Tambayan FiliFest

What is a 'tambayan'? How is making 'tambay' in the UK different from the Philippines? What is it like growing up in a Filipino household in the UK? Meet Rey, Keith, and Gianne - three British Filipinos with diverse backgrounds and unique stories about what it's like to grow up British Filipino



Kamusta, mga katambay! 🏝️🎙️ Tambayan is back for Season 2, and we're kicking it off with some familiar faces to the FiliFest stage

Do you find it trouble expressing emotions?
On this  episode we tackle how we, as Filipinos, express our emotions. From joy, sadness, love, and affection; Is it generational, cultural or even just our own unique personalities that determines our ability to express emotions.
Also since Valentine's day has passed us, we discuss each other's love languages and even ways in which Filipinos court each other. What is your love language?

What do you define as a creative? How are you influenced by the people, and the World around you?



Join us on this episode of Tambayan where we discuss and celebrate creatives who influence our lives from what we wear, what music we listen to, and how we perceive society. In this episode we highlight the importance of being a creative individual and particularly why Filipinos in general are very creative in different types of media, timely as November is OPM month for FiliFest. 

Has anyone else's parent scared them with The White Lady if they didn't go to sleep when they were younger?



Join us on this episode of Tambayan where we discuss all things spooky and not so spooky perfect for this coming Halloween. We tackle different kinds of superstitions that we Filipinos believe in and discuss why our culture likes to have many different superstitions despite being a very religious country. What type of superstitions do you believe in? 

Lectures? check. 

Socials? check. 

Mental breakdowns? check. 

Quarter life crisis? Also check. 



Last time we talked about surviving Freshers' week, and this time we're going to talk about surviving university coming from some of our experiences. From the pressures our families give us to succeed, to coping and learning about how to care for yourself during this difficult but rewarding time of our lives. Come and 'Tambay' with us on this episode of Tambayan!

Ever wondered what it's like for Filipino students starting university in the UK?
Join us, as Tambayan tackles the Fresher's experience! We'll be joined by two members of the FiliFest Community as we reminisce university life; from cultural differences relating to food, joining societies and advice to our younger selves. Pack your rice cookers as we take you on a trip to student halls and give you tips on how to survive FRESHERS' WEEK.