Have you ever craved something new—a meal that’s both comforting and a total flavor adventure? Let’s talk about Filipino food. Imagine tender meats simmered in tangy sauces, crispy bites dipped in sweet-sour dressings, and desserts so vibrant they belong on Instagram. Filipino cuisine is like that friend who’s always up for a good time: warm, …
Picture this: You’re simmering a pot of adobo, the iconic Filipino stew, and the kitchen fills with that irresistible aroma of garlic, vinegar, and Filipino soy sauce. But this isn’t just any soy sauce—it’s toyo, the Filipino version that’s been a kitchen staple for generations. If you’ve ever wondered what makes Filipino dishes like pancit …
However long we have been living outside of the Philippines, my taste buds remain the same. I still crave and long for the food I grew up eating – the taste, nostalgia and for some reason, even a simple Adobo tastes different when eaten while vacationing home. Is there something in the water…or the air …
One of the things I missed while still working in the Philippines are the “lunch outs” with my “officemates”. Thanks to that, I was able to experience different cuisines. What’s great about working in Makati is that it’s beaming with food choices. Filipino, Japanese, and even pockets of specialty dining places abound. The Exports department …
OK. Let’s open up a discussion here. Caught this news bite making its round on social networks and online media outlets. I guess Filipino Food is a good click bait, huh. What dyah think? Coming out as no. 1 is the deliciously addictive “lumping shanghai“. This is a top fave for me as well and …
If Adobo is the unofficial national dish of the Philippines, Pinakbet (to me) is its equivalent in the Ilocano cuisine. With a myriad of vegetables that represent the bounty of the north’s fertile soil, this dish definitely speaks what Ilocos region has to offer. The name originated from the word pinakebbet which means “shriveled” or …
Though I think pork is mostly the meat of choice in Filipino cuisine, there are beef dishes that are integral in our cooking. Two of the most popular ones are the Beef Mechado and this other hearty stew, Beef Caldereta. People at times get confused as to what the difference is between these two. For …
Chicken is a very common food ingredient in various cuisines. Have a look at ten of the most beloved Filipino chicken dishes below and maybe try them yourself (if you haven’t yet) and let us know how you like them in the comment below. 1. Tinolang Manok (Papaya and Ginger Chicken Soup) Tinola is a …
Got pork? Want to see what Filipino food you can cook with it ‘eh? For pork and meat lovers around the world, we’ve compiled below a list of popular Filipino pork dishes. Try them out. List of Filipino Pork Dishes 1) Lechon de Leche (Roasted Suckling Pig) Roasted to perfection over smoldering coals, when one …
Summer is just around the corner and it’s picnic time again! Picnics are always great so we can come out and enjoy the great outdoors. It is also a great time to relax with friends and family. A word of caution. Given the pandemic situation we are in right now, let’s do our role to …
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