April 23, 2024–Get ready to savor the flavors of Bacolod as the city gears up for the highly anticipated Bacolod Chicken Inasal Festival 2024, set to go global this time.

Led by Mayor Albee Benitez, Councilors Celia Flor, and Jason Villarosa, alongside Tourism Head Ms. Teresa Manalili, the festival aims to showcase Bacolod’s iconic chicken inasal to the world, with support from representatives of Megaworld, Ayala, and SM malls.

Scheduled for May 24-26, the festival promises a diverse lineup of events, including Food Tasting & Beer Pairing, Barangay Inasal Cook-Off & Workshops, Bacolod Chicken Inasal Awards, The Dance Challenge & Modern Movement Competition, and The Chicken Inasal Global Beats Competition (Street Dance).

With a vision to create platforms and portals for both global and national audiences, the festival is poised to celebrate Bacolod’s rich culinary heritage and vibrant culture like never before.

The meeting was also attended by prominent figures including BENRO Head Ms. Ma. Fe Trespuentes, City Health Office Head Dr. Ma. Carmela Gensoli, representatives from City Engineering Office (CEO), Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO), Public Order and Safety Office (POSO), BFP and Sectoral Office.
(Source: Bacolod City Public Information Office)