Chateau Du Mer Beach House and Conference Hall: Noteworthy Filipino-American & Fil-Am Creators

WELCOME TO CHATEAU DU MER BEACH RESORT

If this is your first time in my site, welcome! Chateau Du Mer is a beach house and a Conference Hall. The beach house could now accommodate 10 guests, six in the main floor and four in the first floor( air conditioned room). In addition, you can now reserve your vacation dates ahead and pay the rental fees via PayPal. I hope to see you soon in Marinduque- Home of the Morions and Heart of the Philippines. The photo above was taken during our first Garden Wedding ceremony at The Chateau Du Mer Gardens. I have also posted my favorite Filipino and American dishes and recipes in this site. Some of the photos and videos on this site, I do not own, but I have no intention on the infringement of your copyrights!

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Noteworthy Filipino-American & Fil-Am Creators

1. Wil Dasovich

A Filipino-American vlogger and personality from California, Wil has amassed a large viewership through his travel, lifestyle, and comedic content. He frequently explores Filipino culture and food in a fun, relatable way. WikipediaReddit

2. Kyle “Kulas” Jennermann – BecomingFilipino

Originally Canadian, Kyle embraced the Philippines as his home and creates heartfelt travel vlogs that span nearly every Philippine province. His explorations of culture, traditions, and local life have earned him both Filipino and international fans. WikipediaBusinessMirror

3. Christine “HappySlip” Gambito

An early YouTube comedic pioneer, Christine’s sketches humorously dive into Filipino family dynamics and generational culture. She became a recognized face for Pinoy identity in digital media. WikipediaTeen Vogue

4. Jessica MacCleary

This Filipino-American vlogger creates charming and humorous skits about growing up with a Filipino mom, capturing the everyday realities and cultural quirks Filipinos often relate to. SAYS

5. Kirby Araullo

Based in Los Angeles, Kirby tackles Philippine history, culture, and current events on his YouTube channel, bringing educational depth and connection to heritage for viewers. Global Nation

6. Hernando Planells – “Paano to Pinoy”

A motivational speaker and influencer, Hernando hosts a family-focused YouTube series where he and his kids explore and celebrate Filipino roots through engaging cultural challenges and activities. Inquirer

7. Abi Balingit – The Dusky Kitchen (Food Blog/Vlog)

A Filipino-American food blogger whose vibrant dessert creations (like adobo chocolate chip cookies and halo-halo baked Alaska) blend Filipino and Western traditions in creative, mouth-watering ways. Her cookbook Mayumushowcases Filipino-American culinary heritage. VogueSimply Recipes

8. Asia Jackson

A multiracial Filipino-American actress and YouTuber who launched the important #MagandangMorenx movement to challenge colorism and celebrate Filipino beauty diversity. On her channel, she shares lifestyle, beauty, and inspirational content. Wikipedia

9. The Hungry Syrian Wanderer (Basel Manadil)

Though not Filipino-American, he’s a foreign content creator deeply immersed in Filipino culture. Known as the “Adopted Son of the Philippines,” his heartfelt food and lifestyle videos have resonated globally. BusinessMirrorThe Filipino Tech Explainer

10. Kuya Jake (Jake Taylor)

An American YouTuber who moved to the Philippines, married a Filipina, and brings his fluency in Tagalog and Ilocano into humorous and heartfelt vlogs celebrating local cuisine and lifestyle. BusinessMirrorThe Filipino Tech Explainer

11. Finn Snow & Bisayang Hilaw (Carson Moody)

Finn Snow: An Icelandic-American travel vlogger deeply enamored with the Philippines, now building a life there and documenting local culture and community experiences. Team PChengBusinessMirror
Bisayang Hilaw (Carson Moody): Vlogs about daily life in the Philippines and connects deeply with locals, offering authentic cultural perspectives. Team PChengBusinessMirror

12. Kara and Nate

A Filipino-American couple who create travel vlogs infused with cultural exploration, diving into Filipino cuisine, traditions, and heritage during their travels, including visits to the Philippines. TaasNooPilipino - Kahit Kanino

Summary Table

Creator	Platform	Focus Area
Wil Dasovich	YouTube	Travel, Filipino lifestyle, humor
Kulas (Kyle Jennermann)	YouTube, Blog	Travel & cultural immersion across the Philippines
HappySlip (Christine Gambito)	YouTube	Filipino family and cultural comedy
Jessica MacCleary	YouTube	Sketches on Fil-Am life and mom tropes
Kirby Araullo	YouTube	Philippine culture, history, and education
Hernando Planells	YouTube	Family, culture, and motivational content
Abi Balingit (Dusky Kitchen)	Blog, Cookbook	Filipino-American fusion desserts and food storytelling
Asia Jackson	YouTube, Social Media	Beauty, activism against colorism, identity
Hungry Syrian Wanderer	YouTube	Filipino culture, food, and daily life
Kuya Jake	YouTube	Language, food, and local perspectives
Finn Snow & Bisayang Hilaw	YouTube	Expat life, travel, and cultural immersion
Kara & Nate	YouTube	Travel with Filipino heritage and cultural rediscovery

Where to Start?

For culture and humor: Try HappySlip or Jessica MacCleary.
For deep travel insights and Filipino life: Explore Kulas (BecomingFilipino), Wil Dasovich, Kuya Jake, or Finn Snow.
For foodies and fusion baking: Dive into Abi Balingit’s recipes and Mayumu cookbook.
For identity, beauty, and social advocacy: Follow Asia Jackson.
For history and culture explained: Watch Kirby Araullo.
For family-focused cultural discovery: Check out Hernando Planells’ “Paano to Pinoy”.
For global travel meets Pinoy roots: Join Kara & Nate on their adventures.
Meanwhile, Did you know that.......
In 1901, the United States sent more than 500 American teachers to the Philippines aboard the ship USAT Thomas?
Known as the Thomasites, they established the public school system, introduced English as a medium of instruction, and trained the first generation of Filipino teachers. Their arrival marked a turning point in Philippine education under American colonial rule.