Merkado Kultura Mini: San Diego
Merkado Kultura creates an intentional space for brands from the Philippines and and the U.S. to come together to celebrate Pilipinx artistry, craftsmanship and creativity.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Merkado Kultura Mini is a smaller version of merkado kultura, an annual celebration all things Philippines - our roots and heritage, culture and traditions, makers, artists, chefs, and artisans.
This event is a part of WHAT'S THE DILL!? a friendly pickleball tournament and fundraiser, collaboratively organized by Golden Rush Pickle and Boodle Fight San Diego.
Proceeds from the event will help raise funding for the next generation of FilAm creatives in our city, through the Karangalan Scholarship, joining in on their continued efforts in the South Bay of San Diego.
ABOUT THE VENDORS
At this mini-pop-up market, discover 8 Pilipinx and Pilipinx American brands, featuring handcrafted, artisanal, and sustainably-made products.
Participating vendors:
Amoi: filipino-inspired soy candles and scents.
Anthill Fabric: honoring the past by keeping our culture alive today through our beautiful weaves.
Boba Runners: boba for your weddings, events, and markets.
Bread & Butter: pop-up bakery serving pizza, croissants and other baked goods
Lia's Lumpia: southern california’s first filipino lumpia food truck based in san diego. now open with a brick and mortar in barrio logan.
Lu France Interiors: handmade, ethically-sourced decor and plant dyed silks made for intentional design.
So Niice: meaningful handmade, gold-filled jewelry meant for your everyday
Style Ana: turning philippine textiles into wearable, everyday pieces to celebrate the modern filipina.
Unison Coffee: bringing people together with coffee.
ABOUT MERKADO KULTURA
Merkado Kultura is organized created by cofounders Lu France Interiors of San Diego, California, ShipIt and 1Export in the Philippines, Filiflavors and Pili and Blu in San Francisco, who wanted to bring the experience of thoughtfully-curated local bazaars and markets of the Philippines to the U.S.