ASENSO FOOD FAIR OPENS IN OROQUIETA, SHOWCASES MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL’S LOCAL FLAVORS

ASENSO FOOD FAIR OPENS IN OROQUIETA, SHOWCASES MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL’S LOCAL FLAVORS

OROQUIETA CITY, Philippines — Local delicacies, homegrown products, and the culinary traditions of Misamis Occidental take center stage as the Asenso Food Fair officially opened on November 2 at the Provincial Capitol Plaza.

The food fair, running until November 8, brings together local food producers and vendors, offering visitors a chance to discover products that reflect the province’s rich food culture and local creativity.

Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez led the opening ceremony through a ribbon-cutting activity, joined by members of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan and local chief executives.

The fair features a variety of products, from fresh seafood and native delicacies to locally made food items, highlighting the livelihood opportunities and entrepreneurial potential of local communities.

Beyond promoting Misamis Occidental’s culinary heritage, the event also provides a platform for local producers to showcase their products and reach more customers.

The Asenso Food Fair is part of the province’s activities celebrating its 97th founding anniversary, underscoring efforts to promote local identity, support homegrown enterprises, and strengthen the local economy.

The public can visit the food fair at the Provincial Capitol Plaza in Oroquieta City from 9 am to 10 pm daily until November 8.