Buhay Carinderia redefined

Buhay Carinderia Redefined kicked off recently at the Rizal Park Hotel (formerly the Army & Navy Club) in Manila. In his speech, Cesar Montano, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Tourism Promotions Board, noted with gratitude the efforts of Marylindbert International (led by Linda Legaspi) in launching the advocacy in 2011, where carinderia owners were given a venue that provided them identity, pride and a sense of belonging.

Buhay Carinderia, then known as Carinderia Fiesta, offers a glimpse into Filipino’s culture and customs. It is scheduled to scour the whole country in search for the best of the best in our culinary scene.

Said Montano: “Filipino cuisine reflects Philippine history. Centuries of trading with the Chinese and the colonisation of Spain yielded the introduction of unique ingredients as well as cooking styles that have created rich diversity in food preparation throughout the country.”

The local culinary experts will gather at the Vigan Convention Center from June 28-29 where they will share their talents to everyone and interact with chosen students of the area so they could also pass on their skills and experiences.

“During this two-day exposition to showcase all the surrounding provinces’ culinary gems, we will also be searching for young individuals who will become our Philippine Tourism Millennial ambassadors. They should be able to enlighten everyone with their town’s (or city’s) deep and multi-cultural food history,” Legaspi said.

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Festival queens in Aliwan Fiesta 2018

Tradition and culture once again fuse in this year’s search for Reyna ng Aliwan Fiesta which will take place at the outdoor stage in front of the Aliw Theater tomorrow. The coronation follows the grand parade and dance festival showdown the next day.

Reyna ng Aliwan Fiesta 2018 candidates are Karla O’Hara, Chanel Mistyca Corpuz, Mayanne Barcoma, Lady Justerinnie Santos, Micaela Manuel, Radhell Berbon, Ella Mariz, Ashanti Shane Ervas, Maristela Santiago, Joyce Marie Sebio, Keziah Bartolome, Shaila Mae Rebortera, Chelsea Fernandez, Arl BanquerigoSharifa Mangatong Areef Mohammad Omar Akeel, Novie Shane Leonerio, Elizabeth Bills, Chrislyn Jabonero, Jackie Ruth Urongan, and Bianca Iraham.

Aliwan Fiesta 2018 is supported by Pride Laundry Detergent, Unique Toothpaste, White Rose Kojic Whitening Soap, Smart Dishwashing Detergent, Tanduay, Globe, Dunkin Donuts, the Tourism Promotions Board, Alaska, Columbia International Food Products, Inc., Cherry Mobile, Symdex E, Fukuda, Nature Spring, AICS, Manila Bulletin, GES Lights, Steeltech, and Whiteflower Analgesic Balm.

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