(Photo courtesy of DSWD) The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) partnered with the World Food Program to provide nutrition education to the food stamp program’s (FSP) pilot 50 beneficiaries, who attended their first session on Wednesday, Aug. 16. DSWD Undersecretary for...
Businessmen are strongly urging the government to ensure that the ongoing comprehensive tariff review and reform by the Tariff Commission (TC) should result in reduced corruption in the agriculture sector and accessibility of products at cheaper prices to ensure food security in the country. ...
OPENING CEREMONY ASEAN ambassadors and key officials welcome ASEAN Food Festival attendees On Aug. 6, members of the diplomatic corps converged at the SM Mall of Asia for the annual ASEAN Food Festival, one of the many ways the Philippines marks the inception of the Association of Southeast Asian...
(MANILA BULLETIN) A neophyte congressman is calling on the government to do everything it can to address food inflation amid rising hunger in the Philippines. "Hindi po nakapagtataka na mas maraming mga kababayan natin ang nagugutom dahil patuloy pa rin ang pagtaas...
The Po family’s Century Pacific Food, Inc. (CNPF), one of the leading branded food and beverage manufacturers in the Philippines, reported an 8 percent improvement in consolidated net income to 3.2 billion in the first half of 2023. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the firm said...
(DSWD file photo) The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Field Office I (DSWD-FO1) has so far provided P144 million in food and non-food items, as well as P104 million in cash assistance, to families displaced by typhoon Egay and the enhanced southwest monsoon, or “habagat.” Family...
San Miguel Food and Beverage, Inc. (SMFB), one of the core units of diversified conglomerate San Miguel Corporation, reported a net income of P18.8 billion in the first half of 2023, the same as its record performance in the same period last year. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock...
A trip to Singapore is not complete without a proper food trip. For many, a foodie adventure in the country involves stopping by shops like Tiong Bahru Bakery and Common Man Coffee Roasters to feast on delectable pastries and a cup of brewed drinks. But it looks like Filipinos don’t need to fly...
The results of a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showing more Filipinos are suffering from involuntary hunger is a validation of the national government’s Food Stamp Program (FSP), which was launched last month, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said on Friday, Aug. 4....
Overabundance is part of Philippine food culture. A Filipino spread is composed of flavorful dishes served in volumes. Our penchant for excess is reflected in the way we enjoy buffets and eat-all-you-can restaurants. We are so fond of the dining experience that we incorporate it with other popular...
PICKLED PLEASURES Pickles are created by immersing fresh fruits or vegetables such as cucumbers in an acidic liquid or saltwater brine Filipinos love pickles , which are at the top of the list when shopping for supplies in preparation for a special meal or feast. The pickles we love are sweet....
Filipinos are no longer a stranger to *omakase*. The Japanese phrase, used at restaurants, means “entrusting” the whole dining experience to the chef, instead of ordering what one feels like eating. Although it is also often tailored to the diner’s wishes, depending on the budget, as well as...
