LAS VEGAS — The growing presence of the FilAm Voices of Las Vegas (FAVoLAS) has received a noteworthy endorsement from Dr. Herminigildo Ranera, Associate Conductor of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, lending added prestige to the Filipino-American community choir as it prepares for its upcoming concert. As Associate Conductor of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, the country's premier orchestra and resident symphony orchestra of the Cultural Center of the Philippin

LAS VEGAS — July 7, 2026 — Philippine cacao heritage took the spotlight in Las Vegas as Raquel Toquero‑Choa, founder and chief executive officer of The Chocolate Chamber, led an immersive celebration of World Chocolate Day 2026 at the Otonomus Hotel. Known internationally as the Chocolate Queen of the Philippines and recognized as a Cacao Ambassador‑at‑Large, Toquero‑Choa showcased the country’s centuries‑old chocolate traditions through storytelling, artistry and live demons

LAS VEGAS — The final day of Asian American and Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month at HAAPI Roots brought Downtown Container Park to life with a celebration that placed Filipino culture at the forefront. With the iconic open‑air venue as its backdrop, the event highlighted the strength, visibility, and vibrancy of Las Vegas’ Filipino community — one of the city’s most dynamic and culturally active groups. One of the highlights of the program was KALAHI 2.0, whose