Anthony Bourdain's Prediction About Adobo

From My Food Readings This Week

Why is Adobo a favorite? https://bourdainworld.com/food-travel/the-filipino-dish-anthony-bourdain-believed-would-be-a-major-trend/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAEed5TJkqj-v66YaaoHJbyK53aaK4P2QA51MN202cxbcwwC73kzoL3nEIOxS94_aem_oVVagWLQOiuRrlM0U89TMg#goog_rewarded

Adobo is a beloved Filipino dish, and its popularity can be attributed to several factors:

Flavor profile: Adobo's unique blend of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and bay leaves creates a rich, savory, and slightly sour taste that many people find irresistible.
Versatility: Adobo can be made with various proteins like chicken, pork, beef, or seafood, and even vegetables, making it a versatile dish that suits different tastes and dietary preferences.
Cultural significance: Adobo is often considered the Philippines' national dish, and its aroma and taste evoke a sense of nostalgia and comfort for many Filipinos.
Accessibility: The ingredients are readily available in most markets, and the recipe is relatively simple, making it a staple in many Filipino households.

The Chicken Adobo- Most Popular Dish of the Philippines

Anthony Bourdain's prediction about Adobo becoming a major trend might not be surprising, given its enduring popularity in the Philippines and its growing global recognition. Have you tried Adobo before?I didn't see you at the Happy Hour today so thought I would send a photo showing the wonderful food and drinks you missed.

Meanwhile, here's the AI Overview on the Above Topic:

AI Overview: While Anthony Bourdain did not make a singular, famous, direct prediction solely about adobo, he was a vocal proponent of Filipino cuisine and predicted it would become the next big food trend in the United States, often highlighting 

sisig as the dish that would win over American palates. 

• Prediction for Filipino Food: In an interview with CNN Philippines, Bourdain indicated that Filipino food was poised to break through in the U.S., similar to how Korean food gained massive popularity.
• The Role of Sisig: He believed that sisig, a sizzling dish made from chopped pork (head and liver), was the ultimate gateway dish for Americans to get into Filipino cuisine.
• Adobo's Position: While he praised adobo and explored its various recipes in Parts Unknown, he viewed it as part of the broader, "less intimidating" entry point for newcomers, along with dishes like sinigang.
• Context: He noted that American palates were changing, making them more receptive to the sour, bitter, and savory notes inherent in Filipino cooking. 

Note: While some social media posts and articles attribute the "next big thing" prediction directly to Anthony Bourdain, the specific quote "I predict, two years from now, Filipino food will be what we will have been talking about for six months" is generally attributed to Andrew Zimmern. However, Bourdain strongly agreed with the sentiment and praised Filipino food extensively. 

Here in Walnut Creek, Maymay Cravings have Adobo in their Menu. Moreover

pre-packaged is available in the frozen section of Trader's Joe here in Walnut 

Creek. 

My Photo of the Day: Ribs Adobo from Tropa Restaurant in Lafayette

 

Lastly, I received this note and Photo from Maureen B

I didn't see you at the Happy Hour yesterday so thought I would send a photo showing the wonderful food and drinks you missed.

My Reply: Thanks, Maureen for the Photo.  I thought you had lumpia? Just Dreaming, I guess! 

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