𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 “𝐁𝐮𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟐”

In celebration of Filipino Food Month or “Buwan ng Kalutong Pilipino 2022”, the Provincial Government of Davao de Oro through the Provincial Administrator’s Office- Tourism Division, in partnership with the food business establishments of Davao de Oro, successfully took part in the 3-day celebration exhibit which showcase and promote the province’s rich diverse flavors and food products at Abreeza Mall, Davao City on April 27-30, 2022.

Harping on this year’s theme “Pagkaing Pilipino, Susi sa Pag-unlad at Pagbabago”, different provinces in Davao Region including Davao de Oro with the support of food business establishments such as Davao Lechon King, Elisabeth Pastries of Laak, Kakanins of Maco, Lyurot of Mainit, KapeNegra Maragusan Highland, Byais, kalamansi and other pasalubong products of Jorgetown, Axl Dave Bibingka and kakanins, Braytside Pastries and MAMPCO Chocolates were present and highlight their iconic, best and inviting unique local dishes that shows the culinary history and cultural heritage of the province.

Moreover, PAO-Tourism Head Ma’am Christine Dompor extends her appreciation and thanks to the buyers, food business establishments, DoT personnel, and Tourism office staff for their support in the success of the participated event.

The said event was successfully launched by the Department of Tourism (DOT)-Davao Region, in partnership with the National Commission on Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Department of Agriculture (DA). This celebration is in line with the goal of appreciating, preserving, promoting, and ensuring that the diverse Filipino culinary traditions and cuisines should be transmitted and treasured to our future generations, which later support various industries, farmers, and agri-communities of the provinces. (JF, PAO IPRD DdO, Photos from DdO Tourism Office)