Get ready for the loudest, wildest, and most delicious showdown on weekend television! This Saturday, award-winning broadcast journalist Kara David goes head-to-head with the “Jusa ng Kagandahan” herself, Miss Earth Philippines 2025 Joy Barcoma, in a special two-part episode of Pinas Sarap: Kusina Battle (Lakambukid Edition). Trading studio lights for farm boots, the duo travels to Concepcion, Tarlac to tackle six grueling agricultural challenges.

Part 1 throws both stars straight into the deep end across three action-packed rounds designed to test their speed, stamina, and resourcefulness. First up, Kara and Joy must harvest sweet potatoes and haul their heavy yield using a farm tractor. Next, they wade into the muddy rice fields to catch kamaru (mole crickets)—a local agricultural pest that doubles as a savory delicacy when cooked as adobong kamaru. Will the duo brave the mud and actually enjoy the unique flavor of this field delicacy?

The chaos peaks in the third round as the battle shifts to goat herding. In a true test of patience and agility, Kara and Joy must maneuver lively goats into their pen under the heat of the afternoon sun. To keep their energy high through the exhaustion, the welcoming locals of Concepcion treat the hosts to a rich, comforting serving of authentic kalderetang kambing.

Beyond the friendly rivalry, this episode promises a hearty blend of humor, culture, and a genuine appreciation for the hard work of Filipino farmers. Seeing a veteran journalist and a reigning beauty queen roll up their sleeves in the mud proves that culinary adventures are best experienced straight from the source.

Who will conquer the farm tasks to earn the coveted title of Ultimate Lakambukid, and who will surrender to the grueling rural challenge? Don’t miss the thrilling first part of Pinas Sarap: Kusina Battle (Lakambukid Edition) this Saturday at 8:15 PM on GTV!