PRESS RELEASE
PR-065-2024
26 June 2024, Singapore – The Philippine Embassy in Singapore brings back Food Trek this year as part of its commemorative activities for the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood.
Launched in 2023, Food Trek aims to showcase Filipino culture through the presentation of a vibrant array of authentic Filipino cuisines and Philippine food products in the city-state. It is designed to showcase the rich and diverse flavors of the Philippines, offering a unique gastronomic experience that reflects the country’s heritage and traditions.
Included in this year’s roster of participating establishments are Lechon Republic, Don Lechon, Iskina Cebu, Max’s Restaurant, Second Serving, Nanay’s Kitchen, Kuya’s Kusinang Pinoy, Primefood Marketing, Emperador Inc., and Avocadoria. These establishments served mouthwatering Filipino food favorites such as the well-loved lechon (roasted pork), pork and chicken sisig, chicharon bulaklak, halo-halo, taho, tapsilog, samalamig, leche flan, ube jam, kangkong chips by Kangkong King, Emperador brandy, and avocado ice cream during the Philippine Independence Day Diplomatic Reception last 14 June 2024 at the Grand Ballroom of ParkRoyal Beach Road Hotel.
Philippine Ambassador to Singapore Medardo G. Macaraig expressed enthusiasm about the Food Trek, remarking, “We are delighted to celebrate Philippine Independence Day this month with the resumption of Food Trek here in Singapore. This event not only highlights the delicious and diverse flavors of Filipino cuisine but also strengthens the cultural ties between our two nations. We invite everyone to join us in this celebration and experience the warmth and hospitality of the Filipino people through our food.”
This year’s Food Trek also saw collaborations among Filipino restaurants in showcasing Filipino food culture and traditions such as the boodle fight hosted by Lechon Republic on 12 June 2024 and karinderya at turo-turo organized by Esquinita by Konyo on 15 June 2024.
The ongoing Food Trek promises to be a memorable event filled with delightful flavors of the Philippines and the bayanihan spirit. The Philippine Embassy invites everyone to visit these establishments for a unique Filipino culinary experience. For more information about the Food Trek, please visit the Embassy’s website and social media pages, including a dedicated microsite featuring Food Trek activities and participating establishments END
Lechon (roasted pork) by Lechon Republic, Don Lechon, and Iskina Cebu
Taho and pork taco sisig by Second Serving
Chicharon bulaklak, lumpiang shanghai, pork sisig, leche flan, and ube jam from Kuya’s Kusinang Pinoy
Tapsilog, Chicken sisig, and samalamig by Nanay’s Kitchen (halal); and Avocado ice cream by Avocadoria.sg
Guests enjoy servings of halo-halo by Max’s restaurant
Boodle fight by Lechon Republic and karinderya at turo-turo of Esquinita by Konyo
