PHL Embassy in ROK Takes a Slice Out of the 2017 World Food Festival
Ambassador Raul S. Hernandez (5th from left), together with Chairwoman Ryoo (14th from left) of the World Culinary Culture Exchange Association, join other ambassadors and distinguished guests at the Opening Ceremony of the 2017 World Food Festival. (Photo courtesy of The Korea Post)
02 June 2017 SEOUL – The Philippine Embassy in Seoul, together with other diplomatic missions and organizations representing nearly 40 countries, participated in the 2017 World Food Festival at the historic Gwanghwamun Square in the center of downtown Seoul on May 30.
Philippine Ambassador to South Korea Raul S. Hernandez underscored the importance of culinary culture in promoting social cohesion and mutual respect across different cultures during his speech.
“It is said that food feeds the soul and that every dish is a reflection of our country’s norms, values, history, and traditions. It plays a role in constructing and shaping our identities – how geographical attributes and the historical evolution of cuisines, whether local or regional, help in the formation of a national identity.”
“But regardless of how diverse our cuisines are, and the meaning they represent, food is indubitably the single great unifier across cultures – promoting social cohesion and bridging gaps among peoples.” said Ambassador Hernandez.
Taking the opportunity to highlight traditional Filipino cuisine at the inaugural Festival, the Philippine Embassy operated a food booth where local and foreign guests were treated to Filipino cuisine such as pork adobo, pork menudo, longganisa, and pansit bihon.
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