‘A Taste of the Philippines’ brings Fil-Am cuisine, arts, and music to Jacksonville

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Stereotyping Filipino culture to just lumpia and adobo is common but this Filipino American History Month, “A Taste of the Philippines” is adding up tinikling and artworks into the mix.

Now in its sixth year, “A Taste of the Philippines” is about to bring Filipino flair as part of the Museum of Science & History (MOSH) Passport Series celebration on Oct. 19, Thursday, 6 to 10 p.m. in Jacksonville, Florida.

The event hosted by JAX Filipino Chefs, a group with the goal of sharing Filipino culture and food through the masterpieces of Fil-Am chefs, is expected to bring Filipino-American cuisine from seven local chefs alongside an art exhibit.

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There’s no room for boredom here, too, as a live DJ will be performing on the third floor to keep the party going. But if you want some Filipino heritage immersion, ‘A Taste of the Philippines’ will also offer a tutorial of the famous folk dance tinikling.

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“Jacksonville has the largest Filipino population in the south east. It’s really important; plus with it being Filipino American History Month, we want to celebrate our contributions to the United States,” said Agnes Lopez, spokesperson of Jax Filipinos.

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How to get your tickets for “A Taste of the Philippines”

All this can be availed for just $45 with kids under two years old free of charge. Here’s the lowdown of what you can enjoy with your tickets:

• General admission to the museum
• Flavorful dishes from the seven participating chefs
• Art exhibit and a series of local vendors with unique items for sale

If you can’t make it though, there’s plenty more events lined up this Filipino American History Month. Added Lopez, “We have an after party at Purple Roofs on the 21st, a Filipino artist exhibiting at the Cummer Museum, and MOSH also has a Native American celebration next month.”

For tickets, visit their website.