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Western Visayas Flashcards

1
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What is the numerical designation of the Western Visayas region in the Philippines?

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Region VI

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Name the provinces in the Western Visayas region.

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  • Aklan
  • Antique
  • Capiz
  • Guimaras
  • Iloilo
  • Negros Occidental
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Which festival is famous in Kalibo, Aklan, held every January?

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Ati-atihan Festival

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What is the popular festival in Iloilo City, celebrated every January?

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Dinagyang Festival

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What does ‘Aklanon’ refer to?

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The people, language, and culture of Aklan province

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What is the folk belief regarding the name ‘Aklan’?

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It is derived from a river called Akean.

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What is Chicken Inuburan?

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A famous local dish in Aklan made with banana trunk’s pith.

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What is Binakol?

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A Filipino chicken soup made with coconut water and various ingredients.

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What was Antique known as before Spanish colonization?

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Hantík

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10
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What is Alupe?

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A cassava-based kakanin loved by Filipinos.

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What is the Binirayan festival?

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An event celebrated in Antique, meaning ‘where they sailed to’.

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12
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What is Pancit Molo?

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A wonton soup inspired dish from the Chinese community in Molo.

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What is Kadios, Baboy and Langka or KBL?

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A popular Ilonggo stew using kadios, pork, and unripe langka.

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What is Ensalada?

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A delicious appetizer or side dish in Iloilo.

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What is the most famous landmark in Eastern Visayas?

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San Juanico Bridge

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What is Biliran known for?

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Being one of the smallest and newest provinces in the Philippines.

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17
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What is Suman Biliran?

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A tasty suman of Naval with various flavors.

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18
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What is Paksiw na Isda?

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A dish where fish is cooked with water, vinegar, and spices.

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What is the capital of Biliran?

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Naval

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20
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What is Moron?

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A sweet rice cake cooked in coconut milk and mixed with cocoa.

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21
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Where did Ferdinand Magellan first set foot in the Philippines?

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Homonhon in Eastern Samar

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22
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What is the most notable dish from Samar?

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Baduya nga Pasayan

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23
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What historical significance does Leyte hold?

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It was the first place visited by Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.

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What is Binagol?

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A delicacy made from Taro root.

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25
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What is the capital of Southern Leyte?

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Maasin

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26
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What is ‘ampaw’?

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A rice puff delicacy made of rice and syrup.

27
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What is the impact of gastronomic tourism?

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It improves access to nutritious food and promotes cultural appreciation.

28
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Fill in the blank: The festival in Iloilo known for its colorful street dancers is called _______.

29
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True or False: The main languages spoken in Biliran include Waray.

30
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What is gastronomic tourism?

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A type of tourism focused on visiting food producers, festivals, restaurants, and tasting special foods.

31
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Which provinces are included in Region XI, Southern Mindanao?

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  • Compostela Valley
  • Davao Del Norte
  • Davao Del Sur
  • Davao Oriental
32
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What is Compostela Valley also known as?

33
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What are some major products of Compostela Valley?

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  • Rice
  • Coconut
  • Cacao
  • Coffee
  • Papaya
  • Mango
  • Pineapple
  • Durian
  • Banana
34
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What is Lyurot?

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A unique food of the Mansaka tribe of Maragusan, cooked in bamboo.

35
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Panyalam is a traditional dish popular among which groups?

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  • Maguindanao
  • Maranao
  • Sama-Bajau
  • Tausug
36
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What distinguishes Davao del Norte in terms of agriculture?

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It is known as the Banana Capital of the Philippines.

37
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What is Amik?

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A crunchy dish popular among various cultural communities in Mindanao, often eaten during Ramadan.

38
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What is Binignit?

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A type of fruit and tubers stew cooked in coconut milk, similar to Ginataang Halo Halo.

39
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What is Sinugbang Panga?

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Grilled tuna collars, a staple in Davao known for its flavorful and moist meat.

40
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Pakfry is a unique dish made from which part of a fish?

41
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Kalderobo is a combination of which two dishes?

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Kaldereta and adobo

42
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What are L’lulot dishes associated with?

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Local cuisines among the Mandaya tribe.

43
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What is Paru-paru de Baga?

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A spicy Mandaya local cuisine made from minced innards.

44
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What is Pastel of Cotabato?

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Halal food wrapped in boiled rice, similar to sushi.

45
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Baye-Baye is commonly served during which occasions?

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Special occasions like All Saints’ Day and Holy Week.

46
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What is Tinagtag?

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A noodle-like roll made from rice flour, popular in North Cotabato.

47
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What is Ginataang Kuhol?

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A Filipino dish made from golden apple snails cooked in coconut milk.

48
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What does the Timpupo Fruit Festival feature?

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An event where attendees can eat various fruits like durian and mangosteen.

49
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What is Tinubok na Manok?

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A whole chicken soup cooked with lemongrass and cabbage.

50
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What is the main ingredient in Sinigang Sa Miso Na Tiyan Ng Bangus?

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Milkfish belly

51
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What is Pastil?

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A Maguindanaoan delicacy of steamed rice topped with flaked chicken, beef, or tuna.

52
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Which fruit is known to grow abundantly in Sultan Kudarat?

53
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What is the environmental impact of gastronomic tourism?

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It illustrates the influences of geography and climate on food preferences.

54
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True or False: Gastronomic tourism can have both positive and negative impacts.

55
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Fill in the blank: Gastronomic tourism helps to preserve local _______.

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[traditional cuisines]

56
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What is the role of food experiences in tourism?

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Help to brand and market destinations and support local traditions and crafts attractive to tourists

Food experiences can include local restaurants and street food.

57
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What are the cultural impacts of food experiences?

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Includes preserving local cuisines, strengthening communities, provision of social services, commercialization of culture, revitalization of customs, and preservation of heritage

These impacts highlight the importance of food in maintaining cultural identity.

58
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How does the environment influence food experiences?

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Geography and climate influence prevailing taste components, textures, and flavors

Environmental factors can shape the availability and type of local ingredients.

59
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What potential benefits do food experiences have for destination management?

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Improve destination management, promote cultures, and contribute to sectors like agriculture and food manufacturing

Food experiences can enhance the overall attractiveness of a destination.

60
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Fill in the blank: The cultural impacts of food experiences include _______.

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[preserving local cuisines, strengthening communities, provision of social services, commercialization of culture, revitalization of customs and preservation of heritage]

61
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True or False: Food experiences have no impact on local traditions and crafts.

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False

Food experiences actively support and promote local traditions and crafts.

62
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What are some examples of food experiences mentioned?

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Local restaurants and street food

These experiences are integral to branding destinations.

63
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What does the commercialization of culture and art refer to in the context of food?

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The process of marketing and selling cultural expressions through food experiences

This can include food festivals, culinary tours, and themed dining experiences.

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