EQUALLY GIFTED WIFE ADDS SPICE TO THE FAB CHEF COMBO
Jay and Kim boast enviable background
December 2016 THE CANBERRA REPORTER | 3
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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