Goal Achieved – Thank You for Your Support!
We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully reached our fundraising goal of $1,000 for the “It Takes a Village” Bayanihan Scholarship 2.0!
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, family, friends, and community supporters, we will be able to award two $500 scholarships—one to a student in San Diego and one to a student from anywhere in the United States.
As we celebrate the Cuaresma family’s 100 years in America, this achievement reflects the true spirit of Bayanihan: people coming together to support the next generation. Your contributions will help empower deserving students who demonstrate academic excellence, community involvement, and dedication to their goals.
Thank you for being part of this journey and for investing in the future of our scholars. Together, we are making a lasting impact.
Maraming salamat!
The Bayanihan Scholarship Fund
Our Story
Tinidor Foods began with the journey of a young immigrant Filipina who arrived in America with four children, a heart full of hope, and a suitcase carrying a cookbook of Filipino recipes.
Every dish she cooked shared a piece of home — love, resilience, and memories of the Pinas she left behind.
Tinidor Foods continues that legacy today, using food to connect cultures and honor the stories that shaped our family.
Humble Beginnings in Oregon (2018)
Tinidor Foods began with the journey of a young immigrant Filipina who arrived in America with four children, a heart full of hope, and a suitcase carrying a cookbook of Filipino recipes.
Every dish she cooked shared a piece of home — love, resilience, and memories of the Pinas she left behind.
Tinidor Foods continues that legacy today, using food to connect cultures and honor the stories that shaped our family.
New Beginnings in San Diego
Now in San Diego, we’re excited to share the same beloved Filipino classics — while also offering gluten-free and plant-based options for today’s modern, health-conscious diners.
Filipino comfort food — savory, crispy, and made to share.
Meet Joe
Cook / Owner & Veteran
Joe began cooking at 13 and spent over a decade working in the restaurant industry. He first launched Tinidor Foods in Oregon, building the brand from scratch in a place where Filipino food was nearly unknown.
As a Filipino-American and veteran, Joe brings heart, discipline, and culture into every dish — serving flavors that feel like home.