FIRST-EVER ‘UBE FIESTA’ SPARKS UBE FOOD TREND IN GERMANY

In response to a growing interest in the purple root sensation all over social media, the Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt brought “ube” to Germany through the “Ube Fiesta in Germany.” The event showcased, for the first time in Germany, a variety of ube food creations Filipino-German cooks and bakers. The event also featured cultural presentations, tourism, agriculture and art exhibitions to celebrate the Philippine Independence this year.