Hundreds of Filipino-Americans like me probably read the article of L.A Times Article today. Most of the foodies or even lover of any Asian fusion cuisine will certainly agree that Filipino dishes are mostly underrated. It was even asked by Anthony Bourdain from his Season 5 Philippines Episode the common question of many. “Why is the Filipino food isn’t as popular as to some Asian dishes?” I have to admit I have a brief justification for that but not at this time.
I love eating Filipino food; I grew up eating the basic Cebuano and Pangasinense dishes. My palette was accustomed with mouth watering and exquisite dishes that were created first by my parents. It is from that time, that I developed my first love- cooking. As I continuously embark on culinary world, I begun to travel; met prominent chefs and even won a few contest. Currently, I am studying at Le Cordon Bleu for Culinary Arts degree. This is an uneasy commitment, this is a challenge. Most of my coworkers wonder “so what you gonna do after graduation?”. I always candidly reply..” I have plans..future plans”..with that said, I could have said..I want to be that person on the tv show or in the newspaper or want to published a cookbook..but I did not..
SO what, if I am uncertain of my future ordeal..so what if I don’t have a concrete plans after graduation… right now..I am savoring the moment..and chasing my first love
Tags: Filipino Cooking, L.A Times, le cordon bleu, mimi ceralde, mimi medalle
March 4, 2010 at 6:40 am |
Impressive thoughts and aspirations!