Table 8 The table below shows the representation of the summarized Luzon Island pancit cooking materials and equipment. The materials and equipment were group into five categories. The groupings were based from the fieldwork done for the research. This only shows that the diversity of pancit as a culinary heritage entity of the Island is significant. This is also based from the community’s cultural identity (conceptualized by the authors)
Category | Cooking materials and equipment |
|---|---|
Noodle making tools and equipment | Kabayo, Jako, noodle presser, noodle kneading machine, liquor bottle, mixer, noodle cutter, knife |
Cooking equipment | Gas range, Pugon, Kalang Kahoy, wood (Gatong), rice husk (Ipa), Aromang Kahoy, flat iron |
Pots, pans, and containers | Wok, stock pot, casserole, sautéing pan, frying pan, bowl |
Measuring devices | Soup ladle, sautéing ladle, noodle ladle, tongs |
Knives, hand tools, and small equipment | Strainer, grater, squeezer, mortar and pestle |