Get ready, Culasi! This Tourism Month, we are bringing our kitchens to life with the rich flavors of our heritage. Join us as we highlight indigenous ingredients and traditional cooking methods that not only preserve our culinary legacy but also promote eco-friendly and sustainable tourism.

WHO CAN JOIN?

* Open to all residents of Culasi or affiliated local groups (barangays, associations, etc.), aged 18 years old and above.

* Solo participants or teams (max 3 members) are welcome!

CHOOSE YOUR MAIN INGREDIENT:

Seafood – Barangun (Rabbit Fish), Pasyak, Humoy-humoy/Dulong, Pinindang, Tambalang (Seaweeds)

Amphibian – Bug-ungan nga Pangka (Forest Tree Frog)

Vegetables – Takway, Dagmay/Palawan, Puso kang Saging, Tambo

Root Crops – Kamoteng Kahoy (Cassava)

PRIZES:

Champion – ₱6,000 + Plaque + Certificate

1st Runner-Up – ₱4,000 + Certificate

2nd Runner-Up – ₱2,000 + Certificate

REGISTRATION PERIOD:

September 1–19, 2025

Limited slots only – 10 entries will be accepted!

Register at the Culasi Municipal Tourism Office or through the Culasi Tourism Office Facebook Page.

Important Reminder:

Participants must bring their own utensils and ingredients. All cooking will be done on-site within a 2-hour timeframe. Cleanliness and proper food handling are a must.

This is more than a contest—it’s a celebration of Culasi’s local flavors, culture, and creativity. Let’s cook, create, and carry forward our culinary pride from the highlands to the islands.

For more details, message us here on our official facebook page Culasi Tourism or visit the Municipal Tourism Office.

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