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JOSE “JOE” AMORA

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Jose Amora, born in 1963 in San Enrique, Iloilo, is a well-known Filipino artist skilled in painting and sculpture. Growing up in a family of craftsmen, he showed artistic talent early on and developed his skills through formal education and work with local art groups. Over the years, he created important public artworks like the “Lin-ay sang Iloilo” statue and exhibited paintings that reflect local culture and political issues. Amora also contributed to his community by serving as a Barangay Kagawad and supporting local culture and microfinance projects. His art blends traditional and modern styles, helping preserve Iloilo’s heritage while ...
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GINISA NGA SUKOL/LAYUG-LAYOG

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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 ...
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