Tuklas Cavite! - Arts and Culture

TUKLAS CAVITE- MUNICIPALITY OF NOVELETA                                                                 NOVELETA      HISTORY                   Noveleta, a former barrio of Cavite el Viejo (Kawit), became an independent municipality on January 5,1868 presumably during the Spanish Governor General Jose de la Gandara y Navarro (1866- 1869). Another source says Noveleta was founded one year earlier, in 1867. The name Noveleta is said to have originated from Nueva Isla or New Island, a tern frequently used by the spaniards, referring to the locality. In the early years of the Spanish regime visiting priests described the place as Nueva Late (New fate or Fortune). In the course of time these terms Nueva Isla and Nueva Lete involved of Noveleta. CULTURE Everyone was filled with vibrance and joy as residents of Noveleta celebrated the 112th Feast of the Holy Cross and the 62nd year of Nuestra Senora Dela Paz Y Buen Viaje-Reina de Noveleta from May 2 to 4, 2017. Over 5,000 residents of Novelet

  Indang City History               Indang is one of the towns of the province Cavite that is now known as the Philippine's coffee capital together with other eight coffee-producing towns. In order to boost up Cavite's industry, Don Robertos Winery came up with another first-of its kind, The first brewed Coffee Wine in the World.     With the combined agricultural wealth and historical tradition of wine making, the possibilities are endless for the Philippines to become a true competitor in the global wine making industry. Food Kalamay Indang          Kalamay Indang is also known as Kalamay Buna, which has been designated as the one-town-one-product by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) office in Cavite has a history of more than one century.     Kalamay Indang is a traditional kakanin is described as sweet and chewy that is made of glutinous rice, coconut milk and brown sugar, and sprinkled with young coconut meat or ripe jackfruit strips. Culture Irok Festival     Iro

  Silang City History     It is believed that Silang is one of the oldest towns in Cavite. There are archeological evidences that shows that human settlement was already established as early as 14th century in what was once part of Silang.        A legend explains that it was named Silang because the town is located in the eastern portion " Silangan" of the province. Another legend tells that the Roman Catholic Church was born  " isinilang"  from the ground. Food                               B alinsasayaw Restaurant     Silang is known for its farm and garden restaurants at the forefront, a laid-back and countryside vibe. Balinsasayaw boasts cozy kubo o nipa huts and of course, Filipino favorites. Their best sellers are Bulalo, Crispy Kare Kare, Grilled Squid and the Balinsasayaw Chicken Mango Salad. It is located in Brgy. Luksuhin, Aguinaldo Highway, Silang, Cavite. Concha's Garden Cafe     Concha's is a little garden paradise in the South offering homema

  Trece Martires City History      Trece Martires which used to be Quintana was named after the Thirteen Martyrs of Cavite, who were judged of rebellion and were executed by the Spaniards on September 12, 1896 during the Philippine Revolution. Trece Martires was one of the largest and remotest barrios in Cavite.      From 1900-1930, the place was subdivided into cattle ranches and sugar farms which is owned by the Valencia and Soriano Families of Tanza. Just before the outbreak of  World War II, the government awarded these lands to be the tenant occupants on an installment basis. Food Bibingkinitan     Bibingka is the  best enjoyed food of the people after Simbang Gabi during Christmas Season. A baked rice caked that is traditionally cooked in clay pots lined with leaves.      Aling Kika's Food Products      A store the had a humble beginning in the 70's that offers different filipino desserts that is called  kakanin,  that comes with different variety and styles.  Culture   

   Tagaytay City History      During the Philippine revolution in 1896, the revolutionaries found refuge on these ridges and forests; those in Cavite, particularly in Masilao which is now called Amadeo, Malabon Grande which is now called General Trias, Mendez, Silang, Indang, and Dasmari ñas as well as in Laguna and Batangas. Going to and from their destinations, they termed the process managaytay , which meant they would traverse th ridges.      Tagaytay City was once a cogon land before it was discovered after the Taal Volcano eruption. The cogon's vast stretches gave the Katipuneros a ready sanctuary when they needed to.     On January 21, 1938, Tagaytay City became a chartered city upon the enactment of the Commonwealth Act No. 338. Which was authored by Representative Justiniano Montano and was signed by the former President Manuel L. Quezon. Tagaytay is a planned city that covers areas of Mendez, Amadeo, and Silang. Food   Bulalo           Bulalo is a Filipino beef dish that