Flavors of the Philippines
This savory Filipino dish, made with vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic, is often made with chicken or pork.
what is adobo?
This "Material Girl" went on to become one of the best-selling female artists of all time.
Who is Madonna?
This event in 1991 marked the formal end of the Cold War, as the Soviet Union dissolved into multiple independent countries.
What is the collapse of the Soviet Union?
This 1970s hit by the band "The Apo Hiking Society" became an anthem for love and longing, often played at weddings.
What is "Panalangin"?
This 1946 holiday classic tells the story of George Bailey, who gets a glimpse of what life would be like if he were never born.
What is It's a Wonderful Life?
This popular Filipino noodle dish is made with stir-fried rice noodles, vegetables, and meat.
What is pancit?
This "King of Pop" made history with the release of his album Thriller in 1982.
Who is Michael Jackson?
In 1992, this city hosted the Summer Olympics, which included the first "Dream Team" basketball lineup.
What is Barcelona?
This classic song by Freddie Aguilar, released in 1973, tells the story of a Filipino man who struggles with his identity.
What is "Anak"?
In this 2003 film, Will Ferrell stars as a human raised by elves who travels to New York to find his real father.
What is Elf?
A sweet Filipino dessert made with mashed bananas, coconut milk, and sugar, commonly served as a snack or dessert
What is banana cue?
This band, known for hits like "Sweet Child O' Mine," was formed by Axl Rose and Slash in 1985.
What is Guns N' Roses?
In 1994, this South African leader was elected president, ending decades of apartheid rule.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
Popularized by the group Hotdog in the late 1970s, this song celebrates the vibrant nightlife of Metro Manila.
What is "Manila"?
This 1990 Christmas comedy centers on a young boy, Kevin, who defends his home from burglars after his family accidentally leaves him behind.
What is Home Alone?
This sticky rice dish is wrapped in banana leaves and often filled with coconut and brown sugar
What is suman?
This "Purple Rain" singer and icon was known for blending rock, funk, and pop with his groundbreaking sound.
In 1995, this event shocked the world as a former football star was acquitted in a high-profile murder trial.
Who is O.J. Simpson?
Known for its folk-inspired melody, this 1989 hit by Gary Valenciano became a patriotic anthem in the Philippines.
What is "Shout for Joy"?
In this 2004 animated film, Tom Hanks voices the conductor of a magical train that takes children to the North Pole on Christmas Eve.
What is The Polar Express?
This is the Filipino term for a dish made from fermented fish or shrimp paste, often used as a condiment or side dish.
What is bagoong?
This British group’s hit "Every Breath You Take" became one of the most popular songs of the decade.
Who is The Police?
In 1998, this U.S. president was impeached by the House of Representatives on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice.
Who is Bill Clinton?
This iconic 1980s ballad by Basil Valdez is a timeless classic, known for its deep emotional lyrics about love and heartbreak.
What is "Ngayo'y Nandiyan Ka"?
This 1992 Disney animated film features the character of Scrooge McDuck in a retelling of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
What is Mickey's Christmas Carol?