Sandra's Latest Articles
Black and Filipinx solidarity: Lessons from the Buffalo Soldiers in the Philippines
Sandra Nomoto examines the experiences of all-Black regiments during the Philippine-American War of 1899-1902 for an historical example of effective allyship.
How eating plant-based connected me to extended family
I never thought I’d be vegan, let alone connected to an established plant-based food company in the Philippines, but that’s exactly what I learned this year as a result of my evolving food journey.
Indigenous Filipino healing practices
Even if indigenous healing methods aren’t readily available to me, I’ve found enormous value in learning about how my ancestors took care of themselves.
Six holiday traditions you’ll experience in a Filipino home
From lighting up the night and making noise to extending the holiday season to February, here are six things that make the Filipino holidays special.
Declining and dismantling shark fin soup traditions
One writer takes a deep dive into the ethics of shark fin soup and what to do if offered the mainstay dish.
Five common Filipino wedding traditions you will want to know
From the ceremony to the reception, these five Filipino rituals endow couples with meaningful spiritual and economic gifts.
Five Lessons I Learned from my Filipino Father
Sandra Nomoto reflects on the big life lessons she has learned from her introverted Filipino dad.
Maria Lee: From Bodybuilder to Community Builder
Millennial fitness guru to flex her knowledge and passion at Vancouver’s Veg Expo.
Why I Want To Get Batok (Traditional Filipino Tattoos)
Sandra uncovers interesting facts about batok and imagines her own tattoo based on her ancestry.