"Joining the May 5 community meryenda to raise funds for families affected by the Lapu Lapu attack, contributing Filipino food alongside other local carts and restaurants. The restaurant is run by Carlo Lamagna, who is also a co-owner of the event space hosting the benefit; Lamagna emphasizes community reciprocity: “If we can give to our community, eventually it’ll give back to us as well,” and observes, “Whenever something happens in the community... the Filipino businesses come together.”" - Harry Cheadle