate the New Year’s Eve. Common beliefs say that the [...]



Merry Christmas to all Filipinos in Jersey City!

Merry Christmas to all Filipinos here in Jersey City! Hope you are enjoying this time of the year with your family and loved ones!

Cheers and have a blessed holiday! May we have a prosperous new year ahead of us!



Thanksgiving Celebration – The Filipino Way

Who says Filipino Culture is gone here in the US? It is not lost yet when Filipinos in Jersey City celebrate holidays such as Thanksgiving. Filipinos will gather and will still serve Filipino food.

The main dishes of Thanksgiving are the brown roasted turkey and ham. However, Filipino dishes will definitely occupy the dining table.

For instance, [...]