In celebration of Filipino Food Month, this event is proudly brought to you by the Mabalacat City Arts, Culture & Tourism Office in partnership with Mabalacat City College.
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A beloved Mabalaqueno classic, Lola Nor’s Pesang Bulig features crispy fried mudfish simmered with cabbage, pechay, and ginger broth, served with a savory black bean and tawri dripping sauce. A true taste of home, best shared with heaping bowls rice.
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A hearty Kapampangan favorite, Pet’s Kilayin combines tender pork, crispy fat, liver, and vinegar in a rich, savory stew. Passed down by Jose “Pet” Espanta, this dish is a true celebration of family tradition, and bold flavors.
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A bold and beloved Kapampangan dry dish, Pulutok features marinated pork lungs sauteed with garlic, onions, and peppers, bursting with rich, smoky flavors. Perfect with rice or an ice-cold beer, it’s a true Mabalaqueno favorite passed down through generations.
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A true taste of old Pampanga, Lagat Puso blends tender banana heart (“puso ng saging”) with shrimp, garlic, and sukang sasa vinegar for a tangy, conforting dish perfected over generations. Simple sour, and full of heart.
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A timeless Kapampangan original, this classic sisig by Rufina “Pining” Galang Reyes uses tender boiled pork head, crushed pepper, onions, and vinegar (aslam)-carefully hand-mixed and chilled to bring out its bold, fresh flavors. Best served cold as a pulutan or paired with rice, it’s a rice of Pampanga’s heritage.
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Rooted in the humble kitchens of Imang Ester Castro and passed down to her daughter Celine Castro Hamada, this vibrant fresh lumpia blends green papaya, crisp vegetables, and savory shrimp or chicken, wrapped in delicate homemade egg crepes. Topped with a rich peanut “osyo” sauce, it’s a timeless family recipe born from love resilience, and true Kapampangan hospitality.
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A sweet memory from Imang Ester’s kitchen, Polvoron ala Celine blends powdered milk, toasted flour, sugar, and butter into a rich, crumbly treat-simple, nostalgic, and lovingly handcrafted with the warmth of homegrown Kapampangan tradition.
