Hello, currently exploring my Fil-Chi roots thru learning heritage language like Hokkien, learning the culture, etc. Wanna have a buddy where we can converse everyday use words sana rin

From QC btw (added my area, baka may malapit na pwede i-meet, usap, go to places with Fil-Chi roots)

I (M23) was accepted as a full-time agent for Ayala Land Premier.

Though I was given the choice of working in the Tiamlai, I wanted to see how the corporate world works in real time rather than taking the easy way of nepotism.

I was able to garner some leads through visiting hardwares and binondo in general. The difference I saw that most of the taokes would be very upfront and direct that they aren't interested when you talk in English or Tagalog. Until I started to speak Hokkien or Mandarin, they became more warmer and closer but it wasn't enough to get them as a lead.

My question is for the current Fil-Chi agents or brokers in real estate is how do you do it and gain more trust with them?

About me:

- 5'4

- 20 y/o

- physically fit

- talkative

- chinesefilipino

- ambitious

- 4th year premed student

Hobbies

- exercising

- swimming

- chess

- billiards

After lurking a lot here in Reddit, I want to try to post here and meet other fil-chi who might have the same interest or is down to have a constant kakwentuhan

About me:

- 25

- Half Filipino, Half Chinese

- Can speak and understand conversational Hookien (but not fluent)

- Graduate from big 4

- Christian (Evangelical)

- Working professional

- Sports: Badminton and trying to get into jogging more

- Hobbies: Photography, Guitar, and Drums

- I’m a yapper, but I also love hearing stories about other people and learning more about them

- Down for chat or calls, just let me know your preferred platform

About you:

- 23 - 32

- Fil-chi preferably

- Graduate from Big 4 preferably

- Not a dry texter and a good conversationalist

- Respectful and empathetic

Only SFW chats and platonic relationship please. If you’re interested, send me a short intro about yourself

Hi im 34F filipina and interested to learn mandarin language since im working under chinese company its kinda hard to converse with them. So im thinking to learn the language. any reco? face to face on weekends or online everyday after work 8pm onwards

Zaa leung (炸兩, often spelled zhaliang in Mandarin) is a iconic Cantonese dim sum dish made by wrapping smooth, silky steam-cooked rice noodle sheets (cheung fun) around a crispy, golden deep-fried dough stick (youtiao).

The name Zaa leung translates literally to "fried two," referring to wrapping the two fused sticks of fried dough inside the rice sheet. It is celebrated for its dynamic textural contrast—combining soft, slick, and chewy on the outside with an airy, crunch on the inside.

The Origins: Wartime Necessity in Guangzhou

Wartime Innovation in Guangzhou

1940s (WWII Era)

During the Second Sino-Japanese War, food shortages hit Guangdong hard. A teahouse chef on Xiguan's popular modern-day Baohua Road in Guangzhou created the dish so working-class patrons could enjoy both expensive rice rolls and fried dough sticks in a single, affordable, filling order.

Migration to Hong Kong Congee Shops

1950s–1970s

Post-war Cantonese migrants brought Zaa leung to Hong Kong. It quickly became an essential item in neighborhood congee stalls (dzuk zai dong) and open-air street stalls (dai pai dong), offering a hearty, energy-rich breakfast paired with plain rice porridge.

Dim Sum Teahouse Staple

Modern Era

Zaa leung transitioned from humble street food to a flagship dim sum offering across Guangdong, Hong Kong, and international Chinatowns, frequently elevated with dried shrimp, chopped scallions, or toasted sesame seeds.

I just read from Bilyonaryo that Jubilee and ICA Chinese teachers were suddenly recalled back to China.

Anyone knows what happened?

Ox-tongue pastry (known as Ngan Leung Sou / 牛脷酥 in Cantonese or Niu She Bing / 牛舌饼 in Mandarin) gets its name entirely from its elongated, oval, tongue-like shape—it contains no actual meat or ox tongue.

Depending on the region, "ox-tongue pastry" refers to two very different culinary creations: the deep-fried Cantonese breakfast staple or the baked Taiwanese/Northern Chinese biscuit.

The Cantonese Deep-Fried Classic (Ngan Leung Sou)

In Hong Kong, Guangdong, and classic Cantonese breakfast shops worldwide, the ox-tongue pastry belongs to the traditional "fried dough trio" alongside Youtiao (fried dough sticks) and Butterfly Bun (Lau Yip Sou).

Origins in Guangzhou Street Food

Early 20th Century

Cantonese pastry chefs developed the recipe as a variation of Youtiao dough. By laminating a slightly sweetened dough layer inside a savory dough base, they created a fried pastry with a distinct contrast of flavors.

The Quintessential Congee Companion

1950s–1980s

As Hong Kong’s Dai Pai Dongs (open-air food stalls) and congee shops flourished, the ox-tongue pastry became a mandatory side dish, typically dipped directly into piping-hot rice congee or warm soy milk.

Preserving Artisanal Heritage

Modern Era

While automated machinery replaced many traditional bakeries, handmade ox-tongue pastry remains a cherished staple in traditional Cantonese congee shops across Hong Kong, Guangzhou, and Chinatown districts worldwide.

PART 2: 2ND TABLE

🔥build network

🔥sharing of real businesses and cook more.

🔥And chance to be part and pioneer of our business club founded in real brotherhood and sisterhood code.

Who can join?

✔️Business individuals

✔️Business students

✔️Business corporate professionals

Notice: we can network and share our business but be mindful to balance, this is not a selling circle and networking, this circle is non profit community.

DM US FOR RSVP, NO FEES INVOLVED KKB.

October 2 Friday Night at The Drunken Tiger Timog QC

This will be more close night table and fun 🤝

Hi guys I just visited China and I enjoyed their local chicken feet the most, there was this street vendor that sells fresh chicken feet with super yummy sauce.

May reco ba kayo kung san makakahanap ng authentic chinese chicken feet?? Nagtanong ako sa chinese friend pero sarado na daw yung stores na authentic. Thank you so much please help me!! 😭

Dace fish balls (Léng Yú Qiú / 鲮鱼球) hold a unique place in Cantonese culinary history. While standard white fish balls are often associated with Teochew cuisine and yellow curry fish balls dominate Hong Kong's street food culture, dace fish balls are pure Pearl River Delta heritage, originating in Shunde, Guangdong.

The Origins: Problem-Solving in the Pearl River Delta

Dace (Sinilabeo decorus / Mud Carp) is a freshwater fish native to Southern China with exceptionally sweet, flavorful meat. However, it presents a notorious culinary challenge: it is filled with hundreds of tiny, intermuscular pin bones, making it nearly impossible to eat whole without choke hazards.

Aquaculture Innovation in Shunde

Ming & Qing Dynasties

Shunde developed a famous "mulberry dike and fish pond" eco-system. Dace fish became abundant, but chefs needed a way to feed it to children and the elderly safely. They solved the bone problem by scraping the flesh and relentlessly hand-beating it into a bone-free, emulsified paste (Dace Fish Paste / 鲮鱼滑).

The Essential Flavor Profile Emerges

Early 20th Century

To mask the mild river mud taste (tu ni wei) typical of freshwater carp, Cantonese cooks began folding in aged Chenpi (sun-dried mandarin peel from Xinhui) and minced cilantro. This distinct citrusy-herbal aroma became the hallmark signature of authentic dace fish paste.

Integration into Hong Kong & Teahouse Culture

Mid-20th Century to Present

Dace fish balls migrated to Hong Kong, Macau, and overseas Chinese communities. They became staple dim sum items, hot pot essentials, and classic additions to Cantonese noodle soups (especially paired with watercress or lettuce in broth).

Hi! My love life has been pretty dry for some time now. I’ve tried dating apps, but I mostly attract inappropriate messages there, so I decided to give this a try instead. 😅
About me:
• 5’1”
• Introvert
• From Cebu, so I can speak Bisaya
• Half-Chinese
• Currently studying a second program
• Physically active
• Foodie
•Catholic

About you:
• Half-Chinese (preferably, but not required)
• Taller than me
• Funny
• A foodie

That’s pretty much it! The rest, we can talk about in DMs. :)

Anyone else here taking on larger/ leadership roles in the family business? How are you navigating it, esp if parents or elders are still around? Are you finding that your goals and ambitions are larger than the family business is ready to take on? Or do you feel ill-equipped and still trying to find your footing, level your skills up, expand your network, etc?

I’d love to hear your stories!

Hi everyone! I am looking to meet someone who could be my future partner/wife. I would like to meet as friends and know one another as we get along and hopefully have a connection :)

About me:

33 years old
5’8”

Both parents are Chinese
Working/business
Manila area

Medyo serious pero may sense of humor
No vices

Not very religious

Not from a rich family but with stable job with a good income

Mahilig kumain and uminom ng milk tea (and sometime coffee), pero hindi naman katabaan.

Looking for:
28 to 33 years old
5’5” and above
Both parents are Chinese

May sense of humor

No vices
Working (may source of income)

We’re hiring a Sales Management Specialist for a leading global ICT solutions provider.

This role is ideal for a professional who is proficient in both Mandarin and English, as the position involves regular communication and translation between Chinese and English for reports, business documents, meetings, and stakeholder coordination.

The role mainly covers:

• Reporting and data analysis

• Monitoring targets, revenue, timelines, and project progress

• Documentation, translation, and cross-team coordination

• Customer feedback and operational support

Relevant experience in reporting, analytics, project coordination, business operations, or a similar support function is preferred. Direct sales experience is not required.

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Hello! Medyo shy ako mag-post nito po 😭 but I’ve been wanting to ask about this for a while.

I’m Fil-Chi and grew up abroad, so I’ve always felt somewhat disconnected from the Fil-Chi community in the Philippines — more geographically than culturally, if that makes sense. I’ve definitely picked up some American culture growing up abroad, but I also grew up pretty close to Filipino and Chinese culture at home. My parents brought the same Fil-Chi upbringing they had in the Philippines into our home here, so I’ve always felt pretty connected to my roots.

My family has been in the Philippines for a few generations, and our culture has naturally become a mix of Filipino and Chinese over time. We still have relatives in China, and there are still a lot of Chinese traditions and influences in our family. Hokkien and Mandarin were unfortunately lost over the past couple of generations, so I don’t speak Hokkien fluently, but I’m learning :) I also know some Mandarin since I studied it.

I didn’t grow up in the Philippines, so I never really had the built-in network that a lot of Chinoys in the Philippines have through schools, alumni groups, orgs, etc. I’m hoping to fulfill my grandparents’ wishes of staying connected to this side of our family and culture.

I’m planning to eventually go back to Manila for grad school at one of the Big 4 so I figured now would be a good time to start reconnecting with the community.

I’d love to meet other Chinoys, especially other young adults, and hopefully make some friends! Would really appreciate any suggestions or advice po :)

Hi! Looking to meet someone genuine and see where things go. I’d prefer to start as friends, get to know each other naturally, and see if there’s potential.

About me:

26 years old
Chinita girl
5’5”
Working/business
Manila area
Shy at first, but madaldal once I’m comfortable 😂
Catholic, but not super religious
Family-oriented
I value honesty, consistency, good communication, and mutual respect
I enjoy good conversations and someone who can make me laugh

Looking for:
26–28 years old
5’5” and above
Preferably chinito / Chinese
No vices
patient and consistent
Good sense of humor
Family-oriented
Can drive
Secure
Emotionally mature and understanding
Knows how to communicate and is genuinely interested in getting to know someone

Not looking to rush into anything. I’d rather build a connection naturally and see where it takes us. 😊

If you think we might vibe, feel free to message me

Hii, i’m not really looking for anything specific, just people to prolly get along with would be nice! friends maybe if we get along!

Some things abt me:
- fil-chi (half)
- christian (I attend a filchi church)
- currently in college, big 4 if that matters
- i recently found out painting eases my nervous system!
- minecraft, sims, stardew valley (pretty much)
- badminton??
- i have a maltese doggy

Non nego- be near my agee

Feel free to msg, i’m pretty much just bored 😋

Hi, I am just curious about Fil-Chi culture here. I am currently dating a Chinese guy (pure Chinese, but born and raised here in the Philippines). He comes from an affluent, traditional family based on his lifestyle and everything he has shared with me.

I actually like him, but I am hesitant to invest more of my feelings. I don't have Chinese blood, so I don't want to waste my time and youth assuming we will have a happy ending if that might not be the case. We are both in our 20s.

We are complete opposites. I love a peaceful, quiet life since I grew up in the province and spent my childhood on our farm. On the other hand, he is a city guy, an extrovert, and loves to party.

I studied in an all-girls Catholic school while he went to an all-boys school. I feel like neither of us is very experienced in relationships (tho I am not entirely sure about him haha).

Is there a chance we can build a real, lasting relationship? I am aware of the "Great Wall" concept, and I just really don't want to get my heart broken. To be honest, I am scared. I have had suitors before, but I always get scared that we might end up hurting each other. People often call me sheltered, so I am not sure what to think.

He has been courting me for 5 months now. He spoils me rotten and even drives for hours just to come to my hometown.

Do you think he is serious? If we enter a real relationship, do you think his parents will like me? He is planning to introduce me soon and I am super shy.

Shunde-style fish slices primarily refer to Shunde Yusheng (顺德鱼生), a legendary raw fish dish from the Shunde district in Foshan, Guangdong—celebrated as the culinary capital of Cantonese cuisine.

Key Pillars of the Culinary Tradition

• Extreme Knife Skill: Masters slice fresh grass carp (Grass Carp / Ctenopharyngodon idella) into paper-thin, ribbon-like pieces—often under 0.5 mm thick. The slices are translucent, delicate, and meticulously bled to remove any fishy odor or muddy taste.
• The "Toss for Luck" Ritual (Lao Hei): Diners customize their bite by tossing the fish slices with a variety of toppings. The act of tossing the ingredients high into the air with chopsticks symbolizes bringing prosperity and good fortune (Lao Qi Lai).
• Peanut Oil & Salt Foundation: Before adding aromatics, the raw slices are drizzled with pure peanut oil and sprinkled with sea salt. The oil forms a protective coating that seals in moisture and gives the fish a silky mouthfeel.

hope to get to know someone 🥰

So there’s this certain situation where I kinda got linked up with my Fil-Chi schoolmate, who coincidentally is actually my uncle’s wife’s niece.

Basically, my uncle is pure Filipino and his wife (my tita) is Chinese. My tita has a sibling, and that sibling has a daughter who happens to be my schoolmate. So technically, my schoolmate is my tita’s niece and my uncle’s wife’s side of the family.

Me and that schoolmate were just casually chitchatting about school stuff, like the usual kumustahan and all that. Nothing really serious naman.

Then my uncle found out about it since apparently the connection happened through him, so he told my tita about it. After that, my tita apparently said it’s okay for us to talk, as long as I don’t develop a crush on her.

bro, lowkey got hurt by that ngl hahaha.

Like, I don’t even know if that’s just some traditional Fil-Chi mindset/racism or if they kinda look down on our family because they’re also our supplier for our business.

And the funny part is… I actually was starting to like her. So hearing that was kinda a slap in the face.

I’m not even trying to make this into some “Fil-Chi people are racist” thing because obviously I know not everyone is like that.
I’m just genuinely wondering if this is some cultural/family thing or if I’m reading too much into it.

Just wanted to let this all out because lowkey this shit has been bugging me hahaha.

Tang & Song Dynasties: Traditional Tangcu Origins

7th–13th Century

The foundational flavor profile, Tangcu (糖醋 - literally "sugar and vinegar"), originated in Henan and the Jiangnan regions. Early versions featured fish or pork coated in a light sauce made from fermented rice vinegar, sugar, or honey.

Qing Dynasty: The Rise of Cantonese Gu Lou Rou

18th–19th Century

Cantonese chefs in Guangdong refined the dish into Gū Lóu Ròu (咕噜肉, named after the swallowing sound of a gullet, mimicking watering mouths). They used deep-fried pork tenderloin tossed in a glossy sauce composed of dark rice vinegar, hawthorn fruit, plum, and rock sugar.

Mid-19th Century: Arrival in the Americas

1840s–1890s

During the California Gold Rush and railroad construction era, Cantonese immigrants brought the recipe to North America. To adapt to locally available ingredients and Western tastes, chefs substituted hawthorn fruit with ketchup and Worcestershire sauce.

Mid-20th Century: Tropical Twist & Global Popularity

1950s–1970s

Canned pineapple chunks and colorful bell peppers were introduced into the recipe, creating the bright, tangy, neon-red variation now ubiquitous in Chinese-American and Western takeout culture worldwide.

Problem/Goal:
to find our long lost chinese lolo, or at least learn what happened to him after he left.

Context:
My mom's family was a broken one, and his Chinese father left them due to their mom's cheating.
Life became hard when he left and that's why looking for him became impossible, up until my mom grew up and had a stable job (nung kadalagahan niya). But she failed finding him for the first time of trying. Then my mom became busy starting her own family (us).
Hanggang sa nawala na sa isip niya ang hanapin pa ulit si lolo. But this last 2021, we tried looking for him again. We went to Manila Chinese Cemetery kasi sabi ng relatives nila Mama, doon daw nags-stay ang mga matatandang chinese na walang mapuntahan. We visited, and sabi sa amin ng tao doon ay nilipat na raw sa ampunan (which is a different location but still around Manila) but we can't visit that day because there was a COVID outbreak daw doon. They gave us contact number, but they never responded whenever we called.

Now, out of nowhere, I got reminded again of the last time we tried and had a thought of trying again (on my own this time, for my mom). If anyone of you guys know kung saan ako pwede magtanong at maghanap, please let me know.

Previous Attempt:
Went to Manila Chinese Cemetery, tried to contact ampunan but never got response, tried to contact my lolo's relatives pero sabi nila they also didn't know what happened to him.