Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events Archives - Page 2 of 5

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pahinis is a traditional fishing ritual practiced in Ivisan, Capiz, believed to bring a good catch and honor the spirits of the sea and departed loved ones. During the ritual, a large pig is cooked to feed the community, and offerings like food, liquor, and animals like chicken, crabs or shrimps are floated on the sea as gifts to spirits. A prayer is led by a ritual leader who throws pieces of cooked meat in all four directions to feed unseen beings. The ceremony ends with a shared meal, ensuring all attendees are well-fed as part of the blessing. Today, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

TINAGBAKAN NGA MANOK

Capiz, Tapaz

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Tinagbakan nga Manok is a traditional chicken dish from Tapaz, Capiz, known for using Tagbak, a local plant that gives the dish its distinct flavor. The recipe includes native chicken, Tagbak, labog, kadyos, and other local herbs. It originated during a famine in 1918, when locals discovered Tagbak as a useful and tasty food source. Knowledge of preparing Tinagbakan nga Manok is passed down informally through family and community events. While still widely enjoyed today, it faces challenges like the declining availability of Tagbak and the risk of younger generations losing interest. The community focus on education, promotion, and documentation ...

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LANGKUGA

Capiz, Cuartero

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Langkuga, or Ginataang Bilo-bilo with Langka, is a traditional dessert from Cuartero, Capiz, made with glutinous rice balls, coconut milk, bananas, jackfruit, and other native ingredients. Though Bilo-bilo originally comes from Luzon, each region, has its own version, with Langkuga being a a take of Cuartero on the cuisine. This dish is typically served warm and is passed down through generations in families, often prepared during special events like birthdays and holidays. It holds cultural value as a symbol of family unity and also serves as a small source of income for some local households. Despite its significance, it is ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

Kanding Dishes

Iloilo, Poblacion, San Miguel

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Kilawin, Paklay, and Dinuguan nga Kanding are three traditional goat-based dishes from San Miguel, Iloilo, each deeply rooted in local culinary heritage and social practices. Kilawin nga Kanding is slow-cooked for tenderness and passed down through intergenerational teaching at Kandingan sa Highway, reflecting its socioeconomic importance by supporting local farmers and promoting culinary pride. Paklay Kanding, known for its savory-sweet flavor from ingredients like pineapple and tomato sauce, is a specialty of Roldan’s restaurant and often prepared for gatherings, symbolizing community bonding and cultural identity. Dinuguan nga Kanding, a rich stew made with goat blood and meat, offers a bold ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PANGHAWAN-HAWAN (CLEARING RITUAL)

Iloilo, San Joaquin, Sinogbuhan

February 18, 2026

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Panghawan-Hawan is a ritual performed to honor and ask spirits to leave an area before building, cutting trees, or exploring new land. It involves burning blessed palm leaves and hardened sap in a clay pot while reciting prayers to respectfully request permission and clearance from the spirits. This practice is mainly performed by babaylans in San Joaquin, who pass the knowledge down through generations. The ritual is featured in local cultural events like the Bayluhay Festival and reenactments of the Purchase of Panay, reinforcing its social and spiritual importance. Although widely known, only those with hereditary babaylan roles seriously observe ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

GINISA NGA SUKOL/LAYUG-LAYOG

Iloilo, Imbang Pequeño, San Enrique

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Ginisa nga Sukol is a traditional mushroom dish from Imbang Pequeño, San Enrique, made from the shaggy ink cap mushroom harvested during specific seasons. The recipe involves sautéing onion, garlic, and tomato or sour labog leaves, then cooking the mushroom with seasoning and sometimes added meat, vegetables, or egg. This dish originated after the establishment of the Universal Robina Corporation Sugar Central in the late 1960s, which created ideal conditions for mushroom growth. Both men and women, including young people, know how to prepare this delicacy, passing the knowledge down through observation and practice within families. The tradition remains strong ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PAGLUTO KA ARIPAHOL

Iloilo, Pototan, Tuburan

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pagluto ka Aripahol is a traditional rice cake-making practice in Tuburan, Pototan, Iloilo, passed down through generations and especially popular during local events and celebrations. The delicacy is made using pounded glutinous rice, grated coconut, sugar, and banana leaves, and is steamed in cans with pierced bottoms, a method learned through hands-on teaching and community collaboration. Women are the primary culture bearers, though men support by gathering materials; elders lead food demonstrations to pass on the skill to younger residents. However, the tradition faces challenges due to declining interest among the youth. Safeguarding measures include non-formal education, documentation, community-led training, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

CARABAO-CARROZA FESTIVAL

Iloilo, Pavia, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Carabao-Carroza Festival, celebrated every May 3 in Pavia, Iloilo since 1971, honors farmers and their carabaos through vibrant parades, races, and a festival queen competition. Eighteen barangays participate by decorating carts (carrozas), dressing carabaos in colorful headdresses, and presenting muses in traditional attire, all showcasing local products and pride. A key attraction is the 100-meter carabao race, which draws large crowds and reflects the town’s agricultural heritage. The event began as a tribute to the carabao’s vital role in farming and has grown into a symbol of cultural identity and tourism. Local farmers, barangay officials, and residents actively participate, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

CRY OF JELICUON

Iloilo, New Lucena, Poblacion

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Cry of Jelicuon Festival in New Lucena honors the 1898 uprising against Spanish colonial rule, led by General Martin Delgado, and is held annually on October 25. The event features a powerful dance drama reenactment that captures the revolutionary moment when local volunteers declared support for independence. It serves both as a tribute to local heroes and as a showcase of the town’s cultural and agricultural identity. Organized by the local tourism office, the festival engages the community, especially through performances by residents and the involvement of historians, educators, and local officials. While it faces challenges such as reliance ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

ITANG-ITANG

Iloilo, Mina, Tumay

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Itang-Itang ritual of Mina is a longstanding ancestral tradition involving food offerings made before gatherings, honoring deceased family members. Though rooted in indigenous beliefs and later influenced by Catholicism, it remains central to family celebrations like birthdays, fiestas, and reunions. Elders, particularly mothers and grandmothers, lead the ritual by placing portions of food on a home altar and offering prayers before the main meal begins. The practice symbolizes spiritual gratitude and maintains harmony between the living and their ancestors. Despite its cultural importance, younger generations show less interest, posing a threat to its continuity. To safeguard the tradition, families ...

PAHINIS (FISHING RITUAL)

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