Part 2/8:

June 12th marks Filipino Independence Day, a celebration of the Philippines’ liberation from Spanish rule in 1898. However, the road to sovereignty was complicated, particularly by subsequent American intervention. In reviewing this narrative, one cannot help but reflect on the gaps in education regarding significant historical events like the Filipino-American War—a brutal conflict largely overshadowed in American curriculums.

Nevertheless, this episode of culinary exploration leads us not just to celebrate freedom, but to honor the profound Spanish influence on Filipino cuisine, specifically through the iconic adobo. Today, we delve into crafting a chicken adobo using a recipe that dates back nearly five centuries, illustrating how foundational flavors shaped contemporary dishes.