St Philip Syriac Association QLD

23/07/2026

🇮🇹 SOLD OUT! 🇮🇹

Wow! We didn't expect tickets to go this quickly.

A huge thank you to everyone who's booked and supported this event. We can't wait to share a fantastic afternoon of great food, great company and a little taste of Sicily with you all.

See you on 30 August! 🥂🍋🇮🇹

02/07/2026

What makes an Italian long lunch so special?

It's not just the food.

It's sitting at one long table, meeting new people, sharing stories, enjoying great conversation and taking the time to simply enjoy life.

That's exactly what we're creating with our Italian Long Lunch with a Sicilian Flavour on 30 August.

With authentic Italian cuisine prepared by Dolce Marti, sparkling on arrival and a digestivo to finish, this promises to be an afternoon to remember.

With only 30 seats remaining, places are selling fast.

📲 Scan the QR code or click this booking link to reserve your place.
https://events.humanitix.com/italian-long-lunch-with-a-sicilian-flavour

We look forwward to seeing you on the day.

26/06/2026

🇮🇹 Tickets are now on sale! 🇮🇹

We're excited to announce our Italian Long Lunch with a Sicilian Flavour at The Coffee Commune on Sunday, 30 August 2026.

Picture one long table, authentic Italian hospitality, beautiful food, great conversation and an afternoon that feels just like Sunday lunch with family.

We're also thrilled that Dolce Marti will be preparing the menu. Husband and wife team Nicola Robertiello, an experienced Italian chef, and Martina Paladini, an Italian pastry chef, will bring the complete Italian experience to the table.

🥂 Your ticket includes:
• A glass of sparkling on arrival
• A beautiful Italian long lunch
• A digestivo served with dessert

Seats are strictly limited to just 70 guests, so we encourage you to book early to avoid missing out.

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the booking link below to secure your seat at the table.

https://events.humanitix.com/italian-long-lunch-with-a-sicilian-flavour

We can't wait to welcome you!

19/06/2026

As President of the St Philip Syriac Association (San Filippo), I feel truly honoured and humbled to be part of something so special.

In only our third year our Feast Day celebrations and fundraising lunch was a wonderful success and I am proud to share that this year we raised and donated $12,000 to the Queensland Brain Institute.

That is something we should all be very proud of and a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who attended, to all our sponsors and supporters and especially to my committee for their hard work, commitment and dedication. As volunteers none of this happens without people giving their time, energy and heart and what makes it all worthwhile is knowing that we have been able to contribute to important research that will make a real difference in people’s lives.

The feedback from the day has been truly humbling. So many people have spoken about the atmosphere in the room, the welcome, the laughter, the friendship and the genuine feeling of community. That is what made the day so special.

For myself and our Committee one of the most meaningful parts of the day was having Paolo Gatto with us. Paolo comes from the town of Calatabiano (in Sicily) where he has had the honour of being a 'portatore', one of the men who carries the statue of San Filippo during the traditional celebrations in Sicily. For the men of Calatabiano, this is one of the greatest honours of there lives.

His passion, emotion and love for San Filippo was felt by us all. Paolo brought with him not only stories and memories from Sicily, but also special memorabilia gifted to us by his fellow 'portatore' (his brothers in San Filippo), which meant so much to us as a committee. His presence truly added something extra special to the day.

We are grateful to have met Paolo and look forward to his ongoing connection with our Association as we continue to honour traditions that have been carried on in Sicily for over 270 years.

Celebrating San Filippo and doing charitable work in his name is what we will continue to do.

Thank you all for making this year’s celebration such a memorable and meaningful success.

Viva San Filippo!

Paolo Gatto
AssPortatori San Filippo Calatabiano

27/05/2026

What an incredible day celebrating our Annual San Filippo Feast Day & Fundraising Lunch.

On behalf of my dedicated committee, I would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended, supported and contributed to making this year’s event such a wonderful success.

To our families, friends and community members — thank you for your attendance, generosity and spirit. Seeing our community come together to celebrate faith, culture and tradition was truly something special.

A very special thank you to our sponsors:
• Borgo Salumi
• The Coffee Commune
• Italiquore
• Prudent Partners - Chartered Accountants
• Legacy Funerals
• Prudent Financial Services
• Stellar Insurance Brokers
• Basile Imports
• Cafe Sisily
• Scribble Ink

Without the support of these wonderful businesses and our broader community events like this would not be possible.

Most importantly, thank you for helping us support the important work of the Queensland Brain Institute through this year’s fundraiser.

We are truly grateful to everyone who played a part in making the day such a memorable and meaningful success.

Until next year… Viva San Filippo!

Thank you
Joe Bucolo

27/05/2026

21/05/2026

It's only 3 sleeps to go now until our Annual San Filippo Feast Day Celebrations & Fundraising Lunch! 🇮🇹🙏❤️

The excitement is building as our community comes together once again to celebrate faith, family, tradition and culture, while supporting the incredible work of the Queensland Brain Institute.

Again, this special event would not be possible without the generosity and support of our amazing sponsors.

An extra special thank you to:
- Borgo Salumi
- The Coffee Commune
- Italiquore
- Prudent Partners, Chartered Accountants
- Legacy Funerals
- Prudent Financial Services
- Stellar Insurance Brokers
- Basile Imports
- Cafe Sisily
- Scribble Ink

Your support helps make this event possible and allows us to continue giving back through this important fundraiser.

Please support the businesses that support our community.

We cannot wait to celebrate with everyone this weekend.

Viva San Filippo! 🇮🇹✨

19/05/2026

Hi friends, here are some more images from our special holy mass held in honour of San Filippo (St. Philip) on Sunday the 17th.

For all who were able to attend ... Thank You. For those who missed out, there will always be next year.

A big special thanks to Fr Lukas, Fr Alex, our fellow religious associations across Brisbane and all my wonderful committee for making the morning extra special.

Viva San Filippo!

Joe

Josie Masci Di Bella Anna Di Stasi Charlie Cappellano Joe Ucchino Joe Bucolo Vito Di Stasi Carmelo Steppa Joe Bucolo Filippo D'Arró Phillip Di Bella Nunzio Perricelli Fina Pennisi Joe Perricelli Michelle Bucolo Lina Bucolo

19/05/2026

19/05/2026

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Yesterday morning in Carina, Brisbane, we celebrated a special Mass for our beloved San Filippo, the patron saint of Calatabiano, Sicily. On behalf of our president, Joe Bucolo, and the rest of the committee, I wish to sincerely thank everyone who attended.
Viva San Filippo!
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