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Thoughtleaders – Josephine Cuthbert Community Champion A vital mover within the UAE’s vibrant and thriving food industry is Josephine Cuthbert, a nutrition consultant who has been at the core of pulling together the region’s most pre-eminent culinary initiative. For over 15 years, Josephine has been at the forefront of the Emirates Culinary Guild, serving …
Rising Marketing Stars Behind some of the region’s most prominent initiatives on the social media scene are young and brilliant Filipinos in the driving seat. Geny Villareal Baluyot While she is mostly known for her bold, moody Instagram photography and involvement in the #shotoniphone6s ‘Colors’ campaign, Geny Villareal Baluyot (aka Genyvb) is, in …
Rollan Rodriguez Artist & Catalyst Brown Monkeys instigator and founder of Ape Creative, graphic designer and advertising veteran Rollan Rodriguez is highly regarded by fellow creatives in the Middle East, not only as a design professional, a catalyst for the low brow and urban art movement and community in the UAE but also a …
Joana Bacalo Clean Water Crusader Having worked for a Dubai based airline for over a decade has taken Joana Bacallo on several enlightening journeys – even to the most remote regions on earth. Her travels have illuminated a reality that now fuels her efforts as a social entrepreneur and activist – the fact that there …
The weekend is fast approaching, and with the cloudy weather and almost-spring vibes, it’s absolutely imperative to be slurping down on a hot bowl of noodles! Wokyo is just about the hottest noodle bar in Dubai – with its cool street style gimmick, warm atmosphere and (of course), Asian noodle flava. Here are five ways …
Chef Jade Saducas Culinary Champion Make no mistake, for this petite chef is a giant in her field. Pastry Chef and Cake Designer World Champion Jade Saducas stands out distinguished and proud among many ultra-competitive professionals within the UAE’s burgeoning culinary sphere, a field that, like everywhere else in the world, is heavily dominated by …
See how these Filipino professionals are making a difference in the UAE. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Mardy Dizon, Group Human Resources Manager Vangie Tadena and Content Writer Cristille Cabral share about their interesting careers in the Emirates and how as Overseas Filipinos, they have transcended challenges to pour our their talent and positive energy into the …
Filipino Diplomats in the Middle East Alfonso Ferdinand Agbayani Ver Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain, Alfonso Ver brings with him a wealth of experience in Foreign Service before his first ambassadorial posting in the country. His first foreign assignment was as Vice Consul, then promoted to Consul, in Guam (1996 to 2002). …
Love That Conquered 7000 Miles You’ve probably read about their love story, but we’re here to give you an update! This time, it’s more than a love story. We’ve talked to Marj and Julian recently to catch up. More than the ‘kilig‘, we’ve also learned some life lessons from this young couple. Happy Valentine’s Day! …
Maha Al Shamsi Entrepreneur, Car Racer Wife. Mother. Entrepreneur. Rockstar female car racer. Maha represents the new face of female empowerment and ethnic amalgamation. She is a smart, ambitious and fearless Emirati-Filipina who has defied gender and cultural stereotypes by pursuing her passion for racing and channeling the same dedication to her independent entrepreneurial ventures. …
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