The food world is buzzing! Following the historic first Michelin Guide selection for the Philippines complete with two stars, one star, and multiple Bib Gourmand awards, we dive into what this massive international recognition means for Filipino cuisine globally.

But first, we tackle a tough chika that hits close to home in Australia: Why do Filipinos, even here in Sydney and Melbourne, often insist that our own cuisine "should be cheap?"

We break down the economic reality versus nostalgic memory, discussing why running a sustainable Filipino restaurant in Australia costs what it does, and why we need to stop benchmarking local prices against carinderia costs. We argue that sustainable prices are the ultimate sign of respect for our culture and our cooks.

Join Anna and Razel as they explore the 'Should-Be-Cheap' Syndrome and argue that it’s time for the community to recognise the true value of Filipino culinary talent. 

This episode is a call to action: It’s time to put our money where our pride is!

Tags: #FilipinoFood #PinoyPride #MichelinGuide #MichelinStarsPH #FilipinoCuisine #SupportFilipinoBusiness #FilAussie #AdoboYarn #FoodPodcast #ValueVsPrice

A Note on This Discussion aka Disclaimer

Adobo Yarn is a conversational podcast. The opinions and anecdotes shared by Anna and Razel are based on their personal experiences as Filipino migrants in Australia and should not be taken as professional advice or the definitive view on all Filipino or Australian cultural practices.  

This episode tackles the sometimes sensitive topic of pricing and value perception within the Filipino community. Our discussion is rooted in our observations about the economics of running sustainable Filipino restaurants in the Australian diaspora, contrasting it with nostalgic price expectations. We aim to elevate the conversation and show support for our chefs and entrepreneurs. We are not criticising individual budgets or personal dining habits. Thank you for listening with an open mind!

Adobo Yarn is our story as Filipinos, navigating the migrant life in Australia. Here, we share stories that resonate. Middle-age (Gen X) wisdom, perimeno episodes, parenting hacks, unfiltered conversations, hilarious experiences, anecdotes and recipes that brought us comfort when we needed it. From raising babies to now young adults, and navigating the labyrinth that is Australia. Join the conversation!

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