Kung Hei Fat Choi!
The Bacolaodiat 2009, Bacolod City‘s own celebration of the Chinese New Year has officially opened with grandiose activities that showcase the best in Filipino and Chinese cultures.
The Lopues San Sebastian booth was the center of attention since it was all covered with Chinese lanterns.
A cultural show was held at the Triangle Island Plaza grounds to entertain the Bacoleños and introduce them to the rich and colorful Chinese culture which has greatly influenced Filipinos.
The Capitol Shopping Center, Bacolod City’s China Town was all lighted up as it is the center of Bacolaodiat 2009 celebrations. A Lantern Park was set up at Shopping with lanterns of the 12 Chinese Zodiac signs were placed along the street.
A gastronomic treat await those who joined in the celebrations as major Filipino and Chinese restaurants in Bacolod City set-up booths at the Chopsticks Alley located along Narra and Tindalo Avenues.
As we all know, Filipino cooking was greatly influenced by Chinese cuisine. Already part of our daily menu are Chinese dishes which Filipinos have modified to suit our taste buds.
This is just the first day of celebrations and more activities were included in the 2009 Bacolaodiat schedule.