A heartwarming children's book, 'Si Migoy, Ang Batang Tausug', by journalist Nelson Canlas and co-writer Dr. Isabel Go, celebrates the rich culture and cuisine of the Tausug people of Mindanao. Inspired by his partner, Chef Miguel Cabel Moreno, Canlas aims to educate children and adults about the unique culinary traditions of the Tausug, highlighting dishes like Tiyula Itum and Piyanggang Manok. The book, initially a personal gift, has grown into a project with national and international recognition, including an inclusion in the Bologna Children’s Book Fair.
February 6, 2025, 6:25 pmGrowing up, I embraced Mindanao as if it were my own backyard. Mama, who was raised in the region, filled my formative years with unforgettable summers and Christmas vacations in the southern part of the Philippines.
Nelson explained his motivation behind creating the book after randomly meeting publisher Kath Eustaquio-Derla at the 2024 Philippine Book Festival almost a year ago. He was covering actress Marian Rivera, who was a guest reader of a children’s book, when he realized that his dream of writing a book for his partner could become a reality.
From left: Illustrator Danielle Florendo, authors Maria Izabelli Go and Nelson Canlas, editor of Odette De Guzman, and publisher Kath Eustaquio-Derla Every element of the book, from its illustrations to the carefully chosen words, was infused with a deep respect for Tausug culture. The project even led the team to experience firsthand the soul of Tausug cuisine, ensuring that every depiction on the page was authentic and heartfelt.
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