An interview at the Multicultural One Family Festival.

Sprinkled throughout the festival were interviews with representatives from selected countries conducted by Steward Goenardy, a postgraduate student from Indonesia, and Nancy Tada, an English and Portuguese teacher. The diverse group of interviewees shared their traditions, customs, and histories, contributing to a greater respect and awareness of different cultures. Furthermore, many in the audience did not leave empty-handed, as the multicultural raffle had them departing with a sense of excitement and a variety of prizes from around the world.

A mini-fashion show was even held by Team Nadeshiko (Japan), who also displayed their award-winning kimono concept, blending tradition with modernity, as one of the exhibits. Others included: Waki AiAi Kimono Salon: Junkonomi (Japanese kimonos); Enishi, a charity for donating clothes; Aozora, an NPO supporting children of different cultures; Kansha; and Studec International.

The variety of cuisine had ethnic lovers salivating with food from Art Himalaya (Nepal), Ate Moringa (moringa food), Barraca do Brasil (Brazil), Iwab (Pakistan), Mari An (Chinese tea), Misook’s Table (South Korea), Patujú (Bolivia), Persian Bazaar (Iran), Rak Thai (Thai), Selera Nusantara (Indonesia), and Tasico’s Music Office (the Philippines). A kids’ corner was set up to create a family-friendly environment, where children enjoyed a ball pool, a fishing game, a ring toss, and balloons by balloon artist Neji Neji Party.