[HOMESTRETCH] The making of Bacolod’s icons: Inasal, piaya, and game fowl
BACOLOD, Philippines – The second installment of HOMESTRETCH’s Bacolod series features a few icons from the City of Smiles. Show host Pató Gregorio continues to unpack untold stories about the famous chicken inasal, the must-have pasalubong piaya, and the business of game fowl breeding in the province.
In this episode, Nena’s Beth restaurant owner talks about how her family’s chicken inasal business started and how it has been passed on to generations. A visit to Bongbong’s pasalubong delves into the humble beginnings of a take-home staple. Also in this episode, a game fowl breeder explains why the industry is a pillar in Bacolod’s local economy.
HOMESTRETCH aims to tell the stories of people that inspire us with their struggles and triumphs, and the places that help define our spirit as a nation.
Co-presented by Rappler and Duckworld, HOMESTRETCH is hosted by sportsman and tourism advocate Pató Gregorio.
Watch on Sunday, November 24, at 8 pm on Rappler’s YouTube and Facebook accounts. – Rappler.com