The Angeles City LGU through its Tourism Office welcomed a delegation from the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental for a day of cultural immersion, heritage exploration, and a hands-on culinary experience.
Led by Ms. Louie Lazatin, Head of the Angeles City Tourism Office (ACTO), the hosting team in partnership with Kuliat Foundation Inc. greeted the guests with the distinctive warmth that the city is known for. The delegation included Provincial Board Member Arthur Christopher Maraรฑon who also chairs the Committee on Tourism of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, along with Ms. Cheryl Decena, the Provincial Tourism Officer of Negros Occidental, and other dignitaries.
The tour began in Angeles Cityโs Heritage District, where guests walked through a living timeline of the cityโs storied past. They visited the National Museum of Social History (the former Pamintuan Mansion), which offered a window into the social and historical tapestry of the Kapampangans. The group then paused for a moment of reflection at Holy Rosary Parish, a religious landmark that stands in the heart of the city.
Next on the itinerary was Museo ning Angeles, where the guests explored local history and culture through indigenous writing system called Kulitan, curated exhibits and artifacts. The afternoon culminated with an interactive food demonstration at the newly completed Culinarium by Hann Foundation, showcasing the Angeleรฑo way of cooking. Participants rolled up their sleeves to prepare and cook their own sisig, experiencing the iconic Angeles City dish firsthand as they participated in a live demonstration of the sizzling sisig craft.
โThe visit is a wonderful opportunity to exchange culture and tourism insights between Negros Occidental and Angeles City,โ said Ms. Lazatin. โOur guests experienced not only our heritage and hospitality but also the world-class culinary scene that makes Angeles City a unique destination for both domestic and international visitors.โ
The city’s Tourism Office expressed hope that this encounter would pave the way for future cross-provincial tours, knowledge exchange, and joint tourism initiatives that showcase the rich diversity of the region.
