MODULE 2

TOPIC IV

CENTRAL PHILIPPINE CUISINE

REGION IV A: (CALABARZON)
OVERVIEW

This module introduce the Philippine Food Culture and History of Central Philippine Cuisine.
The students will learn and appreciate the different cuisine and food specialty during regular and
special occasion of the region. Individual output of students will be submitted through online.
(Google classroom)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the topics, you should be able to:

1. Discuss briefly the History of the Region;
2. Identify the different popular/famous/traditional cuisine of the Region;
3. Explain the different food culture, eating habits, and life style of the Region; and
4. Identify the different tourism, festivals and economy in the different provinces.

CONTENT
HISTORY OF REGION IV-A- (CALABARZON)

Due to its size, Region IV was split into two separate regions, Region IV-A (CALABARZON)
and Region IV-B (MIMAROPA). Aurora was transferred to Region III, Central Luzon. The next
year, Arroyo signed Executive Order No. 246, which declared Calamba as the regional center of
the region.

On June 11, Act No. 137 of the First Philippine Commission abolished Morong and created a
new province, named after the Philippines' national hero, Jose Rizal, who, coincidentally, was a
native of Laguna. On May 17, 2002, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed Executive Order
No. 103, which made reorganized to the Southern Tagalog region.

CALABARZON or Region 4A (sometimes written with the Roman numeral as REGION IV-A),
is what became of the other half when in 2002, Southern Tagalog (Region 4) was split into two.
The term CALABARZON is actually an acronym representing letters from the names of the 5
provinces that comprise it – CAvite, LAguna, BAtangas, Rizal and QueZON. Like Region 3, it
also spans from east in the pacific to the west in the South China Sea.

GEOGRAPHY

The CALABARZON Region is located in the south western part of the island of Luzon. Total
land area of 16,560 square kilometers. Second most densely populated region in the country,
principally because it is the closest region to metro Manila. CALABARZON is experiencing
rapid urbanization. As of the year 2000, 67% of its population lives in urban areas.

ECONOMY

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GDP IN CALABARZON Calabarzon—2nd largest GDP share Calabarzon is the 2nd largest
contributor to the national GDP, accounting for 16.8%. Due to the region's proximity to Metro
Manila, a large amount of urbanization has taken place over the years. Cavite and Laguna in
particular are sites of manufacturing and high-tech industries. Santa Rosa, Laguna is home to
semi-conductor and automotive companies. General Trias is home to Cavite's largest economic
development zone, the PEC Industrial Park.

 CAVITE

The name "Cavite" comes from the Hispanicized form of kawit or it may be a corruption of
kalawit, Tagalog words for "hook", in reference to the small hook-shaped peninsula jutting out to
Manila Bay. The name originally applied to the peninsula, Cavite La Punta (now Cavite City)
and the adjacent lowland coastal area of Cavite Viejo (now Kawit).
St. Mary Magdalene Church of Kawit, also known as Kawit Church is the parish church of the
municipality of Kawit, Cavite in the Philippines. The Roman Catholic church is one of the oldest
churches in the Philippines, construction of the present church was started in 1737.The church
was last restored in 1990 by the citizens of Kawit.
Also called the "Water Festival", the festival is comprised of games, street dancing, photo
exhibit, trade fair, concert and water splashing. The festival is done three days from June 22-24
done in celebration of St. John the Baptist.

ECONOMY

An agriculture province and its major crops include rice, vegetables, fruits, root crops, coffee,
coconut and sugarcane. It is endowed with rich offshore and coastal fishing grounds and fishing
is a major source of livelihood in the coastal towns. Many industrial establishments are now
operational and more industrial estates have been or are being developed in various parts.

TOURISM

Cavite is a land blessed with a galore of natural wonders, making it gleaming and a perfect place
for a memorable eco- holiday. The province boasts some of its most superb mountains, cave and
falls which can truly fascinate its numerous visitors. Natural wonders in Cavite are mostly found
in the upland areas such as:

 Tagaytay Ridge at 2,250 ft. above sea level, Tagaytay Ridge offers a magnificent view of
the smallest volcano in the world, Taal Volcano, resting in the middle of serene Taal
Lake.

 CABAG CAVES IN SILANG CAVITE – The place could be found at the bottom of the
slope which runs down a steep angle to a brook. Lush greenery surrounds this little
valley where at its bottom corner one could find the Cabag Cave where clear water
strongly flows out. Inside the cave, an underground river flows and runs for about 50
meters inward. A pool of water is formed immediately of the mouth of the cave which
leads to the brook.

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 BALITE FALLS
Balite Falls (Amadeo). Two falls could actually be seen in the area, one which flows
naturally, gushing strong clear water while the other one is outfitted into a pool of water
with a deep part for the adults and the shallow for the children.

 MALICBILIC FALLS
A valley borders the Malicbilic Falls, where a boulder strewn river cuts across the middle
made by the gushing water from the falls. While at one far end of the river is the NAIA
irrigation project, the other river route nearer the falls is a large pond, which could be
viewed from a top of the border hills of the valley. A large pool of water forms at the base
of the falls while coconut trees, shrubs and other greenery flank its sides.

 PUERTO AZUL
The plushiest resort in the area. It is equipped with modern and varied facilities and offers
a wide range of sports and recreation from golf to a number of water sports. It has been
the site of many international aqua sports competitions. A tourists’ paradise in the
outskirts of Ternate town in Cavite, this pleasant resort is just a few hours’ drive from
Manila. A world-class beach resort with its seven coves, black sandy beaches, luxurious
accommodations, a famous golf course and good restaurants. It features facilities for surf
and turf sports, and many other activities.

 ULONG TUBIG (Carmona)

A pool formed by natural spring water that comes from an adjacent hill. The pool leads to
an irrigation pump which supplies a vast number of rice fields in Carmona.The area is
shaded by coconut trees and other greenery. It is said that during the morning, the water is
very clear. However, it becomes tinged green due to algae disturbed by swimmers during
the afternoon.

 PICO DE LORO
Mountaineers who visit Pico de Loro discover that it is as enchanting as its name. High
on Cavite’s highest point, they could behold the rocky tower that the Spanish sailors once
saw as the parrot’s beak, and they could gaze towards South China Sea where the
galleons once sailed, all the way to the historic island fort of Corregidor. Gusts of sea
breeze reach the peak, refreshing hikers after a four-hour climb. The peak’s rocky
outcropping is dramatic, and sharply contrasts with the plains of Cavite and the waters of
South China Sea.

GEOGRAPHY

Cavite is surrounded by Laguna province to the east, Metro Manila to the northeast, and
Batangas province to the south. To the west lies the West Philippine Sea. Cavite is the second
smallest province (with the Province of Rizal being the smallest) in the Calabarzon region.

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 LAGUNA

Laguna derives its name from “La Laguna” (the lake), referring to Laguna de Bay, the largest
inland body of water in the Philippines and surrounding areas were conquered by Spain in 1571.
Seven years later, Franciscan friars started the work of Christianization. Soon, towns around the
lake were founded. In 1678, San Pablo de los Montes (now San Pablo City) was established.

ECONOMY

Agriculture and fishery are the main industries that contribute a great part of the provincial
economy. The crops produced are rice, sugarcane and fruits, specifically citrus and lanzones. It is
the second largest producer of coconut in the country. It is also noted for its woodcarvings,
paper-mache figures, barong materials and linen.

TOURISM

 LAKE CALIRAYA
Lake Caliraya Interestingly, Lake Caliraya in Laguna is a man-made lake situated in three towns
- Lumban, Cavinti and Kalayaan.The cool mountain breeze of the Sierra Madre Mountain and
the deep waters of the lake combine to make Caliraya an excellent place for various water
activities such as boating, jetskiing, water skiing, and windsurfing.

 JAPANESE GARDEN
The Japanese Garden, located along Lake Caliraya in Cavinti, Laguna, is a memorial park built
by the Japanese government in the 1970s in order to commemorate the Japanese soldiers who
died during the Second World War. Tourists and guests can take leisurely strolls among its
gardens and appreciate the amazing scenery of Lake Caliraya and the Sierra Madre mountain
range.

 RIZAL SHRINE
The Jose Rizal Shrine in Calamba, Laguna, the birthplace of the Philippines' national hero, is one
of the most frequented historical and tourist sites in Laguna.An average of 270,000 tourists visit
this shrine annually. According to the National Historical Institute (NHI), "It was in that house
that the boy (Jose Rizal) was shaped and molded and who would become the finest expression of
his race."

 ENCHANTED KINGDOM
Enchanted Kingdom (EK) in Santa Rosa, Laguna is the country's first and only world-class
theme park. Enchanted Kingdom was recently cited by the government of Laguna for generating
the biggest tourist arrivals in 2008.That's no wonder since kids and adults alike are especially
thrilled to ride the various attractions that the park and recreation center has to offer.

LAGUNA FESTIVALS

 ANA KALANG FESTIVAL - Nagcarlan, Laguna, Philippines

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Nagcarlan, Laguna, located 105 kms. South of Manila, supposedly got its name from the
legendary head of the tribe before Christianity was brought to the Philippines- Ana Kalang. This
beautiful and capable leader, allegedly saw the Virgin Sta. Ana, who took the poison out of the
lanzones fruit so that it can be edible, thus, the name Ana kalang Festival, in honor of the fruit
which is one of the town’s main agricultural product.

 ANA COCONUT FESTIVAL - San Pablo City, Laguna

Coconut is one of the main products of the city. To make the most of the “Tree of Life”, and to
show the world the talents and ingenuity of the local townsfolk, the Coconut Festival came into
existence. Now on its 10th year, having its maiden year on January, 1996, the coco fest is held
during the celebration of the city’s patron saint, St. Paul the First Hermit, which falls every 15th
of January.

 FEAST OF THE RISEN CHRIST - San Pablo City, Laguna

An age-old tradition for the San Pableños is the observance of the Holy Week wherein a
procession of life-sized images in huge carozas (floats) depicting the passion of Christ is done.
Held every Holy Wednesday and Good Friday, a religious holiday, people from near and far
were free to troop to this place to witness this event.

 MAYFLOWER FESTIVAL - San Pablo City, Laguna

Another age-old tradition that the San Pableños celebrate is the Flores de Maria sometimes also
called as Santa Cruzan held on the month of May, one of the summer months in the Philippines.
The Flores de Maria is offering of flowers to the Blessed Virgin Mary done by small girls to
teen-aged ones donned in gowns. Before the offering of the flowers, these lovely ladies parade in
streets at night. Santa Cruzan, on the other hand, is a re-enactment of the finding of the Holy
Cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified.

 FESTIVALS OF LIGHTS - San Pablo City, Laguna

In the celebration of Christmas during December, the people of San Pablo have always made it
their tradition to adorn the front of their houses, especially their windows, the trees or plants on
their front yard or even their gates, with strings of colorful lights as a symbol of welcoming the
birth of Christ. With this, the tourism Council of San Pablo thought that it will be best to make
this tradition a more festive occasion, thus, the birth of the Festival of Lights which had its
maiden year in December, 2004.

 OCTOBER FESTIVAL (MARKET BY THE LAKE) - San Pablo City, Laguna

To boost the trade and commerce in San Pablo, the San Pablo City Chamber of Commerce and
the San Pablo City Tourism Council came up with the October Festival. First conducted in
October, 2004, the festival was a raging success. A Trade Fair and Exhibit was held on the banks
of Sampaloc Lake.

 BANGKERO FESTIVAL - Pagsanjan, Laguna

The Bangkero Festival was launched in May, 1999 as a showcase for the bravery of its boatmen
(bangkeros).
The Bangkero Festival was conceptualized in honor of the people who has worked hard to
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boatmen carry people to the site of the famous waterfall. It is just apt that the city government
gives tribute to them through the Bangkero Festival.
The 5-day festival opens with Best Bangka Presentation, Best Float and Street Dancing. This
activity is a contest for decorated boats and floats being paraded through the town’s main
thoroughfare while the street dancing is a parade of students from different schools donned in
colorful and attractive costumes swaying to the beat of upbeat music.
 TSINELAS FESTIVAL - Liliw, Laguna
This little town is actually the Footwear Capital of Laguna, being the source of quality footwear,
most notably tsinelas (slippers). No wonder not only residents of neighbouring towns patronize
their products but balikbayans as well.
Because of the thriving footwear industry, the local government, through the encouragement of
the Southern Tagalog Tourism Council whose main concern is to develop tourism in Region IV
through the implementation of FESTIVALS, conceptualize the Gat Tayaw Tsinelas Festival. The
festival is dubbed as such in honor of the town’s Founder-Gat Tayaw- and its major industry-
tsinelas.
First held in April 5-7, 2002, the Gat Tayaw Tsinelas Festival was a raging success with no less
than Philippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo as the guest of honor.

 PINYA FESTIVAL - Calauan, Laguna

Calauan, Laguna, located 74 kilometers south of Manila is known for its prime agricultural
product- pinya (pineapple). Claiming their local product is the sweetest in the Philippines, the
town is trooped by people from near or far alike. It is just natural that their local officials create a
festival using their most treasured possession.
The Pinya Festival started in May, 2003 as the highlight in the celebration of the town’s fiesta,
the feast of San Isidro Labrador. The festivities include Trade Fair Exhibit, Nightly Cultural
Presentations, Culinary Contest, Search for Binibining Calauan, Grand Float Parade and
Mardigras Street Dancing.

 ITIK FESTIVAL - Victoria, Laguna

Itik (Anas Plathrhynchos Linn) a breed of duck, is the main product of the town of Victoria in
Laguna. This small, bustling town is the center of the duck industry in the province. In this
regard, on the occasion of its 52nd year as a municipality, the local government launched the Itik
Festival on November, 2002.

 TURUMBA FESTIVAL - Pakil, Laguna

One of the most celebrated religious festivals in the country is the Turumba festival in honor of
Our Lady of Sorrows – Nuestra Señora de los Dolores de Turumba. Based on research the
original framed Image of the Virgin is the picture of the Virgin of Sorrows with the name
“Virgin de Las Antiguas”. This is now the Image placed in a special nook at the Church Altar,
the same image exulted in the Turumba festival during the “Lupi Season” in the months of
March and April.

 KESO FESTIVAL - Sta. Cruz, Laguna

Sta. Cruz, Laguna, located 96 kms south of Manila, the province’s capital is developed as the
administrative, commercial and service center of the province. But aside from this, Sta Cruz has
still a lot more to offer- it is the site of the famous Keso Festival.

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In celebration of the town’s quadricentennial as a municipality in April, 2002, the Keso Festival
came into existence. Kesong Puti is an authentic Filipino cheese which originated from Laguna.
It is made from the freshest carabao’s milk and is made hard using a coagulating agent- either
vinegar or rennet (part of the cow’s stomach). A small amount of salt is added to give it added
flavor. It is said that kesong puti originated from Sta. Cruz, the reason why the municipal
officials put up a festival in its honor.

 BATANGAS

GEOGRAPHY

The Batangas area is mostly elevated, with small low flat lands and scattered mountain areas.
Batangas is also home to the Taal Volcano, a complex volcano and one of the 16 Decade
Volcanoes. Batangas borders Cavite via Mount Pico de Loro, known for the views that could be
found in its summit.
About half of the province’s terrain is generally rolling, while the rest is mountainous and hilly.
The irregular coastline is dotted with coves, peninsulas and bays.

CLIMATE
It has two distinct seasons: dry from November to April and wet the rest of the year.

ECONOMY

Agriculture is the main economic activity and the major crops are palay, sugarcane, coconut and
coffee. The major crops are rice and fruit trees, specifically mango, citrus, coffee, cacao and
cashew. Eight towns lie along the northern coast of Laguna de Bay and depend on the lake for
livelihood, including tilapia- and duck-raising.

TOURISM

 TAAL LAKE AND VOLCANO

It is a large caldera filled by Taal Lake in the Philippines. Located in the province of Batangas,
the volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in the country, with 34 recorded historical
eruptions, all of which were concentrated on Volcano Island, near the middle of Taal Lake.

 ANILAO
A world famous dive site, the coastal village of Anilao has many sites worthy of any
discriminating diver. Facilities for diving, snorkeling, wakeboarding, windsurfing, jet-skiing and
island hopping are available at many resort establishments.

 RIZAL
In 1853, a new political subdivision was formed. This consisted of the towns of Antipolo,
Bosoboso, Cainta and Taytay from the Province of Tondo; and the towns of Morong, Baras,
Tanay, Pililla, Angono, Binangonan and Jalajala from the Province of La Laguna, with the
capital at Morong. This district was later changed to Distrito Politico-Militar de Morong after
four years.

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ECONOMY

The top industry garment production, followed by trading and service-oriented businesses.
Agriculture is less intense compared with other provinces in the region. The major crops are rice
and fruit trees, specifically mango, citrus, coffee, cacao and cashew. Eight towns lie along the
northern coast of Laguna de Bay and depend on the lake for livelihood, including tilapia- and
duck-raising.
GEOGRAPHY

A province located in the CALABARZON region, just 16 kilometers east of Manila. The
province was named after José Rizal.
Rizal is a mountainous province perched on the western slopes of the southern portion of the
Sierra Madre mountain range.

TOURISM

 BATLAG FALLS
Daranak falls through a bridge that passes over the stream feeding into the falls and a short uphill
trek is Batlag Falls.

 HINULUGANG TAKTAK, Antipolo

During the 16th century the residence nearby complained for boisterous sound produced by the
bell during Angelus. The people demanded the local priest to remove the bell. And so the priest
had to take it to the nearby river. This explains the name "Hinulugang Taktak" which means
"Where the bell was dropped".

 DARANAK FALLS
The stream itself flowed serenely through massive ochre-colored rocks, creating pools of
turquoise waters here and there before ending up in the deep catch basin of the waterfalls.

 MOUNT MASUNGI ROCK FORMATIONS, Tanay

The Masungi Mountain rock formations lie along the Sierra Madre Mountain Range at Barangay
Cuyambay, Tanay, Rizal. This is a breathtaking place which resembles Great Britain’s
Stonehenge. Mount Masungi is one of the attractions in Tanay. It is a colossal rock formation
that is comparable to the rock cliff formations in Palawan. In some areas, at certain times of the
year, with the right angle of sunlight and viewed from the top, the formations look like tall spires
of orange-colored rocks like a fusion of the limestone karsts of Palawan and the vermillion
colored rocks of the Grand Canyon of the United States of America. At the very least, the
formations are an impressive sight to behold. They seemingly go on for miles with their spiky
tops poking through thick vegetation.
 QUEZON
It is the country’s leading coconut producer. Other major crops are rice, corn, banana and coffee.
Although it has vast forest lands, timber and other forest products are now only in very small
quantities. Fishing is a year-round activity because of rich fishing grounds especially in the many
bays.

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INTERESTING SPOTS IN QUEZON

 TALABAAN ISLANDS
These are two islands located off the shore of Padre Burgos town. The bigger of the two,
Malaking Talabaan, is a favorite jump-off point to the beaches of Padre Burgos and the
neighboring town of Pagbilao. The smaller island, Maliit na Talabaan, is a rock formation jutting
out of the sea.

 MAG-ASAWANG BATO
The locals call it "Mag- asawang Bato" or "married rocks", these rocks are not really close to
each other. ".

 TULAY BUHANGIN ISLAND

The island is one of the favorite areas of vacationers who go to Padre Burgos. Although one
beachfront has been damaged, other parts of the island are still good for swimming.

 BALUTI ISLAND
One particular island I’ve visited recently was called Baluti. It is situated about 3 kilometers
from the town port of Real. It is an island in the middle of an ocean near Pollillo Island and part
of the Pacific Ocean. Several parts of Baluti island are covered with pine trees and not with the
usual coconut trees. The water is quite clear with fine gray sand.

FESTIVALS IN REGION IV A- (CALABARZON)

FESTIVALS IN CAVITE

 TINAPA FESTIVAL
The festival is celebrated to promote and perpetuate the image of Rosario as the place where
smoked fish called "Tinapang Salinas" originates. October Rosario.

 WAGAYWAY FESTIVAL
Every household display of Philippine flag is encouraged during the festival, and simultaneous
waving of flags in the streets of Cavite. May 29 Imus.

 PAHIMIS FESTIVAL
Also Called the "Coffee Festival" as way of thanksgiving for abundant harvest of coffee in the
municipality. Free flowing drinking of coffee is offered to everybody. 2nd week of February
Amadeo.

 KAWAYAN FESTIVAL
Held every 7th day of September wherein a group of street dancers parade in indigenous
materials. An exhibit of bamboo products likewise done in the town plaza. September 7
Maragondon.

 SUMILANG FESTIVAL

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Recognized as an agriculture event. The occasion is participated in by dancers who come from
agricultural sector. February 1-3 Silang.

 REGADA FESTIVAL
Also called the "Water Festival", the festival is comprised of games, street dancing, photo
exhibit, trade fair, concert and water splashing. The festival is done three days from June 22-24
done in celebration of St. John the Baptist.

 KALAYAAN FESTIVAL
It is a 2 week-long province wide event held annually from May 28 to June 12. As its name
suggests, the series of events for the festival are held to celebrate the Independence Day season.

FESTIVALS IN LAGUNA

 BATINGAW FESTIVAL
Cabuyao Laguna is known for its Batingaw Festival which commemorates the legendary
Kampanag Ginto. It is celebrated every January 10-16 annually.

 COCONUT FESTIVAL
The Coconut Festival is a week-long celebration in San Pablo, Laguna, the Philippines, in honor
of their patron Saint Paul the Hermit. It is held every first to second week of January.

 PINYA FESTIVAL
It has been said that the sweetest pineapple in the country can be found in Calauan, Laguna.
Because of that, the Municipality of Calauan adapted its official festival from its most famous
product, hence, the birth of Pinya Festival.

 SAMPAGUITA FESTIVAL
This event aims to promote tourism in San Pedro and their Sampaguita industry. Every February.

FESTIVALS IN QUEZON

 PAHIYAS FESTIVAL
Festival happens every 15th of May in the municipality of Lucban in honor of SAN ISIDRO
LABRADOR, the Patron Saint of Farmers.

 NIYOGYUGAN FESTIVAL
This festival happens every month of August at Perez Park infront of the Quezon Provincial
Capitol in Lucena City.

 MAUBANOG FESTIVAL (MAUBAN)

This festival coincides with the Mauban town fiesta every 15th of July in honor of Saint
Buenaventure, Patron Saint of Mauban. It is to showcase the locally- fermented "LAMBANOG"
and unique cuisines of the town.

DELICACIES IN REGION IV A - (CALABARZON)

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BIBINGKOY
Made of glutinuous rice stuffed with boiled mongo but instead of fried like buchi it is baked in
an old style oven then topped with coconut cream sauce with sago(tapioca) langka (jackfruit) and
kaong (sugar palms) although the last two had been omitted over the years to cut cost.

ESPASOL
It is a soft, chewy Filipino rice cake prepared with a combination of toasted glutinous rice flour
and grated green coconut that is slowly cooked in coconut milk. The mixture turns into soft,
pliable dough that is shaped into long cylinders or triangles before each cake is coated in rice
flour. 

KALDERETANG KAMBING

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It is goat meat stewed in tomato sauce. The adult goat meat, Chevon, is commonly used for this
dish. The meat is sautéed with garlic, onions, and tomatoes then stewed in tomato sauce until it
becomes tender.

Preparing goat meat requires some extra procedures compared to beef or pork. Since goat meat is
gamy, a common practice to eliminate the odor and gamy flavor is to marinate it in vinegar, salt,
and ground black pepper mixture for an hour or two before cooking.
Compared to the other Kaldereta dishes (sometimes spelled as Caldereta), Kalderetang Kambing
is considered more special. It is commonly served in special occasions such as town fiestas and
birthday parties (usually for grown-ups). It also goes well as an appetizer (pulutan) and is best
when beer is around.

LOMI
It is a type of Filipino chicken noodle soup. Compared to traditional  chicken soup, the broth
for this particular soup version is thicker. Raw egg is added to the broth making it almost
similar in texture to egg drop soup. What makes the soup even thicker is the mixture of
water and cornstarch, which is added towards the end of the cooking process.

This pancit dish originated in Lipa, Batangas back in 1968, and was invented by restaurateur To
Kim Eng. A bowl of lomi typically has thick egg noodles, pork liver, fish balls, kikiam, and quail
eggs, all swimming in a thick broth and occasionally topped with a whisked egg.

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URARÓ

These are traditional Filipino cookies originating from the Tagalog people of southern Luzon.
The cookies are traditionally made with arrowroot flour, duck egg yolks, milk, rendered lard, and
sugar. Once prepared, the mixture is baked in a traditional Filipino clay oven called a pugon, and
the resulting cookies should have a melt-in-the-mouth quality, as well as milky and buttery
flavors. 

BUKO PIE

Buko pie is a traditional Filipino dessert which consists of a flaky pie crust combined with
creamy coconut filling. It is prepared with buko, the young coconut flesh which is cooked
alongside plain or condensed milk, cream, and sugar until it transforms into a thick and creamy
custard. 

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PICHI-PICHI

It is a Filipino dessert consisting of three key ingredients: grated cassava, sugar, and water. The
concoction is steamed until it develops a firm, glutinous texture, and it is then rolled in
desiccated coconut. The dessert is especially popular during merienda, parties, and celebrations.
 

BEEF SHANK SOUP (BULALÔ)

It is a traditional Filipino soup that is prepared by cooking beef shanks and marrow bones until
the fat and collagen dissolve into the broth, resulting in a robust flavor of the dish. The soup is a
specialty of the Luzon region, where it is traditionally consumed during cold weather, when it is
usually served for dinner. 

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EVALUATION
LABORATORY EXERCISE 3- VIDEO PRESENTATION
Instruction: Create your own video presentation of cooking. Your video presentation included of
the following:
 During Preparation
Appropriate Measurement of Ingredients
Cut of vegetables/meat/spices/herbs and etc.
 During Cooking
Procedures/steps
Equipment/tools used
 Presentation of Finished Menu
Menu well-garnished and presented
Rating/Judging

Things to remember:
 You will use the internet/YouTube as your references to making of video presentation in
cooking.
 You can create one serving of the specific main dish menu in REGION IV A-
(CENTRAL LUZON).
 Your output (video presentation) will evaluate using of rubric.
 Your video presentation is the minimum of four minutes, a maximum of six minutes’
length.
 Your output (video presentation) will submit on time for the evaluation

RUBRIC IN VIDEO PRESENTATION OF COOKING

NAME OF STUDENT: __________________________________

POSSIBLE ACTUAL
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION
POINTS POINTS
(3) (5) (7) (10)
Student did Student only Student Student shows
not showed partially showed completed of
PREPARATION
the cutting showed the completely cutting and
(Cutting and
and cutting and most of measuring of 10
measuring of
measuring of measuring of cutting and ingredients as
Ingredients)
vegetables, ingredients in measuring of needed in menu.
spices, herbs menu. ingredients.
and meat.
(3) (5) (7) (10) 10
COOKING Student did Student Student Student showed

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not showed showed showed safe excellent safety

the steps and partially the practices and and behavior to
procedures of steps and behavior of follow the step
(Procedures of
the menu. procedures of the following by step
Menu)
the menu. of the steps procedures and
and appropriate tools
procedures in and equipment’s
menu. used.
(3) (5) (7) (10)
Student Student Student Student showed
showed showed showed an an attractively
needs incorporates acceptable eye well-plated as
improvement variety of eye appealing well as garnish
and lacks appealing color, shapes used and with
PRESENTATION
creativity and shapes and and some creativity proper
(Well-presented 10
evidence of some color creativity is balance plating
of Menu)
balance and variety but displayed and is balanced with
inappropriate needs used of even eye
selection of improvement. garnish is appealing flow.
garnish or appropriate for
lack of or too food items.
much.
TOTAL 30

COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES

https://www.tasteatlas.com/most-popular-dishes-in-calabarzon
https://www.slideshare.net/bokie12/region-4a-48365152
https://calabarzon3c.wordpress.com/festival_cavite/
https://www.slideshare.net/mekinglove/region4-acalabarzonfestivalstourist-spots
https://islandsphilippines.com/calabarzon/laguna/festivals.php

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