HR01802: A RESOLUTION URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, THROUGH THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CREATIVE INDUSTRY AND PERFORMING ARTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, TO CONDUCT AN INQUIRY, IN AID OF LEGISLATION, ON THE STATE OF FILIPI
This resolution urges the House of Representatives, through its Special Committee on Creative Industry and Performing Arts and other relevant committees, to conduct an inquiry into the state of Filipino gastronomy and culinary heritage. This initiative follows President Rodrigo Roa Duterte's Proclamation No. 469, which declared April as "Filipino Food Month," recognizing the importance of promoting, preserving, and transmitting the country's rich culinary traditions. The resolution highlights recent international and regional recognitions for Filipino food and beverage professionals and establishments, such as Cherrie Atilano and Louise Mabulo being named in "50 Next" for their sustainability efforts, and The Curator Coffee & Cocktails being named one of Asia's 50 best bars.
The inquiry's significance lies in its goal to better understand the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats within the Filipino culinary industry, spanning agriculture, tourism, and culture and arts sectors. By recognizing and measuring the contributions of all stakeholders, from farmers and fisherfolk to chefs and culinary heritage advocates, the resolution aims to maximize the country's natural abilities, creativity, and talent in gastronomy. The ultimate impact is to potentially jumpstart the economy using the nation's culinary creativity and innovation, fostering national pride and a sense of belonging through its food heritage.