MANILA, Philippines — The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) has taken up the cudgels for “lugaw” or rice porridge, saying the popular comfort food is not only essential as it is also a symbol of the country’s culture.
“Ang lugaw ay hindi lang basta pagkain, Sagisag Kultura rin!” the NCCA said on its Facebook page on Wednesday night, adding that the month of April also marks the Filipino Food Month.
(Rice porridge is not just food, it is also a symbol of our culture!)
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According to the NCCA, “lugaw” is usually made for children and for those who are sick that’s why it is said to be a food “cooked with lo…
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