Month: April 2025

Robin Roda and other talented children Honor Strauss Legacy in Vienna Fundraising Concert

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Filipino-Austrian musician Robin Roda, a descendant of legendary composer Johann Strauss, led a moving commemorative concert on 6 April 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at the Yamaha Music School on Schleiergassegasse 20, 1100 Vienna. The event celebrated the 200th anniversary of Strauss’s musical legacy while raising funds for the European Network of Filipino Diaspora-Austria (ENFiD-Austria). Roda, known for blending classical Viennese tradition with Filipino musical elements, performed interpretations of Strauss’s works. His performance anchored an afternoon filled with community, culture, and purpose. The concert wasn’t just a tribute to a musical…

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Keeping potatoes fresh for longer: how to store them properly

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However, many people make a crucial mistake during storage that causes the tubers to rot or sprout more quickly. An inconspicuous vegetable, the onion, plays a surprising role in this. Many people store potatoes and onions together, as they are often used in the same dishes. But that’s exactly what’s problematic. Storage expert Anthony from Poga Box warns against storing these two vegetables next to each other. Both release moisture and produce ethylene, a gas that accelerates the ripening process. The result? Potatoes spoil more quickly, become mushy, or start…

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How long does meat stay fresh in the freezer?

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It may seem trivial to many, but freezing meat requires careful thought and planning. Many use the freezer to reduce food waste. Freezing food can significantly extend its shelf life. However, there are limits to how long food can be kept in the freezer before it loses quality. Beef and veal can be kept in the freezer for up to eight months, while chicken should be eaten within three months to avoid losing quality. Minced meat has an even shorter shelf life of just two months, as the larger surface…

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Celebrating Philippine Food Month at Europe’s Best Coffee Shop

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The Philippine Food Month is a vibrant celebration rooted in culture, flavors, and heritage. This year, the festivities take on a unique twist as the Philippine Embassy in Vienna proudly launched this culinary celebration on 4 April 2025 at GOTA Coffee Experts—recognized as Europe’s best coffee shop and the third-best in the world. This momentous occasion not only highlights the rich gastronomic heritage of the Philippines but also facilitates cultural exchange, an essential element within the coffee community. A Warm Welcome from the Ambassador Ambassador Evangelina Arroyo-Bernas warmly received an…

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Tara Let’s! Filipino Art Exhibition Opens at the Philippine Embassy in Vienna

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Vienna, Austria— The Philippine Embassy in Vienna has opened its doors to celebrate contemporary Filipino artistry with the exhibition Tara Let’s!, a visual arts showcase by Filipino artists. Hosted by the Sige! Artists Group and Bastedor Art Project, the exhibition runs from 31 March to 8 April 2025, highlighting the diverse and vibrant artistic expressions from the Philippines across Europe. During the vernissage, Philippine Ambassador to Austria Evangelina Lourdes Arroyo-Bernas expressed her strong support for Filipino artists, emphasizing the embassy’s commitment to promoting Philippine art beyond Vienna. “The Philippine Embassy…

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Celebrate Philippine Coffee Month with Europe’s Top-Ranked Café

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Kick off Philippine Coffee Month with a special Coffee in Good Spirits night, hosted by GOTA Coffee Experts—recently named the #1 coffee shop in Europe by the World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops. Mariahilfer Str. 192, 1150 Vienna 4 April 2025, 6 PM – 9 PM Enjoy handcrafted coffee cocktails made with Philippine specialty coffee from Wide Awake Specialty Coffee and Kape de Filipina, blended with local spirits from Destileria Limtuaco. Come raise a glass to great coffee and Filipino flavors. Visit the link https://forms.gle/WRaodhtzvNwh3rnq5 or scan the QR code to register and…

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Online earlier and earlier: Smartphone boom among children in Austria

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Children in Austria are getting their own smartphones earlier and earlier, on average at the age of nine. Parents worry about safety, bullying, and excessive use. Children in Austria are getting their own smartphones earlier and earlier: on average, they get their first cell phone at the age of nine, according to the mobile phone provider “Drei.” Günter Lischka, CEO of the company, announced this at a press conference in Vienna on Friday. It is based on a survey commissioned by “Drei” and conducted by the Marketmind Institute among more…

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Sky High Bites: What You Should Know About Eating on Board

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Lena was halfway through her first long-haul flight when she ate her in-flight meal. Something was off. The pasta tasted bland, the bread felt dry, and the soda fizzed aggressively on her tongue. It wasn’t her imagination—airplane food really is different. “Your taste buds go numb at 35,000 feet,” the flight attendant smiled, placing a cup of tomato juice on the tray table beside her. “That’s why airlines season meals differently.” Lena raised an eyebrow. “Really?” The flight attendant nodded. “Yep! The air pressure and dryness in the cabin dull…

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Tara Let’s! Filipino Art Exhibition Opens at the Philippine Embassy in Vienna

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March 31, 2025 – Vienna, Austria – The Philippine Embassy in Vienna has become a vibrant hub of contemporary Filipino artistry, opening its doors to an exciting exhibition titled “Tara Let’s!” This innovative visual arts showcase features the works of talented Filipino artists and operates under the auspices of the Sige! Artists Group, the Art Cultural Exchange Society, and the Bastedor Art Project. From 31 March to 8 April 2025, the exhibition aims to highlight the diverse artistic expressions emanating from the Philippines, fostering appreciation and recognition across Europe. Celebrating…

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