19 10 713 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Sabores de Visayas serves up its 10th edition showcasing the culinary heritage of Western Visayas Everything is happening in Iloilo City and it’s not only because it has been declared the Philippines’ first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. Over the weekend, on July 27, the 10th edition of Sabores de Visayas was held with the usual mix of nationally or internationally renowned Filipino chefs and local chefs, some of them just emerging, in the Western Visayas region. This year’s lineup of guest chefs was stellar—Kalel Chan of the Raintree Restaurant Group, Mikel Zaguirre of Locavore (and many other F&B establishments, including the Bizarre Bar), the very first Filipino Asia’s Best Female Chef (2016) Margarita Forés, Macroasia executive chef at Asian Development Bank Panky Lopez, Patrick Go of Your Local, restaurateur, TV chef, and Manila Bulletin Lifestyle columnist Sandy Daza, and Myke “Tatung” Sarthou of Lore. They worked closely with Iloilo’s chefs, established and emerging, led by Jose Wilson Esperancilla and Maridel Uygongco of Maridel’s, a goto pastry shop in Iloilo City known to have pioneered the guava cake. Sabores de Visayas is a passion project of Rafael Jardeleza Jr., otherwise known as Chef Tibong, who has been pushing Iloilo’s culture and cuisine for decades. His longtime advocacy in behalf of the culinary wonders of Iloilo was recognized alongside a Nov. 9, 2021 resolution officially declaring the city and the province as “Food Haven of the Philippines.” I’ve written before that if every province or city in the country had somebody like Tibong, we would love the Philippines more because to him doing what he does for Ilonggo food and cooking isn’t a job or a career, isn’t a business or an enterprise, it’s a life. Over the past 15 years, he has brought me only twice to his own restaurant because he would rather take me to discover what the rest of Iloilo had to offer, whether the adobo nga takway or pata ng baka in a soup at St. Martha, my favorite turo turo in the world, or the incredible pancit molo at the private dining establishment Balai Vittorio or salamukan, a flavorful soup of carabao head and innards with secret spices that will make you go oooh. On World Cities Day, Oct. 31, 2023, Iloilo City was named UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, the first in the Philippines to join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network composed then of 350 cities in over 100 countries, each shining in a certain creative field, from crafts and design to film, music, literature, and, in this case, gastronomy, a reward that Tibong, along with all the cooks and chefs and gourmands of Iloilo, plus the LGU, the farmers, fishermen, food producers and entrepreneurs, and the public markets in all the seven districts of the city, is now reaping from what they have consistently, untiringly planted. Sabores de Visayas, which started way back at Casa Real with only Tibong and two special guests, restaurateur and food writer Angelo Comsti and Margarita Fores, collaborating with a group Tibong calls “kusineros Ilonggo,” has gone a long way and no less than the country’s foremost chefs have participated, including Chele Gonzalez, Francis Lim, Kevin Navoa, Jorge Mendez, Josh Boutwood, and Thirdy Dolatre. Most of the editions were held in such a majestic location, the Lopez Heritage House, a Beaux-Arts style mansion built in 1938, more popularly referred to as Nelly Garden. This year, however, due to inclement weather, it was held at the ballroom of a hotel unfamiliar to me, not majestic at all, but well it’s the food that counts. And the food did count, a 50-hands dinner buffet, in fact a degustacion in steroids, highlighting Iloilo’s culinary heritage. Here are some of the highlights. Kalel Chan and Chef Kieth Bianson, sous chef at Hotel del Rio, collaborated on the callos, lengua con setas with vino tinto, and paella Negra with chipirones. Working with Mai Mai Lechon, Margarita Forés came up with Lechon de Cerveza Negra served with Capiz puśo sa buri or rice prepared with tuba, then wrapped in woven buri leaves in which it was steamed. Mikel Zaguirre and Aimee TiuVillanueva presented a selection of starters and salads, featuring langka, ampalaya with green mango, puso ng saging, salted egg with eggplant, salted egg with shrimp kinilaw, pulpo with dragon fruit and kamote kinilaw, and kinilaw na tanigue with pomelo. Myke Tatung and Chef Jeff Ticao manned the grill and offered an assortment of what they called “tusoktusok,” featuring barbeques of chicken inasal, kuwaho or beef rectum, atay kag batikulon sang manok or chicken liver and gizzard, shrimp and squid in sinamak sa tuba, buri, and nipa. Panky Lopez partnered with Breakthrough, the go-to restaurant in Villa Arevalo, to do this year’s roasted karnero or lamb flavored with tanglad, batwan, and libas au jus. Sandy Daza worked closely with Paul Aligaen of Belmont Hotel Boracay on the ribeye steak and beef tenderloin gravy infused with tabagak or salted fish, tablea tsokolate, and Emperador brandy. The Richmonde Hotel culinary team, led by executive chef Ariel Castañeda, served up a delectable yet healthy surprise—the vegan isaw, made of inadobo na takway, adobo Ilonggo au jus, dehydrated mushroom chicharon, and dehydrated onion and garlic peels. At this station, there was kalokalo stuffed chicken inasal wings with native sauce, as well as a Sampaguita pizza bar with toppings like sampaguita smoked salmon, sampaguita chorizo Ilonggo, sampaguita carabao’s cheese, roasted sampaguita salt, and sampaguita honey. Also among the highlights were OJ Salazar’s jamon with smoked pineapple glaze and the three comfort soups—pancit Molo, lina-ga nga kasudlan sang baka, and linatik with shrimp and water chestnuts— by Karl Hibionada, Raffy Hibionada, and Paul Frias. As for breads, the basket of baguettes and croissants, kouign amann, focaccia, cinnamon cronut, and many others was a hit, courtesy of Theo’s led by pastry chef Herman Wuthrich Buboy. And no Iloilo meal is complete, especially if it’s Sabores, without the concoctions of Maridel Uygongco, whose offerings this year included pineapple maja, gulaman kape in Kahlua sauce, pandan fruit salad, and guinataan halo halo, along with her premium desserts of ube trois, mango buttercream, potato praline cake, and iba and walnut meringue. Too bad, the weather has not been kind to the guava trees, which did not bear enough fruits this season. I always look forward to Maridel’s famous guava cake! The 10th edition of Sabores de Visayas was a gem of a milestone in the still unraveling trove of gustatory and culinary treasures in Iloilo. Too bad, my constant Sabores buddies like Linamnam chef Don Baldosano were not with me, but I am particularly happy to have dragged my friends, Philippine Airlines president Stanley Ng and ultimate foodie and food expert Pepper Teehankee with me this time, who both survived, like I did, the ordeal of eating every 15 minutes across Iloilo City and emerged from the ordeal a lover of Iloilo like me. It was also a great pleasure to reunite with Richmonde Hotel Iloilo GM and Iloilo MICE Alliance head Nat Lim and Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. president and Iloilo Convention Center COO Allan Tan, who were instrumental in making this and some of the previous editions of Sabores de Visayas a huge success, along with the Department of Tourism—Region 6, Philippine Airlines, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, MORE Power, Iloilo Business Park of Megaworld, La Filipina Uy Gongko Group, The Manila Bulletin, and Manila Bulletin Lifestyle. Citation Citation of the article Patawaran, AA. (2024, August 1,) A 50-hands dinner in Iloilo, UNESCO creative City of Gastronomy Manila Bulletin, B10 & B9. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A 50-hands dinner in Iloilo, UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy Description An account of the resource Over the weekend, on July 27, the 10th edition of Sabores de Visayas was held with the usual mix of nationally or internationally renowned Filipino chefs and local chefs, some of them just emerging, in the Western Visayas region. This year’s lineup of guest chefs was stellar—Kalel Chan of the Raintree Restaurant Group, Mikel Zaguirre of Locavore (and many other F&B establishments, including the Bizarre Bar), the very first Filipino Asia’s Best Female Chef (2016) Margarita Forés, Macroasia executive chef at Asian Development Bank Panky Lopez, Patrick Go of Your Local, restaurateur, TV chef, and Manila Bulletin Lifestyle columnist Sandy Daza, and Myke “Tatung” Sarthou of Lore. They worked closely with Iloilo’s chefs, established and emerging, led by Jose Wilson Esperancilla and Maridel Uygongco of Maridel’s, a goto pastry shop in Iloilo City known to have pioneered the guava cake. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Patawaran, AA Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://mb.com.ph/2024/7/31/a-50-hands-dinner-in-iloilo-unesco-creative-city-of-gastronomy">Manila Bulletin</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 1, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Food festivals Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document A week of aromatic delights has concluded as the Iloilo Coffee Festival 2024 wrapped up at the Iloilo Convention Center. The event began on July 25 with an opening program that welcomed brewers and coffee enthusiasts to Iloilo City. On July 26, the Istorya Kape series featured talks on farming and marketing techniques, bringing together businesspeople, cooperatives, local government units, and investors to share their insights. The Coffee Brewdown on July 27 saw dozens of baristas competing with their secret recipes. Congratulations to the winners: Mark Kelvin Villa (Homebrewer) Ariel Christian Sejera (Cafe Cielli) Asiel Floner Dec Fernandez (Barista Mama) Coffee artistry was also showcased at the Latte Art Competition 2024, with winners in two categories: Beginners Round: 1st Place: John Anthony Prieto 2nd Place: John Mar Malfarta 3rd Place: Richard Aurelio Experts Round: 1st Place: Karl Aguilos 2nd Place: Mark Verzoza 3rd Place: John Anthony Prieto On July 28, Manu Reyes delivered a talk on Soulful Coffee Shop Branding, discussing how to create a unique and authentic coffee shop experience. As the festival came to a close, participants and visitors looked forward to the next year’s event, celebrating the rich coffee culture of Iloilo. Citation Citation of the article (2024, August 1) Iloilo Coffee Festival celebrates local brew. Daily Guardian, 10 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo Coffee Festival celebrates local brew Description An account of the resource A week of aromatic delights has concluded as the Iloilo Coffee Festival 2024 wrapped up at the Iloilo Convention Center. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://dailyguardian.com.ph/iloilo-coffee-festival-celebrates-local-brew/#google_vignette" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daily Guardian</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Daily Guardian Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 01, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Festivals Coffee industry Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document The province of Iloilo hosted its inaugural Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Summit on July 31 at the Pototan Astrodome, highlighting advanced disaster management technologies and showcasing Iloilo’s commitment to enhancing disaster preparedness and response capabilities. Themed “Together Towards Resilience: Empowering Iloilo for a Robust and Progressive Tomorrow,” the summit gathered DRRM officers from 42 municipalities and the city of Passi, alongside emergency responders and volunteer groups. Organized by the Iloilo Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), the event aimed to enhance disaster preparedness and response capabilities. The summit featured an exhibit where each municipality displayed its disaster response equipment and innovations. Various DRRM assets, resources, and technological advancements were showcased, while communication networks among local government units (LGUs) were strengthened. “This is the first Provincial DRRM Summit we’ve conducted, and we are overwhelmed by the support of our MDRRMOs and other respective agencies. This is a singular act of unity and a higher level of collaboration. We want to create awareness among the people that DRRM offices are here to provide necessary assistance during disasters,” said PDRRMO chief Cornelio Salinas. In attendance were Governor Arthur Defensor Jr., Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Undersecretary Serafin P. Barreto Jr., DILG-6 Director Juan Jovian Ingeniero, Office of Civil Defense (OCD)-6 Director Raul Fernandez, Pototan Mayor Rafael Enrique Lazaro, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)-6 Director Ralph Joseph Moncatar, and other key stakeholders. Usec Barreto, who served as the keynote speaker, praised the Iloilo provincial government, under the governor’s leadership, for its innovations and best practices in disaster response and management. “Through this gathering, we can share insights, strategies, and best practices, reinforcing our collective commitment to safeguarding our communities. Iloilo has demonstrated exceptional foresight in dealing with disasters,” Barreto said. He emphasized that the DILG stands firmly behind Iloilo’s initiatives and efforts in building a more resilient, well-prepared, and sustainable community. Meanwhile, Gov. Defensor underscored the urgency of a development approach to address disasters and other emergencies. He cited the institutionalization of the Provincial Civil Defense Service of Iloilo (ProCiD Serv Iloilo) as a comprehensive system to handle various emergencies, including climate change, insurgency, and public safety. “We use our approach in DRRM in working for other concerns and threats that we are facing here in the province of Iloilo and the rest of the country. Moving forward, that is the direction that DRRM is giving us. Urgent development – we develop these areas and we address those problems that usually pertain to the fundamentals,” he said. In line with disaster preparedness, the provincial government distributed P1 million in financial aid to all 43 LGUs to mitigate the effects of the El Niño phenomenon and support the “Tanum Iloilo” tree-planting project. Additionally, communication devices and portable generating systems were provided to promote renewable energy use. The municipality of San Enrique received P1.5 million for disaster tools, while Tigbauan received P5 million for constructing a Civil Defense Operations Hub. “This summit is a gathering of force and an opportunity to strengthen collaboration with stakeholders,” the governor added. DICT-6 Director Moncatar emphasized the importance of innovation and proactive planning. “Let us embrace innovation, collaboration, and proactive planning to mitigate risks and strengthen our collective defenses against natural disasters and unforeseen calamities,” he said. OCD-6 Director Fernandez highlighted the summit’s role in building a resilient future, emphasizing that “by coming together to showcase our assets, share our knowledge, and strengthen our community networks, we are building a strong foundation for a more resilient future.” The event also included a caravan and the unveiling of IEC materials. Citation Citation of the article Oladive, M. A. (2024, August 02). Iloilo DRRM Summit showcases disaster tech. Daily Guardian, 2-11. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo DRRM Summit showcases disaster tech Description An account of the resource The province of Iloilo hosted its inaugural Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Summit on July 31 at the Pototan Astrodome, highlighting advanced disaster management technologies and showcasing Iloilo’s commitment to enhancing disaster preparedness and response capabilities. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Oladive, Mariela Angella Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://dailyguardian.com.ph/iloilo-drrm-summit-showcases-disaster-techxxx/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daily Guardian</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Daily Guardian Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 02, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Emergency management Pototan Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document SC: MORE POWER EXPANSION VALID; ‘Electric cooperatives don’t have exclusive franchises’ By Panay News -Friday, August 2, 2024 Line warriors of MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) conduct maintenance works on its service lines in Barangay San Rafael, Mandurriao, Iloilo City. MORE POWER PHOTO Line warriors of MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) conduct maintenance works on its service lines in Barangay San Rafael, Mandurriao, Iloilo City. MORE POWER PHOTO BY GEROME DALIPE IV ILOILO City – The Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the franchise expansion of MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) in Iloilo, saying that electric cooperatives do not have a constitutional right to an exclusive franchise within their coverage areas. In an en banc decision dated July 30, the tribunal dismissed the petition of Iloilo Electric Cooperative, Inc. I, II, and III, which questioned the validity of Republic Act No. (RA) 11918, the law that allows MORE Power franchise into several towns in Iloilo province. “A franchise, as a privilege granted by the state, is not the exclusive private property of the franchisee. Thus, it must yield to serve the common good, as determined by Congress,” read the SC decision penned by Associate Justice Rodil V. Zalameda. The recent high court ruling means that MORE Power can now expand its service areas to the towns of Alimodian, Anilao, Banate, Barotac Nuevo, Dingle, Dueñas, Dumangas, Leganes, Leon, New Lucena, Pavia, San Enrique, San Miguel, Santa Barbara, Zarraga, and the component city of Passi. These areas are currently being served by the Iloilo Electric Cooperative (ILECO) I, II, and III. ILECOs hold franchise certificates to operate electric light and power services in the above municipalities in the province of Iloilo and Passi City. MORE Power initially held a franchise to operate in Iloilo City until the passage of RA 11918, which in effect, expanded its franchise to include 15 municipalities and one component city previously within ILECO’s exclusive franchise area. ILECOs earlier filed a petition for certiorari and prohibition with prayer for the issuance of a temporary restraining order and writ of preliminary injunction before the Supreme Court. They questioned the validity of Section 1 of RA 11918 for alleged violation of their rights to exclusive franchises, due process, non-impairment of contracts, and equal protection. In dismissing the petition, the high court ruled that Section 11, Article XII of the Constitution prohibits exclusive franchises. The tribunal stressed that a franchise, as a privilege granted by the state, is not the exclusive private property of the franchisee. In the case of MORE Power, the high court pointed out that Congress enacted RA 11918 to make electricity more affordable for the people of Iloilo province. Congress determined that expanding MORE’s franchise would promote healthy competition since MORE was capable of offering lower energy rates, the tribunal said. “Without competition, ILECOs can easily dictate the price of electricity. Allowing the entry of another player thus benefits consumers, who no longer have to wait until ILECOs’ franchises expire in 2029, 2039, and 2053. This is under the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA), which encourages competition in the electricity industry,” the SC said. It added that contract rights must give way to the broader authority of the state’s police power when exercised for the general welfare, as in this case. In this case, the tribunal ruled that ILECOs failed to show how RA 11918 affected their contracts with their suppliers. “Neither does RA 11918 give preferential treatment in favor of MORE. As a new franchise holder, MORE is not similarly situated with other utilities that already have existing and functioning distribution systems,” the SC held. Hence, the high court added the powers granted to MORE Power are needed to ensure it can provide an uninterrupted supply of electricity to its covered areas. During the passage of RA 11918, MORE Power President Roel Castro was quoted as saying that their expansion plans were already in place even before RA 11918 became law. Castro said that MORE Power already extended their primary lines to the boundary of Iloilo City and Pavia town, the target jump-off point for the expansion. The Megaworld substation in Mandurriao district will serve as the main supply point for Pavia due to its proximity to the town. Castro projected the expansion would take four to five years before they could complete the expansion to all 15 towns. He noted their initial investments in the expansion between P2 billion and P2.5 billion. He said they are willing to work with ILECO I, II, and III during the expansion “for the welfare of consumers” and would leave it to consumers to choose their preferred power distribution utility./PN Citation Citation of the article Dalipe, G. (2024, August 2). SC: MORE Power expansion valid; ; ‘Electric cooperatives don’t have exclusive franchises’. Panay News, 1-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource SC: MORE Power expansion valid; ‘Electric cooperatives don’t have exclusive franchises’ Description An account of the resource ILOILO City – The Supreme Court has upheld the validity of the franchise expansion of MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) in Iloilo, saying that electric cooperatives do not have a constitutional right to an exclusive franchise within their coverage areas. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dalipe, Gerome Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/sc-more-power-expansion-valid-electric-cooperatives-dont-have-exclusive-franchises/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 2, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Electric industries MORE Power Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Razalan now full-fledged Iloilo prov’l police director By Panay News -Friday, August 2, 2024 RAZALAN RAZALAN BY NYARIKA DOMANAIS ILOILO – Police Colonel Bayani Razalan is now a full-fledged director of the Iloilo Police Provinciallice Office (IPPO). He had been serving as IPPO head in an acting capacity since April 19, 2024 following the exit of Police Colonel Ronaldo Palomo who served for over a year. The decision of Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. to make Razalan a full-fledged director was announced early evening on July 31. There were two other nominees – Colonel Giovanni Musico of the Police Regional Office 6’s (PRO-6) Regional Intelligence Division and Colonel Ferdinand Navales of the Regional Headquarters Support Group. As acting IPPO director for some 100 days, Razalan spearheaded numerous anticrime operations which led to, among others, the confiscation of 3,937 grams of shabu valued at over P26.7 million, and arrest of 147 drug traffickers, including 28 high-value targets. The IPPO also successfully executed 343 manhunt operations under Razalan’s command, which resulted in the capture of 345 fugitives, including 67 of the province’s most wanted. In addition to antidrug efforts, Razalan’s leadership saw effective enforcement against illegal fishing activities, with 261 illegal fishers apprehended and 132 fishing boats impounded across 102 operations. The operations also led to the seizure of P418,338 worth of illegally caught fish. The IPPO’s crackdown on illegal quarrying saw 116 violators apprehended and several delivery trucks impounded from 108 enforcement operations. Moreover, the campaign against illegal gambling resulted in 70 arrests and the confiscation of P41,014 in bet money. Furthermore, the drive to confiscate loose firearms yielded 201 firearms, with 150 voluntarily surrendered by owners, 17 with expired documents deposited at police stations, and 34 confiscated during operations that also saw 35 individuals arrested. Governor Defensor expressed confidence in Razalan’s capabilities and anticipates further successes in maintaining law and order in the region under his leadership./PN Citation Citation of the article Domanais, N. (2024, August 2). Razalan now full-fledged Iloilo prov’l police director. Panay News, 3. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Razalan now full-fledged Iloilo prov’l police director Description An account of the resource ILOILO – Police Colonel Bayani Razalan is now a full-fledged director of the Iloilo Police Provinciallice Office (IPPO). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Domanais, Nyarica Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/razalan-now-full-fledged-iloilo-provl-police-director/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 2, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Police Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Ilongga chocolatier shines at tablea tilt with Dinagyang-inspired entry Description An account of the resource Stephanie Gulmatico, owner of Doc’s Haven Food Products in Iloilo, showcased her unique tablea creation at the 1st Philippine Flavored Tablea Competition on July 29, 2024, held at the Waterfront Hotel in Lahug, Cebu City. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://dailyguardian.com.ph/ilongga-chocolatier-shines-at-tablea-tilt-with-dinagyang-inspired-entry/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daily Guardian</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Daily Inquirer Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource July 31, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Ilongga chocolatier shines at tablea tilt with Dinagyang-inspired entry July 31, 2024 Stephanie poses with her “Dinagyang” inspired tablea drink, highlighting the unique cacao-based decoration. Stephanie Gulmatico, owner of Doc’s Haven Food Products in Iloilo, showcased her unique tablea creation at the 1st Philippine Flavored Tablea Competition on July 29, 2024, held at the Waterfront Hotel in Lahug, Cebu City. Gulmatico’s entry, “Inspired by the Dinagyang Festival,” featured a distinctive twist with lemon as a main ingredient, served in a bamboo cup. The competition, which highlighted various types and flavored local tablea, saw 25 entries from across the nation. Gulmatico credits her success to the support and training provided by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Iloilo. As an alumna of the Kapatid Mentor Me Program, she benefited from coaching and mentoring on different aspects of business operations. Additionally, she completed modules on Product Development for Cacao-based products and Training on Cacao Production Technology through DTI. “DTI Iloilo has been instrumental in my journey. The training and support have empowered me to refine my products and expand my network through the Iloilo Provincial Cacao Council. This competition is just the beginning for me,” said Gulmatico. The Flavored Tablea Competition was presented by the Philippine Cacao Industry Association (PCIA), the Philippine Cacao Industry Council (PCIC), the Department of Tourism, and the Pastry Alliance of the Philippines. Gulmatico is also the proud owner of SOGNAREPH, an artisanal chocolate brand offering a variety of fine chocolates, including Rocher Con Barquillo, Gianduiotti, Coffee Trifecta, and various percentages of Dark Chocolate, as well as Milk Chocolate, Vegan Milk Chocolate, Salty Pistachio with Tultul Salt, and chocolate salami. Her products are available at Café Del Prado at Hotel Del Rio Iloilo, her residence in Pueblo Concepcion Mandurriao, or through their Facebook page, Sognareph.ilo. Subject The topic of the resource Chocolate Chocolate industry Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Barangay Nutrition Scholars at the forefront of malnutrition battle in Iloilo By Ime Sornito -Friday, August 2, 2024 Photo courtesy of Balita Halin sa Kapitolyo ILOILO – The National Nutrition Council (NNC) has called upon Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) to intensify their efforts in implementing the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN) for the years 2023-2028 in a significant push towards combating malnutrition in this province. Dr. Azucena Dayanghirang, the assistant secretary and executive director of NNC, said BNS are key in the local implementation of nutrition programs. She spoke at the 2nd BNS Convention held on Thursday morning, August 1, in Iloilo City. “The implementation of the PPAN from the national down to the barangay level is crucial for our province’s progress. Each BNS plays a critical role in ensuring the success of these nutrition initiatives,” said Dayanghirang. PPAN 2023-2028 is a strategic, multi-sectoral, multi-level and directional plan to address all forms of malnutrition and also a framework for action and guide for government’s commitment in addressing food and nutrition security challenges. The convention, themed “BNS: Bayani ng Nutrisyon at Serbisyo, Bida sa Pagsulong ng PPAN tungo sa MoRProGRes ILOILO,” saw the participation of around 1,300 nutrition scholars from various barangays. The BNS are tasked with a range of responsibilities, from conducting regular monitoring and evaluation activities like Operation Timbang Plus, to nutrition advocacy and awareness campaigns. These activities are fundamental in ensuring effective community response to malnutrition. Dr. Maria Socorro Colmenares-Quiñon, under whose leadership the convention was organized by the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO), reiterated the commitment of local government units to support the BNS. “Our nutrition scholars are instrumental in our fight against malnutrition. They are the frontlines, bringing essential nutrition services directly to the people who need them the most,” she said. The convention also addressed the multi-sectoral approach required to tackle malnutrition, calling for enhanced collaboration among local government units, healthcare providers, and community leaders to prioritize nutrition and health. Highlighting the broader impact of the BNS’s work, Dayanghirang outlined various PPAN interventions planned for the next five years, including the establishment of community food gardens, improvement of maternal health services, and social behavior change programs for nutritional education across all age groups. This initiative is in line with the provincial government’s “MoRProGRes Iloilo” development mantra, which aims to uplift the overall health and wellbeing of the Iloilo community through strategic, integrated, and community-focused nutrition actions. PPAN Interventions to Combat Malnutrition Dayanghirang outlined a comprehensive suite of interventions under the PPAN aimed at addressing malnutrition across various provinces including Negros Occidental, Iloilo, and Antique. The PPAN framework focuses on four key areas: healthier diets, better practices, improved access to quality services, and an enabling environment. These interventions are designed to promote healthier diets through increased availability, accessibility, and affordability of nutritious foods. Key strategies include the establishment and maintenance of food gardens in schools, communities, and workplaces; completion of farm-to-market roads; enhancement of market infrastructures; and the implementation of the KADIWA program, which ensures food availability at affordable prices especially in low-income communities. Additional measures involve dietary supplementation, food stamps or cash transfers, food fortification, and strict monitoring of the Philippine Milk Code (EO 51). In terms of adopting better nutritional practices, the NNC encourages the adoption of behaviors that contribute to optimal health and well-being. This includes comprehensive maternal health packages, promotion and counseling for infant and young child feeding, community support for breastfeeding, and integrated social behavior change programs targeting various demographic groups from infants to older adults. To improve access to quality services, the plan integrates maternal and child health services with nutrition services in schools and community settings. Initiatives also cover growth monitoring, adolescent health programs, family development sessions, and the management of acute malnutrition among older adults. Creating an enabling environment is another critical aspect of the PPAN. This involves establishing and utilizing an integrated data management system for health, food security, nutrition, and social protection to inform decision-making. Regular monitoring and impact assessment of food and nutrition security policies are also emphasized to ensure their effectiveness. Furthermore, the NNC aims to increase the capacity and incentives for personnel delivering multi-sectoral nutrition interventions and secure adequate financing for these programs./PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 2). Barangay Nutrition Scholars at the forefront of malnutrition battle in Iloilo. Panay News, 2&14. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Barangay Nutrition Scholars at the forefront of malnutrition battle in Iloilo Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The National Nutrition Council (NNC) has called upon Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNS) to intensify their efforts in implementing the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN) for the years 2023-2028 in a significant push towards combating malnutrition in this province. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/barangay-nutrition-scholars-at-the-forefront-of-malnutrition-battle-in-iloilo/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 2, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Malnutrition Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Cinemalaya 2024 entry ‘Tumandok’ aims to help Ati community reclaim ancestral lands MANILA, Philippines — Through the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2024 entry “Tumandok,” directors Richard Jeroui Salvadico and Arlie Sweet Sumagaysay are hoping to help the Ati community in Iloilo province in securing their Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT). The 88-minute documentary-fiction reveals the struggles of Ati people in Sitio Karabangkalan in Barotac Viejo, Iloilo in reclaiming their ancestral lands. Featuring an all-Ati non-professional acting ensemble, speaking in their own language Inati, “Tumandok” seeks to support the community in securing their ancestral domain through screening proceeds. “Aside from starting to believe that not every lowlander has ill intentions for them, I think through ‘Tumandok,’ the community, and their concerns are now starting to get noticed. When we went to NCIP (National Commission for Indigenous Peoples), they were told that in 2025 they might be one of the few communities that will be considered for funding,” Sumagaysay shared to The STAR in an e-mail interview. Apart from telling the story of the Ati community in Sitio Karabangkalan in Barotac Viejo, Iloilo, the Cinemalaya 2024 entry ‘Tumandok’ also aims to help them secure their ancestral lands titles through screening proceeds. But it will still take time, she acknowledged. “Along with the pre-production, we have also successfully aided the community in processing their papers as an association, processing the official chieftainship of their chieftain, and aiding their application for their community-based forest management under DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources). “We hope that through the donations and the percentage that they will get from the profit of the film, they will be able to process their CADT and make a road for the community so they won’t have to pass by private lands just to reach the town.” “Tumandok” was inspired by the life story of En-en, the daughter of the chieftain who does the task of processing their Certificate of Ancestral Domain Claim (CADC). While writing the script and doing the field work, the filmmakers encountered other stories of struggles from different Ati communities in the region. So with the guidance of filmmaker Arden Rod Condez (one of the executive producers), they decided to incorporate the accounts of other Ati communities in the film. They have been working with and immersing in different Ati communities since 2017 and the story of En-en stood out while they were doing cultural mapping in 2019. “We also went to NCIP to straighten our facts and there, we discovered that the tribe needed P500, 000 to P1 million to fast-track the processing of their CADT. We aren’t millionaires nor do we have the right connections to make such an amount. So, we decided to use our privilege to be able to make films for a higher purpose and use the power of cinema and Cinemalaya to reach out to potential sponsors and to shed light on the stories of the community.” Sumagaysay reiterated that apart from telling the battles of the indigenous people, they likewise aim to help them secure their CADT. “We hope viewers see that the story of the community is not just a narrative of the past but a living, breathing testament to the ongoing battle for justice and recognition,” she asserted. “Showcasing the real stories and struggles of the Ati community can make people see the reality of the Ati community and their strength and perseverance despite the challenges that they are facing. We hope people will appreciate them more as individuals and as a people. But more than their resilience, we need to SEE the NEED for us to help them.” Salvadico and Sumagaysay felt honored to be debuting their full-length film at the 20th edition of Cinemalaya. The Iloilo-based directors previously helmed the short films “Dribol,” “Chok,” “Gulut-anon nga Dulut,” and “Utwas,” which gained recognition in various local film festivals. In 2022, their short film “Mga Handum nga Nasulat sa Baras” earned the Audience Choice Award at Cinemalaya 18, bagged the Best Film at Sine Halaga 2, and was recognized by the Society of Filipino Film Critics. They were also finalists for Netflix’s Indiegenius Program in 2023. The Cinemalaya 20 will run until Aug. 11 at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Greenbelt, Trinoma, U.P. Town Center, and Market! Market! cinemas. For a full list of screening schedules, visit Cultural Center of the Philippines and Cinemalaya official social media pages. Tickets are available at the Ayala Malls Cinema Ticket Booth or go to sureseats.com. Citation Citation of the article Pagulong, Charmie Joy. August 5, 2024. Cinemalaya 2024 entry ‘Tumandok’ aims to help Ati community reclaim ancestral lands. The Philippine Star, c1. 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Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Pagulong, Charmie Joy Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2024/08/05/2375409/cinemalaya-2024-entry-tumandok-aims-help-ati-community-reclaim-ancestral-lands" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Philippine Star</a>The Philippine Star Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available The Philippine Star Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 5, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Indigenous films Cinemalaya Aeta (Philippine people) Ilonggo films Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Youth ‘peer helpers’ cited for outstanding contributions and academic excellence By Ime Sornito -Tuesday, August 6, 2024 SUPERIO SUPERIO ILOILO – The provincial government, through its Provincial Population Office (PPO), recognized 31 youth peer helpers for their outstanding contributions to teen centers and academic excellence at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol on August 5. PPO chief Atty. Ruel Von Superio acknowledged the role played by the peer helpers, noting their assistance in the operations of school-based multi-purpose teen centers, particularly in peer helping and advocacy activities within their schools. Hyke Maybay, a peer helper from Tigbauan who graduated Summa Cum Laude (Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics) from the University of the Philippines Visayas, expressed his gratitude for the recognition from the provincial government. “To the Iloilo Provincial Population Office and the Iloilo Provincial Government , thank you for giving me and my fellow peer helpers this opportunity to be part of our province’s Adolescent Health and Youth Development Program,” said Maybay. The 31 peer helpers are the following: 1. Hyke J. Maybay – Summa Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics, University of the Philippines – Visayas (UPV) 2. John Kyle T. Tumagan – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Biology, West Visayas State University (WVSU) 3. Jessa Mae S. Darullo – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Central Philippine University (CPU) 4. Ian P. Haro – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Secondary Education – Major in Mathematics, Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT-U) 5. Lenelle Dawn Pinuela – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management – Major in Culinary Arts, ISAT-U 6. Jesrel Ann D. Biarca – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Technical Vocational Teacher Education, ISAT-U 7. Rolen T. Lopez – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Technical Vocational Teacher Education – Major in Food and Service Management, ISAT-U 8. Michelle S. Poticar – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Secondary Education, WVSU 9. Leziel Joy P. Lozada – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Special Needs Education – Generalist, WVSU 10. Arienne Isabel T. Salvador – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, WVSU 11. Ramina P. Escalera – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, CPU 12. Eugene S. Alonzo – Academic Merit Award, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, ISAT-U 13. Harris Lloyd F. Betinala – Academic Awardee, Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology, Iloilo Doctors College (IDC) 14. Alyson Grace S. Slaga – Excellence, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, WVSU 15. Marianne Alexa P. Saban – Outstanding Leadership, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of San Agustin (USA) 16. Klynne Eduard M. Ducasi – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, CPU 17. Pedro Pelonia Jr. – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Arts in Broadcasting, WVSU 18. Riza Joyce T. Dela Cruz – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Secondary Education, WVSU 19. Hercloyd M. Malones – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Forestry, WVSU 20. Mae M. Sta Romana – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, ISAT- 21. Erica Ellyn P. Gener – Bronze Awardee, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, WVSU 22. Zett Carl D. Grande – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, WVSU 23. Reymark Gil – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science, WVSU 24. Joan O. Hermosa – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, CPU 25. Jocelle Patricio Rayo – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science and Tourism and Management, Northern Iloilo State University (NISU) – Estancia Campus 26. John Alfred B. Ciriaco – Academic Distinction, Bachelor of Arts in English Language, NISU – Estancia Campus 27. Armie C. Santuyo – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, CPU 28. Lourenie V. Po – Highest Distinction, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Western Institute of Technology (WIT) 29. John Dean G. Rogales – Cum Laude, Bachelor of Culture and Arts Education, WVSU 30. Dave T. Andonaque – Magna Cum Laude, Bachelor of Secondary Education, NISU – Estancia Campus 31. Renzry C. Mirallosa – Summa Cum Laude, Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies, College of Arts and Sciences, WVSU. (With a report from Capitol News)/PN Citation Citation of the article Sornito, I. (2024, August 6). Youth ‘peer helpers’ cited for outstanding contributions and academic excellence. Panay News, 3&15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Youth ‘peer helpers’ cited for outstanding contributions and academic excellence Description An account of the resource ILOILO – The provincial government, through its Provincial Population Office (PPO), recognized 31 youth peer helpers for their outstanding contributions to teen centers and academic excellence at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol on August 5. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Sornito, Ime Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://www.panaynews.net/youth-peer-helpers-cited-for-outstanding-contributions-and-academic-excellence/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Panay News</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Panay News Incorporated Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource August 6, 2024 Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Article Subject The topic of the resource Youth Iloilo Provincial Population Office Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Iloilo News Archive Description An account of the resource News, old and new, about Iloilo Province Subject The topic of the resource Iloilo Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document JORDAN, GUIMARAS, Philippines — In the coastal village of Hoskyn in the heart of this town in Guimaras, a family has been trying to keep a century-old practice of producing artisanal salt alive. Shirley “Nenen” Padojenog, 65, is one of the few people who have mastered the art of making “tultul,” a block of artisanal salt, also locally known as “dukduk,” made from the ashes of driftwood that have been soaked and boiled in seawater and coconut milk. The legacy of tultul-making dates back to the late 1890s when Padojenog’s grandfather, Semion Ganila, concocted it to provide for his poor family. In those days, Guimaras only had a handful of houses, thus opportunities for livelihood were scarce. Padojenog could not recall how her grandfather came up with the recipe except that he used what was abundant in the area—coconut and seawater. She said the final recipe for tultul was a product of trial and error before her grandfather was satisfied with its taste, especially when paired with rice. Tultul was used to exchange for essentials like bananas, fruits and other crops. This age-old trade, rooted in the quest for survival, laid down the foundation for a tradition that would span generations. Padojenog was only 10 when she learned how to make tultul through her father after Ganila passed it down to his children. When her father died at the age of 55, Padojenog carried on the tradition along with her uncle, Sarafin Ganila, and cousin, Jomar Ganila. Jomar, however, had stopped making tultul a few years back due to his asthma. His children did not take the craft as they were busy with other jobs. Lull Padojenog’s family, however, was forced to stop making tultul in 2014 when her eldest son, Cherald, decided to focus on their travel and tour business following the influx of tourists to Guimaras. But tourism took a nose-dive in 2020 when travel restrictions were imposed to stop the spread of COVID-19. Guimaras also suffered from an oil spill in 2020 from a damaged power barge that was anchored off Iloilo. It was a harsh time for Padojenog who had to resort to scavenging to support her 10 children. Padojenog, who is separated from her husband, decided to revive their tultul business, hoping that it would help her family as it had done so with her grandfather in the past. She also needed additional income especially that her youngest child would be entering college at Guimaras State University. The year 2021 marked a return of the Padojenog family to tultul production. But it was not easy. Some neighbors, unfamiliar with the family’s link with the artisanal salt, raised concerns about the constant smoke generated during the almost 16-hour salt-making process. READY FOR MARKET Shirley Padojenog says ash from burnt driftwood is soaked and filtered to create a concentrated brine, which is later boiled to produce the artisanal salt called “tultul” or “dukduk.” READY FOR MARKET Shirley Padojenog says ash from burnt driftwood is soaked and filtered to create a concentrated brine, which is later boiled to produce the artisanal salt called “tultul” or “dukduk.” —Ruchelle Denice Demaisip From nature to table Because of the complaints, the Padojenogs made the tough decision to relocate, ensuring they could pursue the backyard business without interruptions. The Padojenogs have become used to an early morning routine, where family members are already up by 2 a.m. The process begins with a selective gathering of “dagsa” or driftwood that has been soaked in saltwater. While driftwood is abundant in Jordan, the Padojenogs get only what they need to ensure that this important raw material will not be depleted. Driftwood and cooking pans are replaced frequently to ensure the salt maintains its distinct grayish-white color, a hallmark of their traditional method. Collected driftwood pieces are burned and its ashes gathered and placed inside bamboo baskets known as “kaing.” Seawater is poured over the ash before the mixture is strained. The strained water is then collected in containers beneath the baskets. The process is repeated multiple times to create a hyperconcentrated solution. Some of the strained water are mixed with coconut milk (“gata”) to add flavor. The mixture is then poured into a cooking pan where it is slowly cooked for several hours. As the mixture evaporates due to intense heat, a small amount of the remaining strained water from the kaing is added. The process, although slow, gradually forms salt lumps, or tultul. The family shells out P15,000 in capital for a batch of Tultul but gets P30,000 in net profit. A tray of tultul is cut into 16 pieces—about the size of a bar of soap—which the family sells for P150 each. The family usually makes tultul once or twice a week, depending on the demand. A block of tultul is portionedand packed in small pieces, the size of a bar of soap, so these can be sold for ₱150 apiece. A block of tultul is portioned and packed in small pieces, the size of a bar of soap, so these can be sold for ₱150 apiece. —Nico Lopez Word-of-mouth The Padojenog family doesn’t want to limit their product to the local market. Cherald’s travel and tours business has paved the way for international interest in their products. His foreign customers began purchasing his products in large quantities after initially buying a handful of tultul. Impressed by the quality and taste of tultul, they later asked for more. The Padojenogs rely on the positive word-of-mouth generated by their satisfied customers, allowing their business to reach new markets and audiences around the globe. Cherald is already seeking advice from the Department of Trade and Industry for a standard packaging, aiming to bring the family product to a wider client base. There is uncertainty as Padojenog still does not know if any of her 18 grandchildren is willing to continue the family legacy. But Padojenog and her children are hopeful that younger family members will develop a deep and unwavering passion for salt-making. “My grandchildren love making tultul with me; they can’t wait to start [helping around] after school. We have to be careful, though, because it gets really hot [in the production area], and we don’t want them to get scalded,” Padojenog said. Subscribe to our daily newsletter Citation Citation of the article Demaisip, R.D. (2024, August 4). ‘Tultul’: Traditional salt-making lives on in Guimaras. Philippine Daily Inquirer, A7. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource ‘Tultul’: Traditional salt-making lives on in Guimaras Description An account of the resource JORDAN, GUIMARAS, Philippines — In the coastal village of Hoskyn in the heart of this town in Guimaras, a family has been trying to keep a century-old practice of producing artisanal salt alive. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Demaisip, Ruchelle D. 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