Philippine Food History and Culture

Ige Ramos is a book designer, food writer, visual artist, cultural worker, and food scholar. He is the managing director of the Ugnayan Center for Filipino Gastronomy, which he describes as a “laboratory for the accumulation of practical knowledge.” There, he publishes, conducts independent research, and holds workshops on heirloom cuisine, edible design, food studies, and comparative gastronomy. His book, Dila at Bandila: Ang Paghahanap sa Pambansang Panlasa ng Filipinas, which won the 39th National Book Award for best food book, investigates how geography, technology, ingredients, and demographic shifts influence the taste and flavor of Filipino cuisine.