• From Manila go to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to board a flight to Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport, Tacloban.
• From Tacloban, take Maharlika Hwy/Pan-Philippine Hwy/Route 1/AH26 to reach Catbalogan City.
• From behind the Catbalogan City Hall, turn right to Rizal Ave. then left to San Francisco street.
• Then turn right to Curry Ave. and straight ahead until the Catbalogan Public Market by Primark.

• Social Practices, Rituals, Festivals, Knowledge and Practices related to the universe and nature

• Public Market in the City of Catbalogan, for the Supply of Carabao knuckles and legs, Aromatics, and Vegetables
• City of Catbalogan, Brgy. Canlapwas, for the Supply of Calamansi

• Farmers
• Suppliers
• Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol
• Nerissa Nabual, the owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an

Carabao Knuckles and Legs - PHP 2,800.00/ set
Tugabang leaves - PHP 10.00/ bundle
Kalongkagong - PHP 250.00/ bundle
Siling Haba - PHP 120/ bundle

The Carabao knuckles and legs are bought in sets, along with other carabao bones. The size and weight varies depending on the available set in the market, making the price and weight inconsistent every purchase.

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol

• Catbalogan Public Market by Primark, Catbalogan City Samar
• Curry Avenue, Catbalogan City

• Farmers
• Suppliers
• Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol
• Nerissa Nabual, the owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an

Carabao Knuckles and Legs - PHP 2,800.00/ set
Tugabang leaves - PHP 10.00/ bundle
Kalongkagong - PHP 250.00/ bundle
Siling Haba - PHP 120.00/ bundle

Not Applicable

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol

• Catbalogan Public Market by Primark, Catbalogan City Samar
• Brgy. Canlapwas, Catbalogan City

• Farmers
• Suppliers
• Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol
• Nerissa Nabual, the owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an

Carabao Knuckles and Legs - PHP 2,800.00/ set
Tugabang leaves - PHP 10.00/ bundle
Kalongkagong - PHP 250.00/ bundle
Siling Haba - PHP 120.00/ bundle

Fresh ingredients need to be used immediately to avoid spoilage.

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an
Nerissa Nabual, the owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an

• Kaldero
• Stove Top
• Ladle
• Utensils
• Ital (Axe)

• Curry Avenue, Catbalogan City, Samar

• Butcher
• Chefs and Cooks
• Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol
• Nerissa Nabual, the owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an

Not Applicable

The grandfather initially prepared Pakdol using a traditional wood-fired stove called a "pugon." The family believes that cooking with a wood fire provides a distinctive smoky flavor to the dish that modern cooking techniques cannot replicate. The family eventually transitioned to a gas stove and pressure cooker due to considerations of cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Although contemporary techniques provide ease of use, they do not achieve the same smoky richness of flavor as the traditional "pugon."

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol

• Thoroughly scrape or singe the hair off the feet. Wash the knuckles and feet well.
• Put the knuckles and feet in a large cauldron “kaldero”. Add the rest of the ingredients
• Pour the water. You may need more to cover the ingredients with about 1-inch water
• Boil using a pressure cooker for 30-45 minutes.
• Serve

• Vendor’s Kitchen Space in Catbalogan City, Samar
• Vendor’s Personal House or Homes

• Butcher
• Chefs and Cooks

Carabao Knuckles and Legs - PHP 2,800.00/ set
Tugabang leaves - PHP 10.00/ bundle
Kalongkagong - PHP 250.00/ bundle
Siling Haba - PHP 120.00/ bundle

Charcoal, the fuel required for the pugon, became significantly more expensive than gas. The switch to gas stoves allowed them to reduce their fuel expenses. The family acknowledges a trade-off in flavor as the pugon imparted a unique smoky flavor taste that is absent in their current version.
The food production process lacks sanitation; the stall has insufficient and inadequate kitchen space. The butchering of meat occurs near the dishwashing area where soap/chemicals are present, and in the dining area, where customers are present.

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol

• The owner has access to a cooler and refrigerator, which keeps ingredients fresh and stored correctly.
• Cooked Pakdol typically has a shelf life of only two days. The short window made them prioritize freshness by cooking only an average of one to two batches/large kaldero of Pakdol, likely to be sold out daily.
• If some Pakdol remains unsold, the owner stores the leftover meat in the cooler, discards the old broth, and prepares a fresh broth for the following day.
• A First-In, First-Out (FIFO) system is implemented to ensure that any leftover Pakdol from the previous day is sold before the newly prepared batches.

• Vendor’s Kitchen Space in Catbalogan City, Samar
• Vendor’s Personal House or Homes

• Chefs and Cooks
• Customers

A single bowl of Pakdol, consisting of one cut of meat and broth, costs PHP 110.00 (as of 2024)
A single cup of rice cost PHP 10.00 (as of 2024)

The short life and lack of long-term preservation measures are anticipated to limit the business's production capacity. Preparing huge batches of Pakdol in advance increases the risk of spoiling and financial loss.
Improper storage may lead to cross-contamination, which may cause foodborne illnesses if not handled correctly.

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol

• Food stall in the Catbalogan Public Market by Primark

• Catbalogan Public Market by Primark
• Curry Avenue, Catbalogan City, Samar

• Chefs and Cooks
• Customers

A single bowl of Pakdol, consisting of one cut of meat and broth, costs PHP 110.00 (as of 2024)
A single cup of rice cost PHP 10.00 (as of 2024)

The store has a Facebook page for orders, but it is only available for pick-up by customers. During the pandemic, they utilized “HiBes”, where customers can place an order through messenger and deliver it to them, however, post-pandemic, it is not used anymore. They don’t accommodate deliveries anymore, only for pick-ups.

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an

• A la carte service
• During the pandemic, they offered online ordering using a messenger group chat called "Hi Bes," which is well known in Catbalogan City for ordering food online. They still accept online ordering through their Facebook page, but they primarily provide pick-up options only or rely on clients to arrange their deliveries.

• Catbalogan Public Market by Primark
• Curry Avenue, Catbalogan City, Samar

• Chefs and Cooks
• Customers
• Food Couriers

A single bowl of Pakdol, consisting of one cut of meat and broth, costs PHP 110.00 (as of 2024)
A single cup of rice cost PHP 10.00 (as of 2024)

The food preparation area, where meat is chopped and stored and dishes are washed, is located in an open space near the dining area where customers eat. This setup could lead to cross-contamination and disrupt the dining experience.

Daisylou Gloria, co-owner of Nerissa “Nabual” Bulalo-an, cooks and prepares the pakdol