Adobofest 2009

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When you combine your typical forest preserve Filipino family picnic/BBQ with some good ol' fashioned culinary competition and a slew of games and talented acts, Adobofest is the deliciously fun result.

And that's exactly what it felt like. Rather than a dry, furrowed brow competition of the taste buds, it was a really casual, relaxed afternoon on an absolutely perfect Sunday to enjoy great food and good company. The Filipino American Network of Chicago (FAN Chicago) was the brains behind the operation - this being the 2nd annual Adobofest they have put together in the area. And not only did this year draw a bigger variety of entrees entrants, but it also attracted a broader, larger audience than last year's iteration including some awesome guys over at CDR Racing, the Roxas brothers, Ethnikroots and the infamous chef Ron Bilaro from Life Pinoy Style.

Not short-staffed either was the media coverage. This year's Adobofest was stacked with some serious over-the-shoulder video cameras and photography enthusiasts alike. A guy with CDR Racing even rolled through with a backdrop and strobes to keep his 1D and 5D company. Crazy! As per usual, Don from Balitang America was out in full force at Adobofest as well. Thanks for the interview, Don! I'll see you at the next big Fil-Am event, haha.

Ryne from Bakit Why and Unscene Media got together again to cover the 'fest. Be sure you check out BakitWhy.com to check out the blog! Here are some of the photos from Adobofest 2009:









































A HUGE thanks goes out to FAN Chicago for putting this together, the 'fest sponsors, Unscene Media supporters and of course CONGRATULATIONS to the Adobofest 2009 winners! For high-resolution photos seen here, full photo gallery or for any other questions/requests, please e-mail mike@unscenemedia.com.