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ETHNIC AFFAIRS

Dutton pulled up over dig at Fraser

THE Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia( FECCA) called on all political parties to resist inflammatory statements when discussing immigration.

FECCA chairman Joe Caputo expressed concerns over the recent comments by the MP for Immigration and Border Protection, Peter Dutton, who criticised former Liberal Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser’ s policy of welcoming refugees and migrants, referred to refugees“ delivering their troubles onto our shores,” and linked specific communities to broader law and order challenges.

“ While public discussion on immigration is important, any debate must take place within the bounds of respectful discourse,” Caputo said. •

Bid to extend families’ stay

FECCA has made a submission to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection, in response to the discussion paper about the introduction of temporary sponsored parent visas.

The proposed new visa will allow overseas parents of Australians to stay in the country for up to five years, and the visa holder may apply to renew their visa for further periods of up to five years at a time.

The new visa for parents provides individuals with a further option when considering migration to Australia to join their children. •

COMMUNITY

Simbang gabi

Night-time Masses will be held in St Monica’ s Church in Evatt at 8pm from December 15 to 23.

Filipino parish priest at St Monica’ s Catholic church, Fr Loi Viovicente, has planned a program together with the Filipino Catholic community in Canberra to celebrate the days leading up to Christmas Day. •

COVER STORY

Street food maestro’ s touch

dishes it out in delicious style

EQUALLY GIFTED WIFE ADDS SPICE TO THE FAB CHEF COMBO

By MARILIE BOMEDIANO

A FILIPINO executive chef has put new meaning to‘ street food’ and taken it to a new level, attracting Australians across the ACT to Acton Park for a sumptuous bite, especially on weekends.

Jay Prieto, with wife Kim who is also a trained chef in her own right, creates his cuisine magic in a converted ship container, one of many with street food vendors across the park.

What makes Jay a special case is his vision about his culinary art.

“ Kim and I are dedicated to showcasing, sharing and raising awareness of Filipino cuisine by focusing on true and traditional Philippine flavours,” he says.

“ And I chose this out-of-theordinary venue to attract the wider market of people from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds.”

Jay’ s street-food place is called simply Lolo And Lola’ s, for‘ grandfather and grandmother’ s, a name which would sound familiar to almost anyone.

Jay completed a bachelor’ s degree in commerce with a major in business management and entrepreneurship before graduating with highest distinction from the Center for Culinary Arts( CCA) in Manila, with a diploma in culinary arts and technology management.

• JAY PRIETO, above, at work in his ship container street food kitchen of Lolo And Lola’ s.

• KIM and Jay, at right, take a short break in their kitchen.

Jay and Kim boast enviable background

He worked in numerous restaurants and at events in Manila prior to working as a full-time academic chef-instructor at CCA.

PinOz celebrate the bayanihan spirit

• PROCESSION symbolising the Filipino‘ Bayanihan Spirit’. Photo: JADE CADELINA

Jay emigrated to Western Australia and broadened his horizons working at the famous Casellas Wine, Tapas and Grill as the executive chef.

Kim has been in the food industry for almost 15 years. She took her apprenticeship in Melbourne and Sydney before graduating with high

ByJADE CADELINA

SPEAKERS, artists and performers from the Filipino community launched the Bayanihan Philippines Art Project at the Art Gallery of NSW in Sydney recently.

The project is a collaboration aimed at promoting the art and culture of the Philippines through a series of exhibitions, performances, creative writing, and community programs across multiple venues.

honours from the Center for Culinary Arts in Manila, with a diploma in culinary arts and techndlogy management.

Her management certificates include pofessional cooking, supervision in rthe hospitality industry, and hospitality marketing management. •

A feature was a procession led by artist Alwin Reamillo with a new iteration of his Hopping Spirit House as it fluttered through the gallery and interacted with other artworks on display.

There were traditional dances and poetry.

The Bayanihan Philippines Art Project is a collaboration between Art Gallery of NSW, Mosman Art Gallery, Blacktown Arts Centre, Peacock Gallery( Auburn), Campbelltown Arts Centre and Museums and Galleries. •

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