Balikbayan Boxes: The Filipino Tradition Expats Love to Adopt
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Understanding the Balikbayan Box Tradition When one thinks of the Philippines, images of white sandy beaches, colorful festivals, and delicious cuisine might come to mind. But there’s a less-known tradition deeply rooted in the Filipino culture that many expats have come to appreciate and adopt: the sending of Balikbayan boxes. The term ‘Balikbayan’ is derived … Read more