The Colorful Pahiyas Festival

Every May 15 the simple town of Lucban Quezon is being transform into a very colorful, crowded and fun place to celebrate the Pahiyas Festival in honor of San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers. The word “PAHIYAS” was derived from the local dialect “PAYAS” meaning “decoration” or to decorate”. The “PAHIYAS” has been…

Fiesta: Lechon at Basaan sa Balayan Batangas

The Parada ng Lechon (roasted pig parade) a festival is held annually every 24th of June, the feast day of San Juan (Saint John the Baptist). Lechon is one of Batangas delicacy, and even in other provinces in the Philippines. It’s a main dish most batagueños have for celebrations or fiestas. According to the old…