The Stylish Kotatsu Table: The Japanese way of staying warm!
Japanese kotatsu (炬燵) is a low, wooden table frame covered by a futon, or heavy blanket, upon which a table top sits. Underneath is a heat source, formerly a charcoal brazier but now electric, often built into the table itself. Kotatsu...
Preserving the Philippine Culture for the New Generation
Bauan, Batangas – PHILIPPINES – Upon my arrival in Manila last December 7th, I received an invitation from a friend Cecile Cordero-Diaz who, like me, was a former member of the Bayanihan, the Philippine National Dance...
Dragon Parade Lunar New Year Festival in Orlando to celebrate the Year of the...
Lunar New Year is the most celebrated holiday in East Asia. Although Chinese New Year is not an official holiday in Western countries, many of the Asian organizations in America hold large celebrations and...
Chase Zen Foundation Charity Ball in Tampa
On Sunday December 10th, the Chase Zen Foundation held their annual charity ball at Jackson’s Bistro in Harbour Island. The Chase Zen Foundation is a non-profit organization inspired by the life and beliefs of...
Tax Reform – The Implication On Small Business Owners
A House-Senate committee has agreed a final tax reform bill —which will make sweeping changes to the income tax code.
The House and Senate had voted on and passed the bill on Wednesday, Dec 20, 2017, clearing...
Preserving the Philippine Traditions
Manila, Philippines – In today's generation, many of our youth are slowly losing their Asian identity when it comes to preserving the traditions and customs of their parents or grandparents. But not in the province of...
Land of the Rising Sun comes to Central Florida
Japan has rich culture and history with myriad customs that are famed for being unique not only in East Asia, but internationally as well! The Orlando Japan Festival showcases these traditions in a festive...
Desi Dhammal, Talents of South Asia
On Friday November 3, the Pakistani Student Association at the University of Central Florida hosted their first ever Desi Dhammal, a talent show dedicated towards showcasing the talent of the South Asian community at...
Muslim Student Association at UCF, 20th Anniversary
On Wednesday November 1st, the Muslim Student Association at UCF celebrated their 20th anniversary since being founded. The event brought together families of current and past members, current members and alumni as well, in...
REACH Powered by Asia Trend
On October 14th, 2017, the REACH Dragonboat Team competed in the 10th Annual Walgreens Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival at Turkey Lake. This year, over 50 teams came out to the event to compete...