FEU Introduces New Book Titles that Champion Food, Fashion, and Cultural Resilience

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As Far Eastern University prepares for its Centennial in 2028, it continues to affirm its commitment to knowledge creation, cultural documentation, and creative scholarship through publishing.

Under FEU Publications, the University is set to release four new book titles that reflect the richness of Filipino life and values. Centered on food traditions, institutional history, and the creative legacies of women, the books highlight how memory, leadership, and craft shape both personal identity and collective heritage.

Together, the titles underscore FEU’s role not only as an educational institution but also as a steward of culture.

Documenting the Filipino Holiday Table


NOCHE BUENA: 100 Stories Shared at the Philippine Holiday Table marks the first release in FEU’s 100-book series.

Designed as a mini coffee-table book, the volume gathers one hundred first-hand accounts of Christmas celebrations and food traditions from chefs, restaurant owners, food producers, and writers across the Philippines. These stories emphasize how food serves as a carrier of memory, values, and familial bonds.

The book features original illustrations by Architect Isaiah Israel D. Susi, Dean of the Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, and includes forewords by Felice Prudente Sta. Maria and Amado Forés. Together, these elements frame food not only as sustenance, but as cultural expression.

“These are stories of family closeness, generations of tradition, and love expressed through food.”

Maria Teresa Trinidad Tinio, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and head of the FEU Culture Collective, explains that the stories also speak of struggle, perseverance, and authenticity, reflecting how dedication to one’s craft shapes both livelihood and legacy.

Preserving Institutional History and Vision


RESILIENCE: The Roots and Rebirth of FEU Roosevelt chronicles nearly nine decades of institutional milestones.

Written by Gillian Joyce Virata and edited by Dr. Michael M. Alba and Genna Estrabon, the book brings together narratives from leaders, alumni, and influential figures who contributed to the growth and transformation of FEU Roosevelt. It documents the school’s transition following FEU’s acquisition of RCI in 2016 and its sustained commitment to academic excellence.

“An institution’s strength is built through leadership, continuity, and shared purpose.”

Beyond recounting the past, RESILIENCE outlines FEU Roosevelt’s direction in the years ahead, rooted in its leaders’ vision and the institution’s renewed mission.

Celebrating Women, Craft, and Cultural Continuity

Two of the new titles focus on women from different generations whose work has shaped Philippine fashion and creative enterprise.

Love, Marina by Vicky Veloso-Barrera, edited by Thelma San Juan, honors Marina Antonio’s enduring influence on fashion. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and innovative design, Marina earned the trust of generations of women through her craftsmanship. Narrated through the memories of her granddaughter, the book combines personal recollections, visual inspiration, and practical insights.

“Craft becomes legacy when it is grounded in care and tradition.”

IT’S A WRAP: Ditta Sandico: Unraveling the Future of Fashion, written by Francine Medina Marquez and edited by Gay Eiko Yoshikawa-Zialcita, highlights how a creative vision can uplift communities. The book recounts how Ditta Sandico transformed weaving communities into self-reliant social enterprises, positioning indigenous craft as a vital component of nation branding.

“Indigenous craft holds both cultural meaning and future promise.”

Together, the two books affirm the role of women as cultural bearers whose work connects creativity, responsibility, and social impact.

Continuing FEU’s Commitment to Cultural Scholarship

All titles will be available through TAMS Bookstore. For inquiries, interested readers may contact tamsbookstore@feu.edu.ph.

Through these new publications, Far Eastern University reinforces its commitment to documenting stories that matter. By preserving memories of food, fashion, leadership, and resilience, FEU ensures that cultural knowledge remains accessible, relevant, and deeply rooted in lived experience.

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