{"id":71677,"date":"2025-02-21T17:21:58","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T09:21:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=71677"},"modified":"2025-02-21T17:21:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T09:21:58","slug":"chef-jam-melchor-launches-kayumanggi-at-newport-world-resorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2025\/02\/21\/chef-jam-melchor-launches-kayumanggi-at-newport-world-resorts\/","title":{"rendered":"Chef Jam Melchor Launches ‘Kayumanggi’ at Newport World Resorts"},"content":{"rendered":"

When asked about one\u2019s favorite Filipino dish, many would likely mention <\/span>Sinigang, Adobo<\/span><\/i>, or <\/span>Sisig<\/span><\/i>\u2014beloved staples of Filipino cuisine. The Philippines boasts a diverse culinary landscape with over hundreds of distinct dishes spread across the archipelago. <\/span><\/p>\n

From simple home-cooked meals to intricate, labor-intensive specialties, Filipino cuisine stands as a proud testament to the nation\u2019s rich heritage and cultural identity.<\/span><\/p>\n

On February 19, 2025<\/strong>, Newport World Resorts hosted the highly anticipated launch of <\/span>Kayumanggi: A Kaleidoscope of Filipino Flavors and Food Traditions<\/i><\/strong> at Sheraton Manila Hotel<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"L-R: Newport World Resorts Director for Corporate Communications Joy Andrade, Philippine Culinary Historian and Heritage Advocate Felice Prudente Sta. Maria, United States Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson, Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement Founder Chef Jose Antonio Miguel \u201cJam\u201d Melchor, Department of Trade and Industry Assistant Secretary Dr. Leonila Baluyut, Department of Trade and Industry Assistant Secretary Nylah Rizza Bautista, and Sheraton Manila Hotel General Manager Anna Vergara<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

The book showcases 150 recipes, offering an in-depth exploration of its unique flavors, regional origins, and traditional cooking techniques. Authored by Chef Jose Antonio Miguel \u201cJam\u201d Melchor, the founder of the Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement, <\/span>Kayumanggi<\/span><\/i> aims to highlight the cultural significance of Filipino food, foster appreciation for its historical roots, and inspire a deeper understanding of the diverse influences that have shaped the nation\u2019s culinary identity.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Kayumanggi A Kaleidoscope of Filipino Flavors and Food Traditions \/ IMAGE from Newport World Resorts<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201c<\/span>Kayumanggi<\/span><\/i> serves as a guide for future generations, ensuring that the beauty of Filipino cuisine is cherished and never underutilized,\u201d Chef Jam shared. The Philippines\u2019 culinary culture is deeply intertwined with national identity, making it essential to pass down traditions to future generations. <\/span><\/p>\n

Through the book, the roots and inspirations behind these dishes are revealed, encouraging readers to explore, celebrate, and appreciate the food that has shaped the nation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Newport World Resorts Chief Marketing Officer welcomed luminaries of the Philippines\u2019 culinary world to the event, highlighting the premier integrated resorts\u2019 shared vision with Chef Jam\u2019s advocacy. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAt Newport World Resorts, we take pride in supporting initiatives that promote and preserve Filipino artistry. We are keenly excited about <\/span>Kayumanggi<\/span><\/i>, as every page reveals a new facet of the country\u2019s rich culinary history, every experience here at the property also offers something unique to discover.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The book launch was followed by an exclusive Filipino lunch featuring dishes from Chef Jam’s recipes. These dishes are unlike your usual Filipino food and are now available at SKitchen for you to try! It includes dishes like Misua Patola<\/strong>, a kind of noodle soup featuring wheat vermicelli, ground pork, and patola or gourd.<\/p>\n

\"\"Misua Patola \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

This was followed by Lumpiang Sariwa<\/strong>, also known as, fresh spring rolls made of turnip, carrots, cabbage, cheese, and raisins. The medley of vegetables gives the Lumpiang Sariwa a delightful balance of flavors and textures, best paired with a slightly sweet sauce.<\/p>\n

\"\"Lumpiang Sariwa \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Their Chicken Galantina<\/strong>, on the other hand, is a hearty treat made of ground pork, sausage, cheese, and raisins, offering a savory blend of rich, meaty flavors with a subtle sweetness.<\/p>\n

\"\"Chicken Galantina \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

This was followed by Kalderetang Baka<\/strong> made of beef brisket and a rich, flavorful sauce. This is best paired with steamed rice to balance the savory flavors of the dish.<\/p>\n

\"\"Kalderetang Baka \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, the lunch ended with a sweet note coming from their version of Sansrival<\/strong>, a nutty sweet treat made of meringue, butter cream, and toasted cashews.<\/p>\n

\"\"Sansrival \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

For more information on Newport World Resorts, visit <\/span>www.newportworldresorts.com<\/a><\/strong> and follow @newportworldresorts on Facebook and Instagram, and @nwresorts on Twitter. <\/span><\/p>\n

Join Newport World Resorts Viber Community at <\/span>https:\/\/newportwr.com\/nwrvibercommunity<\/a><\/strong> for exclusive updates. Every visit is made more rewarding with an Epic Rewards membership, download the Epic Rewards Mobile App for free at the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.<\/span><\/p>\n

\n

This is a press release. Minor edits were made prior to publishing.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

On February 19, 2025, Newport World Resorts hosted the highly anticipated launch of Kayumanggi: A Kaleidoscope of Filipino Flavors and Food Traditions at Sheraton Manila Hotel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":71688,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[94],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-71677","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-press-release"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2025\/02\/Newport-World-Resorts.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/71677","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=71677"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/71677\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":71692,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/71677\/revisions\/71692"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/71688"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=71677"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=71677"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=71677"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}