Filipino Culture

Articles in Filipino Culture

By Viol 1 comments
Filipinos are known to be very accommodating, friendly and hospitable people. They are willing to sacrifice what they have just to have something to offer to a friend. They used to invite their friends at home for special gatherings and fun ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 7 comments
Chinese people use chopsticks, westerners use forks, Filipinos (traditionally, at least) use their hands... more »
By miasavc 0 comments
Cebu is considered to be one of the best provinces in the Philippines and an ideal place to stay for business or pleasure. Dubbed as the “Queen City of the South”, it is a popular tourist destination because of its vast array of choices for ... more »
By Meldeine Sipes 0 comments
Follow these steps to experience the Filipino culture in a day or two. This guide is for short trips or for those who want to jump start their Filipino culture shock... more »
By astybiz 1 comments
The old wooden collection started way back in World War II between Americans - Japaneses in south Asia. It was the one mansion houses antique here in the Philippines country, gradually the age of wooden, reconstruction modernized house ... more »
By kushikimi 0 comments
I've encountered so many failures already... Yet, Thanks God, em still here standing on my feets with heads turn upward... Let me tell you who failures and frustrations didn't hinder me to reach my GOALS and DREAMS in life..... more »
By AngelBean 0 comments
Strong colors like orange, khaki and fuschia come together in this outfit to put you front and center of all the action. You will be noticed in this outfit and will be seen as a person who truly does walk on sunshine... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 11 comments
Because the Filipino culture is very food-oriented, food accompanies all celebrations, gatherings and informal visits. It's safe to assume that being a guest means you'll be offered something to eat... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 10 comments
Filipinos consider New Year's Eve a time of celebration for the entire family, including children of all ages. Most Filipinos also follow a traditional belief that if the family spends at least the approach of midnight together, then it will stay ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 9 comments
Show proper deportment when eating at a Filipino household: don't sing, but go ahead and burp!.. more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 2 comments
The Philippines are said to have the longest Christmas season in the world. As early as September, bright holiday decorations go up in people's homes and festive music plays on the radio and in stores... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 0 comments
Filipinos observe Halloween by spending time at the grave sites of loved ones. It is a time of solemn remembrance and meditation... more »
By favefive 0 comments
Our heritage is a major part of who we are. Our whole being is influenced by the things of our past, what we have inherited from our ancestors by birthright as well as our culture. No matter where we are, we tend to bring our heritage with us ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 2 comments
Tagalog is the main dialect of the Philippines, although there are approximately 100 regional dialects and about 7,000 islands that make up the country. Despite the fact that many Filipinos speak English, you could make a good impression by ... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
Being proud means you will not hesitate to share your own experience in your country and will not ashamed for your status of living. When you say proud means either be negative or positive experience you will not be ashamed with it. That's what ... more »
By smilesatme1 3 comments
How to catch chicken at night. Simply get a flashlight focus the light to the eyes of the chicken. Chicken cannot see you at night and that way it is easy to pick them up. When I am hungry at night and would like to burn chicken on fire I just ... more »
By Viol 0 comments
Filipinos are conservative people andthe Filipino men have unique way of courting a lady. They will really let the woman feel that they are loved and adored. Most Filipino men are gentle and caring that makes the lady stick to them no matter ... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
To like other culture or other country you need to know the history and visit the country. Without education or educating yourself about a certain culture then you will have anything to say about them. You cannot just like right away without ... more »
By favefive 4 comments
A Balikbayan box is a cargo that a Filipino eagerly awaits from family members, relatives or friends living overseas. The box contains from canned goods to running shoes. Any request from a Filipino recipient that can fit inside a Balikbayan box, ... more »
By eHow Culture & Society Editor 6 comments
Filipinos treat elders with the utmost respect. Mannerisms, gestures and language are used to convey this respect for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends, acquaintances and even strangers... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
Filipinos are the sweetest people that you can find on earth. Just like any other countries there are bad and good ones so it's up to you to research and find the suitable one for yourself to be with your friend. It doesn't mean that if one ... more »
By smilesatme1 0 comments
Being you is unique and sometimes doing it right is very complicated. You do not need to pretend someone else's personality really just to be happy. You can be proud of your own achievements and love the way you are. Do not hide your true colors ... more »
By smilesatme1 2 comments
Dealing with your wife is really not difficult if you have the same interests in life. In marriage relationships, there always an up and down in life. But holding each other and helping to resolve the differences will really make you lives happier... more »
By Viol 0 comments
Filipinos are known to be very hospitable people. They will do what they can to make their guests comfortable and well accommodated even to the extent of giving all what they have to make their guests feel welcomed and well entertained... more »
By Viol 0 comments
Filipinos considered marriage as an important and special event in their lives. In this event, the couple would seek the guidance and blessings of their parents as they enter this sacred matrimony. Friends and relatives are also involved in this ... more »