27 November 2014 - The Philippine Embassy in Athens participated in the 15th International Christmas Bazaar from November 22 to 23. The bazaar was held at Helexpo Palace in Marousi, Athens. Other Embassies also took part in the bazaar.
The bazaar was organized by the Friends of the Child, a charitable association of Greek women, which was established in 1987. The proceeds will be used to support the Friends of the Child’s Nursery School for children of single mothers in need.
The Philippine Embassy showcased Filipino products such as dried mangoes, mango juice, native bags, fans and hats, ladies’ jewelry made from fresh water pearls, and home décor made of Philippine seashells and mother-of-pearl.
Filipino cooked foods such as pancit bihon, vegetable lumpia and lumpiang shanghai, which enjoyed popular patronage from the bazaar guests, were also sold during the event. END