October marks the celebration of San Diego’s largest Asian American population
The month of October has been recognized as Filipino Heritage Month in California since 2009. October is significant to Filipino Americans, especially those in California, as the first Filipino settlers landed in what is now Morro Bay, California, on Oct. 18, 1587. Filipinos are now the largest Asian American group in San Diego and the entire state.Filipino cultural events in San Diego County
This marks the 3rd annual San Diego Film Festival hosted by the San Diego Filipino Cinema, a nonprofit organization. The SDFF brings together Filipino filmmakers to create a rich cultural experience for the diverse audiences of San Diego while inspiring the next generation of creative thinkers. The film festival will feature in-person workshops, panel discussions and the largest curation of Filipino films in the entire country.
So Sarap! is a cultural celebration of Filipino culture, history and traditions. The event will take place at Waterfront Park in downtown San Diego and will feature a diverse range of artists from around the world to feature and educate audiences on Filipino culture. The word"sarap" translates to"deliciousness," which highlights the traditional Filipino food options that will be available.
Named one of Variety's Ten Comics to Watch in 2022, JR De Guzman will be performing his music-infused comedy at the Balboa Theater in Downtown San Diego. Born in the Philippines but raised in California, De Guzman loves to incorporate his Filipino upbringing into his comedy. His debut album, Dual Citizen, debuted at #1 on iTunes & Billboard Comedy Charts and his stand-up is featured in the Netflix special on"The Comedy Lineup.
National City native, Chef Phillip Esteban, will be hosting a Filipino Kamayan dinner in collaboration with his non-profit creative collective Open Gym. Located at his Filipino restaurant White Rice Morena in Linda Vista, the traditional Kamayan dinner includes a"hands-only" family-style feast without utensils. The accomplished chef has worked at multiple top restaurants throughout the world, including Michelin-starred chef David Chang's Momofuku Ssäm Bar in New York City.
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