With many espresso blends, you should have a decent cap of crema - say, a 1/2 inch or so - and a total mass of about 30-40 grams for a 2-ounce shot. But some coffees will skew one way or the other, leading to less dense crema-bombs or denser, juicier single origin marvels.
The culture of the Philippines is a combination of Eastern and Western culture. Before the Spanish colonization of the country, the Philippines' culture was mainly influenced by the indigenous Malay heritage of Southeast Asia.
Aside from the colorful contributions of its regional tribes, Mindanao is home to the largest cultural minority in the Philippines - the Muslims. Brought by Javanese and Middle Eastern traders, Islam is the religion of approximately 20 percent of the Philippine population. They are known for their mysticism, royalty, and beauty which are evident in their music and dances.