WEEK 2 - Discussion

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VIDEO 1: Foreign Kids Try Filipino Snacks


VIDEO 2: Foreign Teens Try Filipino Food

After watching the 2 videos on the discussion page, answer the following questions in not less than 5 sentences (except for question 1).
1. Enumerate the different Filipino food and snacks in the 2 videos.

Here are the snacks mentioned in the first video: 

  • Boy Bawang
  • Mocca Cake
  • Choc Nut
  • Salted Tamarind
  • Halo-Halo
Then, here are the foods presented in the second video:
  • Pancit Palabok
  • Sinigang
  • Kare-Kare
  • Pork Chicharrón
  • Cassava Cake

2. How do you feel when other nationalities:
a. Appreciate/like our food:

    Whenever I hear people of different nationalities appreciate and compliment our food, I feel a sense of accomplishment as they enjoyed a taste of our culture. I am glad that we are able to share the same sentiments in eating Filipino foods with those who enjoyed it. I believe that they were able to feel a sense warmth, comfort and hospitality brought upon by the food — the same things that describe what Filipino culture is. Their appreciation to our food allows our culture and roots to get more recognition across the globe. Because of that, the recognition and appreciation of our food from different nationalities created a path for Filipinos to showcase more of what our culture can offer.

b. Dislike or say bad things about the food we eat:

    To be honest, I do feel a little annoyed whenever someone gives mean comments on our food and culture. Although we are entitled to have our own opinions, I think it is wrong to insult another person's culture. While I was watching the episode where the kids try Filipino snacks, I got upset when one of them called Boy Bawang "dog food". I know that since we grow up in different cultures, some may not like the taste of another one's food for the first time. However, I do think that his comment was uncalled for. I believe that when it comes to voicing out our opinions, it should always be ethical and polite.

3. What is your FAVORITE Filipino food? Why? (Tell us more about the food).

   As a kid, I have always been a picky-eater so I kind of ate only a few Filipino dishes since I wasn't really fond of eating fruits, vegetables, and sauces that I think don't really match my taste palette. However, there was always this Filipino dish that I've always loved to eat: Sinigang na Baboy. Back then, I only ate the soup and meat since I wasn't a fond of the other "rekado". I then noticed that as i grew older, my love for Pork Sinigang grew, where I would always request to use at least 2 packets of Sinigang mix since I liked it very sour. Although there are a variety of Sinigang dishes, ranging from seafood to beef, I would always pick the Pork Sinigang, as I think that the soup base, tomatoes, gabi, kangkong and other ingredients compliment the meat best.

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