Pinalabtugan, also called dos bukales, is a traditional chicken-based dish from Igbaras known for its minimal broth and twice-boiled cooking method, rooted in the Kinaray-a term “pinalabtog” which means “to make a soup with.”. Prepared with native ingredients like bisaya nga manok, alupidan leaves, and local spices, it reflects the resourcefulness and agricultural lifestyle of the Igbarasnons. The dish holds cultural value as it is commonly served during communal events like fiestas, funerals, and drinking sessions. Knowledge of its preparation is transmitted both informally through peer learning during gatherings and vertically through family traditions. Despite its continued relevance, a growing ...