PR-53-2025

14 May 2025, Ottawa - The Philippine Embassy in Canada is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the 4th Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada (FRMC), held throughout April 2025. This annual culinary celebration showcased the rich and diverse flavors of Filipino cuisine across the nation, with over 20 participating restaurants offering curated prix-fixe menus.

As part of the event, diners at participating restaurants across Canada had the chance to enter electronic raffles and win exciting prizes.

The Philippine Embassy congratulates the following lucky diners who enjoyed meals and joined the raffle—primarily at Silong Express and Saboroso Bistro:

Silong Express, located in Halifax, is known for its authentic Filipino "Eat-All-You-Can" dining experience. It is proudly owned and operated by Mr. John Erick Delos Reyes. 

Saboroso Bistro, celebrated for its epicurean take on Filipino dishes, features specialties that highlight the rich culinary traditions of Ilonggo cuisine. It is owned and operated by Hero and Danielle Casiple.

Under the Embassy’s consular jurisdiction, Tulip Restaurant (with Filipino Executive Chef David Vinoya) and Sanduk Restaurant also participated in this year’s FRMC, alongside Silong Express and Saboroso Bistro.

FRMC 2025 forms part of the Common Cultural Calendar of the Philippine Posts in Canada. It is spearheaded by the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary, in collaboration with the Philippine Department of Tourism - San Francisco, Department of Trade and Industry, the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa, and the Philippine Consulates General in Toronto and Vancouver. The event is made possible through the participation of restaurants across Canada and the generous support of sponsors such as Seafood City, OTT Remit, Philippine Airlines, and Air Canada. 

For more information about Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada and future events, please visit https://philippinetourismcanada.com/filipino-restaurant-month/. END