PH Embassy in Mexico Promotes Filipino Cuisine at Le Cordon Bleu Mexico City

Chef Christina Sunae demonstrates the steps in preparing Sisig. (Mexico PE photo)

MEXICO CITY 02 September 2019 – As part of its gender and development (GAD) and cultural diplomacy initiatives, the Philippine Embassy in Mexico, in collaboration with the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC) in Mexico, organized the first Masterclass on Filipino Cuisine at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu School on 23 August 2019.

Headed by Buenos Aires-based chef Christina Sunae, who owns and runs the renowned Southeast Asian restaurant Cantina Sunae in Buenos Aires, three recipes from various regions of the Philippines were presented to and shared with a full house of 44 participants, which included professional chefs and members of the media.

Tiyula Itum (a burnt coconut beef dish from Mindanao), Sisig (a Kapampangan dish) and Bibingka Cassava were prepared. Ms. Sunae spoke about Filipino cuisine and culture, and how Filipino cooking focuses on comfort food that is easily shared with friends and family. She explained the many similarities between the Philippine and Mexican cooking and the way both share great respect for local ingredients.

Students also learned about the importance of the Manila-Acapulco Galleon Trade, which   facilitated the exchange of fruits and vegetables that are emblematic to Philippine and Mexican cuisine. Ms. Sunae likewise explained the importance of the coconut tree, which Filipinos consider as the “arbol de la vida” (the tree of life). END

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