2 Kapampangans hailed as new National Artists
ANGELES CITY – Malacañang has named two Kapampangans among the 10 National Artists for 2025. Elevated to the Order of National Artists through Proclamation No. 1414, s. 2026, signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sept. 1 are Maria Beatriz “Patis” Tesoro for Design and Nicanor Gadia Tiongson for Literature. “Patis Tesoro is from the […]
ART FOR EVERYONE SM City Clark showcases diverse painting styles, sculptures by ‘Who’s Who’ in the local art scene
CLARK FREEPORT. Over 500 artworks by 122 artists. A virtual Who’s Who in the Pampanga art scene and promising young talents make the creative side of “everyone” in the “Art for Everyone” – referencing the appreciative end – of the two-week exhibit that opened at SM City Clark here on July 1. Among the featured […]
La cuisine française Chez Suzette Philippines
CLARK FREEPORT — The doors are open, welcome to an authentic French dining experience. On June 6, Chez Suzette Philippines hosted an immersive and intimate media night in preparation to its official grande ouverture on June 12 at barn house row here, bringing timeless French cuisine, fine wines, and warm hospitality to Pampanga. Founded by […]
Allyson Hetland’s homecoming: Cheers, culture, community pride at Newpoint Mall
ANGELES CITY — Warm cheers, camera flashes, and proud smiles filled Newpoint Mall on Wednesday, May 20, as Kapampangan beauty queen Allyson Hetland returned home for a heartfelt celebration with her supporters following her recent coronation as Miss Supranational Philippines 2027. The “Supra Fans Meet” transformed the mall into a vibrant gathering space where […]
Connected flavors, shared stories: DOT-3 stages Food Talks 2026
ANGELES CITY – In partnership with regional tourism stakeholders, the Department of Tourism-Region 3 staged Food Talks 2026 bannering the theme “Connected Flavors, Shared Stories: Kain. Kwento. Kultura.” at the city library and information center auditorium on April 24. Held in celebration of Filipino Food Month, the fourth edition of the glagship activity of DOT-3 […]
Mutya at Ginoo ning Santa Rita 2026: Modern pageant blended with tradition
SANTA RITA, Pampanga — “We want to bring back the glory days of Santa Rita in the pageant world.” Eyes on the prize for pulchritude, Mayor Reynan Calo officially launched the Mutya at Ginoo ning Santa Rita 2026 on April 13 at the Alviz Farm here. The pageant is part of the month-long Pyestang Balen […]
PAMANGAN: PAMANA QÑG DULANG Heritage on the table at Filipino Food Month 2026
CLARK FREEPORT — Sisig sizzling on iron plates. Bringhe steaming in clay pots. Buro wrapped in mustasa leaves. Tibok-tibok melting sweetly. Just four of the yummiest fare that opened Filipino Food Month 2026 here with Kapampangan heritage on the table. Food became the language of unity as 147 guests — officials, chefs, entrepreneurs, and cultural […]
Converge launches national digital infrastructure hub in AC
ANGELES CITY — Converge ICT Solutions launched its National Digital Infrastructure on Friday, March 20, at the Converge Angeles City Data Center. “The foundation is built. The digital backbone is in place. The Philippines is ready,” declared Converge CEO and cofounder Dennis Anthony Uy at the launch, noting that the initiative is the result of […]
NATURE’S COLOR CARNIVAL Pidayit, Vision Doers, Porac LGU hold free art workshop for kids
PORAC, Pampanga — Creativity bloomed in vibrant hues as young Kapampangan artists filled Aku Gastropub in Barangay Babo Sacan here with color and imagination during the “Nature’s Color Carnival: An Art Workshop for Kids,” spearheaded by the local government of Porac through its tourism, arts and culture office. In partnership with creative brand Pidayit and […]
LUBAO ALL SET FOR BIGGER, BETTER BALLOON & MUSIC FESTIVAL
LUBAO, Pampanga – It’s all systems go, Mayor Esmie Pineda declared of the municipality’s signature festival of sight – hot air balloon painting the sky in vibrant colors, and sounds – OPM icons jikamarie, Illest Morena, Hev Abi, Flow G, Arthur Nery, December Avenue, Dionela, Maki, IV of Spades, Kamikazee, Parokya ni Edgar, Rico Blanco, […]