What is the difference between a boodle fight and kamayan?

Kamayan means eating with the hands. A boodle fight is a kamayan feast served on a long shared surface, a tradition rooted in the Philippine military where everyone eats together as equals.

Is acacia wood safe for serving food directly?

Yes. Acacia is food safe and non toxic. For a boodle fight you can serve directly on the wood or line it with banana leaves for the traditional presentation.

How do I clean the set after a boodle fight?

Hand wash with mild soap and warm water, then dry immediately. Never soak it or put it in the dishwasher. Oil it with food grade mineral oil now and then to keep it conditioned.

How many people does a hosting set serve?

Our sets range from intimate gatherings to larger groups. Each product page lists the pieces and size so you can match the set to your headcount.

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Boodle Fight & Kamayan Sets

The boodle fight is more than a meal. It is the whole family reaching for the same spread, hands and stories meeting over banana leaves. Our acacia hosting sets and serving trays give that tradition a reusable, food safe centerpiece you can bring out for every handaan, not just once.