Episode 4: Why Artisanal Salts Matter with Dr. Kathleen Apilado

Good and Green

Chit Juan chats with Dr. Kathleen Apilado about her advocacy for artisanal salts in the Philippines. Discover what inspired Dr. Apilado to champion local salt farmers and how she supports them through initiatives like salt mapping. Learn about her involvement with Slow Food Manila and the Slow Food Youth Network Philippines. Dr. Apilado also sheds light on the ASIN Law, its origins, and its impact on the industry. Finally, find out what you can do to help support local salt farmers and promote sustainable practices.

GUEST BIO:

Dr. Kathleen Apilado is the Dean of the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Jose Rizal University. She holds a degree of Doctor in Hospitality Management from the Philippine Women’s University & a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Perpetual Help Laguna, and Bachelor of Science in Hotel Restaurant Management at Lyceum of the Philippines University in Manila.

Dean Apilado is also recognized for her leadership skills and active collaboration with local government units and private sectors for cultural and tourism, and sustainable development goals initiatives, her passion for helping and preserving the culture of artisan sea-salt and helping the salt farmers has reached top international hotels and restaurants for support.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• What motivated Dr. Kathleen Apilado to champion artisanal salts in the Philippines.
• How Dr. Apilado assists local salt farmers through innovative practices and resources.
• What salt mapping is and its importance in the local salt industry.
• Dr. Apilado’s involvement with Slow Food Manila
• What the ASIN Law is
• How you can support local salt farmers

QUOTES:

• “I want this information to be disseminated to my kids. So when I was eating, I was wondering - my kids need to know what they are eating.” - Dr. Kathleen Apilado
• “It's good that we support local, but unfortunately for our artisanal salt farmers, the livelihood, the thing that they produce, it became illegal for them. So, their livelihood was cut. They're producing, yes. And then, the salt that they produce, it doesn't reach the market anymore.” - Dr. Kathleen Apilado
• “Having the ASIN law, it's good that we support local, but we need to focus also with our salt farmers. We need to save them.” - Dr. Kathleen Apilado
• “In the food industry, they say that you only need three things, salt, fat, and fire. And, that really makes the difference in having good tasting food.” - Chit Juan

RESOURCES:

• Dr. Apilado on Facebook and Instagram
• Dr. Apilado in Jose Rizal University
• Slow Food Manila on Facebook
• ASIN Law

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