April is Filipino Food Month, and we know the Filipino diaspora is more than just ube lattes and Jollibee! Kain Tayo (which means “Let’s Eat” in Tagalog) is a free creative writing class that goes beyond the plate to explore the richness of our stories, identities, and histories.

We’ll read and be inspired by literary luminaries like Cecilia Brainard, Rachel Cruz, Jill Damatac, Monica Macansantos, Bino A. Realuyo, Barbara Jane Reyes, Tony Robles and more—writers who aren’t just representing the Filipino experience but redefining it. Through stories, we’ll unpack the flavors of migration, memory, and belonging. Whether you’re writing about the first time you tasted balut, the quiet rituals of a family meal, or the way food bridges generations, this class will encourage you to sharpen your voice and expand your storytelling.

All writers are welcome!  Bring a recipe, a snack or whatever else brings you inspiration. 

Participants will be invited to submit their stories to WeWrite!’s online zine, which will be featured on their website. 

Tara, kain tayo!

Space is limited to 30 participants. Reserve your seat by registering here 

WeWrite! Educator

Sheila Navarro (she/her) was born in Cavite, Philippines, grew up in Suisun City, California, and is currently teaching and writing in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Her creative writing has been supported by VONA, Community of Writers and Napa Valley Writers’ Conference and published or forthcoming in SF Culture Trip, Mercury News, Maganda Magazine and the Writer’s Bloc. Navarro is writing a collection of short stories titled ‘Otherland, inspired from her Pinay upbringing listening to ‘90s R&B music.