Although it is true that Dubai is a shopper’s haven when it comes to signature garments and gadgets, there will always be something that will make you long for the Filipino touch that is somehow missing in these elements. Surely you’ve been missing the hustle and bustle of the Tutuban market; the busy shopping destination in Greenhills; or the Yuletide night bazaars that come along with the festivities. If it has been a while since you’ve experienced the exciting feeling these places bring, get ready for another overload— BAZAAR OVERLOAD, that is!

True to its commitment to bridge the gap between the overseas Filipino and the country we all miss, ABS-CBN Middle East presents for the first time in the Middle East the “KAPAMILYA BARATILLO SA DUBAI.” This spectacular event will recreate the tiangge spirit for Pinoys in Dubai . With close to 10,000 Filipinos expected in attendance the 3-day event, the 1ST FILIPINO EXPO 2008: Tiangge, Bazaar, Atbp. promises to be a fiesta paradise and a merchandiser’s dream. It will showcase close to 100 products, services and opportunities for the OFW with supplemental workshops and amusement to boot! The tiangge will bring under one roof an array of items to delight every Pinoy.

Feast on sumptuous selections of food and thirst-quenching variety of beverages. Scout possible real estate investments reasonably offered especially for the overseas Pinoy. Apparels, accessories and cosmetics galore will satisfy the fashionistas’ cravings for good buys. Giving in to your dream to wanderlust, the event will host travel and leisure spots. Cargo, remittance and government services tailor-made for the global Filipinos here in the Middle East. Business opportunities await our investing kababayans making this ultimate bazaar a one-stop shop for anything and everything Pinoy!

Nobody gets left behind as adding up to the hype are free seminars and workshops and entertainment from the Philippines’ biggest television network. It is yet another FIRST for our Filipino Community in the Middle East. This is a bazaar like no other as FILEXPO 2008 in Dubai brings the leading companies from the Philippines unmistakably making this three day shopping madness made possible ‘by the Filipino, for the Filipino.’ So what are you waiting for? Come and join us on June 19, 20 & 21 at the World Trade Center as we savor the excitement of a Philippine fiesta on ABS-CBN Middle East’s mid-year salvo. See posters and print ads for more details.