The Beaches: Toronto’s Lakeside Escape
By Anjo Pallasigui The first time you step onto the boardwalk at The Beaches, it’s hard to believe you’re still in the city. That’s what Cherie discovers in the premiere episode of Neighbourhoods, a new show that explores the charm, quirks, and history of the communities that shape Toronto. Stretching from Coxwell to Victoria Park Avenue, […]
From Insurance to Iced Lattes (The Story of Dudu’s Café)
In the heart of Bloor West Village, a cozy little café named Dudu’s has quietly become a neighborhood favorite. It serves more than just coffee and bubble tea — it offers warmth, familiarity, and a dash of Filipino charm. Before it became Dudu’s Café, the space was a Timothy’s World of Coffee. When the previous owner moved to […]
From Corner Store to Cheers – The Story of JC Tambayan
When JC and Karen opened JC Tambayan in Scarborough, they weren’t flush with capital or experience. What they had was a dream: to open a cozy Filipino bar that felt like home. Long before they had wings and loaded fries as bestsellers, they were just friends trying to figure out how to turn a dream […]
Asadong Matua and the Taste of Home: Crave and Company at Bale Kapampangan
In this episode of Crave and Company, host Kyle links up with Mark from Lumikha Media for a cozy food trip to Bale Kapampangan, a fine-casual Filipino restaurant tucked in North York. From the outside, the place might look like fine dining—with its elegant plating and well-lit interiors—but once inside, the atmosphere is warm, familiar, and family-friendly. Balik Kapampangan was designed for moments […]
I Am Canadian. And I Am Filipino.
In this spoken word piece from Anjology, Anjo delivers a proud, poetic declaration of identity—one that stands firmly in two worlds. He isn’t a lumberjack, doesn’t own a dogsled, and still doesn’t know how to skate. But he can brave a snowstorm, wait eight hours in the ER, and say “po” when ordering a double double. […]
From Kitchen to Skincare: How H’s Beauty Studio Found Its Glow
When Helen started offering facials from her home, it wasn’t part of some big business plan. It was survival. A mother of three and a former baker, she needed a way to earn income while staying close to her children. What began as a side hustle during maternity leave slowly grew—fueled by late nights, word-of-mouth, […]
A Day as a Tourist in Your Own City: Drei Tries the Sightseeing Bus in Downtown Toronto
Drei, a local who usually drives around the city, decided to ditch the car, skip the subway, and spend a carefree day seeing Toronto through a new lens—aboard the iconic hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus. And for someone who hasn’t commuted solo in years, it turned into a refreshing adventure. Starting her day at Sankofa Square, formerly known […]
R&B Bread and Noodles: Taste of Ilocos, Heart of Ajax
At the heart of Ajax, Ontario, tucked between suburban streets and local shops, sits a humble Filipino restaurant with a bold spirit. It’s called R&B Bread and Noodles, and for many in the community, it’s more than just a food spot—it’s a taste of home. Founded by Rena, a former caregiver turned realtor turned restaurateur, R&B […]
Inflation Hack: Anjo Tries T&T’s $15 Viral Crispy Chicken
With rising food prices, finding a meal that’s both satisfying and budget-friendly feels like winning the jackpot. In this FTV Vlog episode, Anjo explores just that—stumbling upon what he calls an “inflation hack” at T&T Supermarket: a whole crispy chicken for just $15. For context, similar meals at fast food chains like KFC or Popeyes easily reach $20–25 […]
Why “Lovely Pau”? A Story of Siopao, Survival, and Serendipity
“Who’s Lovely?” That’s the first thing many customers ask when they walk into LovelyPau. The answer? There’s no one named Lovely behind the counter. Lovely, it turns out, is the siopao. What started as a humble recipe shared between cousins has grown into one of the most loved siopao spots in Toronto. But this isn’t […]
