Tag: #Filipino Food Month
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How food shapes the cultural identity of Filipino people
Food, beyond its literal definition, is a means of expression that is intrinsic to a country's cultural identity.
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The role of gastrodiplomacy and tourism in preserving culinary traditions
The Philippines has a rich culinary heritage that deserves to be preserved and recognized in the international scene.
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How to start a sustainable food business
Many individuals in an agricultural country like the Philippines make a living from agriculture-related enterprises. However, not everyone understands what it takes to run a sustainable food business.
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Here’s why growing your own food is important
The health crisis all the more underlined the importance of food for safety, survival, and livelihood. Therefore, growing your own food at home and making purposeful efforts to achieve self-sufficiency is crucial, especially since we are still in the grip of a pandemic.
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How DOT plans to celebrate Filipino Food Month
The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Tuesday, April 6, that it has coordinated with its partner agencies to promote and preserve traditional Filipino dishes in line with the country’s month-long celebration of Filipino Food Month or Buwan ng Kalutong Filipino.
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DOT, partner agencies drive up promotion of Filipino food experience
To further enhance the promotion of Filipino culinary tradition and the country’s unique food tourism experiences, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has partnered with various government agencies to officially infuse the food tourism dimension in the celebration of the Filipino Food Month every April.
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‘Binaki’: Bukidnon’s sweet delicacy made from corn
Binaki, or steamed corn cake, is a popular dessert or snack in Northern Mindanao. This sweet corn roll is usually sold in the streets and markets of Bukidnon and other parts of the region.
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Preserving local recipes and culinary traditions: Pampanga’s burong Kapampangan
Pampanga is labeled the culinary capital of the Philippines for its delicious classic recipes and rich food culture. Sisig, bringhe or paella, and burong Kapampangan are some of the Kapampangan dishes that have not only marked the local culinary scene, but have also placed the country on the global food map.
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Queen of Philippine vegetables: Guide to growing malunggay
Moringa or malunggay has been a backyard garden staple in many Filipino homes because of its nutritional benefits and adaptability to local conditions.
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Pancit bee hoon, but make it Zi Char
Filipino Food Month is about local cuisine. But exploring dishes from other countries, Singapore for instance, is also welcome.