12 August 2023, Stockholm – H.E. Ambassador of the Philippines Maria Lumen B. Isleta, together with the Philippine Embassy’s officers and staff attended the Piknik ng Bayan held at the Rålambhovsparken as organized and hosted by the Filipino Community Leader’s Association (FILCOMLAS) in Sweden.

The event gathered Filipinos in Stockholm in an afternoon of fellowship, relaxation, and fun. This is the second year since the annual event was reintroduced after a 2-year pause in light of COVID.

Games such as a trivia quiz game and balloon relay contests, and musical performances by Ms Jelly Koffman and Ms Nicky Diaz were also showcased during the program. Embassy personnel - Mr. Rene Salazar and Mr. Jonas Araña serenaded kababayans with their melodious voices through their renditions of Filipino and English karaoke classics.

A small salo-salo capped off the afternoon piknik with delectable dishes and desserts contributed by attendees “ala potluck” such as: arroz valenciana, caldereta, salmon teriyaki, ampalaya with tofu, monggo soup, fried chicken, and various versions of the Filipino-Ilocano dish pinakbet as well as several interpretations of party-favorite pancit. Sweets like biko, apple strudel, chocolate muffins, chocolate brownies and special pan de coco (coconut bread) were also served.

Amb. Isleta congratulated FILCOMLAS officers led by Ms Letty Simpson, Mr Noli Buhay, Ms Gloria Saoy, Ms Ditas Enstrom, and Ms Adele Buhay for a very successful event. END.