The Food Beliefs and Practices of the Ilocanos: Then and Now

Authors

  • Nida Crejado

Keywords:

food, beliefs, practices, Ilocano cuisine

Abstract

In the macro context, food can give a hint on the history and traditions of various nations and regions. Thus, this study determined the food beliefs and practices of an Ilocano-speaking barangay in one municipality in Northern Philippines. It further aimed to identify whether a change in food beliefs and practices exists in such a community. Hence, this descriptive-correlational study gathered data from 50 senior and 50 non-senior residents through a crafted and validated questionnaire based on the information gathered through prior interviews with the respondents. The test of difference shows that there is no significant difference between the assessments of the two group respondents on their food practices during supper only. This study found that there is a significant relationship among age, civil status, and religion with the food beliefs and practices of the respondents. Meanwhile, all the other variables are not significantly related. This study also concludes that the non-senior and senior residents of such an Ilocano-speaking community were practicing the common beliefs of the Ilocanos concerning their cultural foods and familiar meal or menu during breakfast, lunch, and supper.

Published

2019-12-18