Celebrating Filipino
Culinary Storytelling
Honoring the legacy of Doreen Gamboa Fernandez—renowned cultural historian, writer, and food critic who illuminated the richness of Filipino cuisine and theater—the DGF Awards invite video creators to continue her mission.
DOREEN GAMBOA FERNANDEZ: A DOCUMENTARY
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Doreen Gamboa Fernandez
A visionary food writer, historian, and cultural scholar who shaped how we understand Filipino cuisine.
Doreen Gamboa Fernandez (1934–2002) was a pioneering figure in Philippine food writing. As a professor, historian, and critic, she explored the deep connections between food, culture, and identity, asking: How does food become Filipino?
Through her work, she documented regional dishes, championed local chefs, and preserved culinary traditions. The DGF Awards continue her mission—encouraging new generations to tell meaningful food stories, now through the power of video.
🎬 Join the First-Ever DGF Short Food Video Award
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For over 20 years, the Doreen Gamboa Fernandez Awards have celebrated the power of food storytelling. Now, we bring this tradition into the digital age—inviting video creators to capture the essence of Filipino cuisine through short films.
Whether it’s a recipe, a documentary on local cooks and traditions, or a personal story of food and culture, we want to see how you bring Inihaw to life.
📌 No entry fee. Open to all Filipino video creators worldwide.
📢 Submissions open until September 30, 2025.
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