Pasig's Duck Culinary Culture
My lecture presentation at UP Diliman, Palma Hall for The 15th Conference of the Société Internationale d´Ethnologie et de Folklore (SIEF) Ritual Year Working Group (RYWG) : Food, Feasts, Festivities, & Folklore. December 13, 2024 Pasig City, particularly its riverside communities extending toward Laguna de Bay, boasts a unique culinary culture rooted in its rich history of duck raising. Among these communities, the barangays of Pinagbuhatan and Kalawaan stand out for their vibrant celebrations, especially during their annual barrio fiestas, honoring thier respective patron saints. In Pinagbuhatan, for instance, calderetang itik (duck stew) takes center stage as the highlight of celebration in many households. Each family and community adds its own unique touch to this dish. Some marinate the duck in beer or lemon-based soft drinks, imparting a subtle tang and depth of flavor. Others employ meticulous methods for cleaning and preparing the bird, ensuring its quality, aroma, and hy...