Consulate General of the Philippines Frankfurt

UBE, THE FUTURE OF COCKTAILS SHINE AT BARTENDING FLAIR AT UBE FIESTA

The Ube Fiesta spotlighted Filipino flair in bartending with award-winning Filipino bartender Dennis Barela Adiuba, featuring innovative Ube-infused cocktails made with Ube Cream Liqueur and Rizal Wine. These unique drinks mark the entry of Ube into the global cocktail scene, catering to sophisticated German tastes and showcasing the versatility of this traditional Filipino ingredient even on cocktails as Ube extract adds an eye-catching purple color and intense, complex flavors to cocktails, balancing bitter or sour ingredients and enhancing depth with its nutty, floral notes.
As world-renowned bartenders increasingly draw inspiration from chefs, Ube’s current popularity in the culinary world suggest it will become a key cocktail ingredient of the future. More and more internationally renowned mixologists are discovering and using Ube as an ingredient, drawn to its ability to transform and elevate cocktail creations. This trend offers German cocktail lovers a unique and memorable flavor experience, highlighting Ube’s potential to make a significant impact on the global cocktail scene. END

UBE TAKES THE GLOBAL CULINARY SPOTLIGHT AT GERMANY’S UBE FIESTA

15 June 2024 – Now on its third edition, the Ube Fiesta in Germany dazzled festival-goers with its vibrant purple celebration of Filipino culture and cuisine, featuring an array of Ube delicacies crafted by Filipino and and German chefs/cooks alike. From ube halaya, ube ice cream and ube cakes to ube desserts like halo-halo and ube iced tea, to various ube-flavored drinks and liquor, the festival captivated German palates and highlighted the culinary richness of the Philippines. This vibrant celebration not only showcased the versatile and unique flavors of Ube but also supported Filipino farmers and the culinary industry, elevating Ube’s status on the global stage and fostering a sense of unity and pride within the Filipino community in Germany.

3rd UBE FIESTA ATTRACTS AN IMPRESSIVE CROWD OF 15,000 SOLIDIFYING ITS STATUS AS A TRADEMARK FILIPINO EVENT IN GERMANY

15 June 2024- The 3rd Ube Fiesta in Germany drew an impressive crowd of 15,000 attendees, firmly establishing its status as a hallmark Filipino event in Germany. Dubbed as “Kasama Ka sa Kalayaan at Ubefest in Wiesbaden, this year’s celebration not only showcased vibrant cultural and pop performances and diverse Filipino cuisine but also highlighted the significance of Ube, helping to elevate its status in the international culinary scene and support Ube farmers and the culinary industry back home. The overwhelming turnout and enthusiastic participation underscore the festival’s impact, fostering unity among the Filipino community and reflecting the growing appreciation of Filipino culture in Germany.
This year’s event is a collaboration among the Consulate and the Filipino community groups Philnity e.V and The Filipino Catholic Communities in the Diocese of Limburg.

INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY EMPHASIZED DURING THE PHILIPPINE CULTURAL NIGHT HOSTED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF KOBLENZ

The Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt collaborated with the University of Koblenz, Helping Hands e. V, and UP Alumni Association in Germany to hold the ‘Philippine Movie Night’ held on April 18 at the Kultur Fabrik in Koblenz. The event, aimed at promoting integration and cultural exchange, showcased various aspects of Filipino culture, including film, dance, cuisine, and literature.
During the event, Vice Consul Fatima Mueller emphasized the significant contributions of Filipinos to German society and the economy. She expressed hope that by showcasing Filipino culture and artistry, the event could help dispel biases and misconceptions about the Philippines and its people. She also advocated for inclusivity and cultural diversity in the German society, ultimately strengthening cultural and people-to-people relations between the Philippines and Germany.
In celebration of Filipino Food Month, Tourism Attache D. Gonzales provided insights into Philippine destinations and highlighted PH slow-food cuisines, focusing on the food products of Western Visayas. Additionally, Filipino healthcare worker and author Al Joseph Lumen captured the audience’s interest with his book “Auslander,” which chronicles the experiences of Filipino healthcare workers living and working in Germany.
The event also featured song and dance performances by the members of the Filipino community and showing of the independent film, “Leonor will never die.”

International Women’s Day

At the core of the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt’s mission is an unwavering commitment to gender equality. Today, on International Women’s Day, we elevate our efforts, we continue to engage in profound discussions and continuous capacity-building initiatives with our personnel. By actively addressing gender biases and dismantling gender stereotypes which hinders development, we strive to cultivate a work environment and public services that truly reflect the principles of gender equality, fostering a brighter and more inclusive future for all.

“SINULOG’ WELL ALIVE AMONG FILIPINOS IN GERMANY

Thanks to the Filipino Catholic Communities in Baden Wuerttemberg, Hesse and North Rhine Westphalia, “Pit Senyor” reverberated in three separate Sinulog celebrations in Germany. In Rottenburg, Baden Wuerttemberg, the festival drew in 1,500 attendees, while the celebrations in Bad Homburg, Hesse and Sankt Augustin, North Rhine Westphalia attracted hundreds of Filipino-Germans. The Sinulog parades on German streets mirrored the dancing across Cebu. The Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt also took to the streets to join the vibrant Filipino communities in the revelry. END

                      Devotees celebrating 30 years of Sinulog festivities in Rottenburg-Stuttgart, Baden-Wuerttemberg


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18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW)

Dedicated to eradicating violence against women (VAW), the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt actively works towards ending this barrier to economic and social development. In a meaningful discussion today, the Consulate emphasized that evaluating the costs associated with VAW serves as a powerful method to enhance our understanding of the issue and acknowledge its resource-draining impact on various sectors such as government agencies, businesses, community groups, and individuals. Join the campaign, become a part of the solution to END VAW, and contribute to our collective economic and social advancement. #EndVAW

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‘PHILIPPINE PERSPECTIVES’ SUMMER PROGRAM IN RUHR UNIVERSITY PROVIDES POWERFUL PLATFORM FOR CULTURAL IMMERSION AND ACADEMIC EXCHANGE

As part of the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt’s Philippine Studies Program with the Ruhr University in Bochum (RUB), the “Philippine Perspectives” Summer School, which is aimed at fostering cross-cultural understanding and academic exchange by exploring a wide array of topics related to the Philippines, was conducted from 17 to 28 July 2023 in RUB. END

PHILIPPINE SUMMER PROGRAM OPENS IN BOCHUM UNIVERSITY, SIGNALS DEEPER PH INTEREST AMONG GERMAN ACADEMICS

Das Sommerprogramm der Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) mit dem Titel „Philippine Perspectives“ bringt vom 17. bis 28. Juli rund 38 Professoren, Studierende und Forscher zusammen, um Themen wie philippinische Geschichte, Sprache, Soziologie, Literatur, unter anderem Migration, Tanz, Kultur und Essen. Es ist Teil des PH-Studienabkommens des Philippinischen Generalkonsulats in Frankfurt mit der RUB. ENDE

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE “SHAPESHIFTING GAME” FILIPINO DANCE BASED ON ANIMISM AS PERFORMED BY PROF. DR. LEONARD CRUZ AT THE MUSEUM ANGEWANDTE KUNST

„Shapeshifting Game“ ist ein Tanzfilm, der auf Animismus basiert
und der Glaube, dass alle Wesen ihre Form ändern können. Der
Der Film wurde während des COVID-19-Lockdowns in erstellt
Juli 2021. Prof. Dr. Leonard Cruz verwandelt sich im Laufe der Geschichte in fünf verschiedene Vögel.