ESSAY. Read the text below. Filipino Food in the International Setting The Philippines is known for its rich array of food, and shows like Fear Factor and No Reservations brought Filipino food to the forefront of globalization. In 2019, almost overnight, ube or sweet purple yam became a culinary favorite. Food is a genuine part of our culture, which we are willing to share with the world. In 2013, Fear Factor featured balut or fertilized chicken eggs, becoming one of the challenges on the show. Most people were thoroughly disgusted by the thought of eating a day-old chicken, yet some contestants found it quite yummy. Strange as it may be, the Filipino people enjoy it immensely, as it is juicy and apparently, nutritious. Fear Factor may have tried to scare people with the Philippine delicacy, but it made people immensely proud. Ube also became quite famous in other parts of the world, especially in the United States. Several restaurants in the Los Angeles area, as well as numerous viral videos, feature ube as an ingredient in a lot of desserts like ice cream, cheesecake, cake, buns, and bread. Though common here in the Philippines, the fact that ube has hit the international scene makes Filipinos quite proud of the sweet dessert dish. As featured in the other parts of the world, Filipino food can be considered special enough to share with others. Jollibee is already a beloved international fast-food chain, and many non-Filipinos are in love with its sweet spaghetti and crispy, juicy chicken. Hopefully, the food of the Philippines will be featured continuously and shared with many, as the Filipino people love to do
