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‘More Than a Café’: Batangueño couple, naglalapit sa Filipino at Australian communities sa Sydney

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Chef Jovan and Sandra Arias are bringing Filipino flavours and comfort food to Elizabeth Bay, NSW, where their lomi has become part of a predominantly Australian-born community. Credit: Supplied

Matapos magtrabaho sa cruise ship at ilang restorant sa Pilipinas, natuloy ang parangap ni Chef Jovan Arias na mapunta sa Australia sa pamamagitan ng Training Visa. Ang asawang corporate lawyer ay sumunod para suportahan ito at dito nabuo ang kilalang Filipino-Australian inspired Cafe sa Elizabeth Bay sa NSW.


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Matapos magtrabaho sa cruise ship at ilang restorant sa Pilipinas, natuloy ang parangap ni Chef Jovan Arias na mapunta sa Australia sa pamamagitan ng Training Visa. Ang asawang corporate lawyer ay sumunod para suportahan ito at dito nabuo ang kilalang Filipino-Australian inspired Cafe sa Elizabeth Bay sa NSW.


Key Points

  • Parehong tubong Batangas ang mag-asawang Chef Jovan at dating corporate lawyer sa Pilipinas na si Sandra bago nakarating sa Australia taong 2015.
  • Pinagsama ng mag-asawang Arias ang kanilang talento sa pagluluto, marketing at pamumuno upang maitayo, sa tulong ng kanilang mga mentor, ang Greenknowe Café sa Elizabeth Bay, NSW sa gitna ng isang komunidad na karamihan ay Australian-born..
  • Patok sa mga residente ng Elizabeth Bay at iba pang bahagi ng Eastern Suburbs ng Sydney ang kanilang arroz caldo, pork adobo at tapsilog, pati na rin ang mga healthy option, lalo na’t kilala ang maraming Australian sa pagiging health-conscious pagdating sa kanilang pagkain.
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Pork Adobo Rice Bowl and Arroz Caldo. Credit: Greenknowe Cafe FB page
Proud moment namin na makita ang café na full house, with a mix of Filipino and local customers, magkakatabi, nag-uusap, enjoying our food and having a good time. Doon namin nakikita na buhay na buhay ang café, at higit sa lahat, na nakuha namin ang both markets. That’s something we’re truly proud of.
Chef Jovan and Sandra Arias, Cafe Owner
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Ube-flavoured desserts Credit: Greenknowe Cafe FB page
Yung mga regular customers naming dati, bitbit pa nila ang baby nilang apo. Ngayon, nakikipag-usap na sa’min sa café, at nang mag-birthday, inimbita na kami. In a span of four years, masasabi naming, ‘we belong’ kaya grateful kami.
Chef Jovan and Sandra Arias, Cafe owner
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Chef Jovan and Sandra Arias credit their employees as a key part of the café’s success. In recognition of their contribution, they are now processing sponsorship visas to support their employees’ future in Australia. Credit: Jovan and Sandra Arias
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Chef Jovan and Sandra take pride in their employees, whom they regard as ambassadors of Filipino values, particularly the warmth and hospitality they show to every customer. Credit: Jovan and Sandra Arias
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Recognising their employees’ loyalty and invaluable contribution, Chef Jovan and Sandra have begun sponsoring their café staff, helping them achieve their dream of staying and building a future in Australia. Credit: Jovan and Sandra Arias

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