Nothing screams “Cebuano snack” more than a pack of dried mangoes. Did you know that the Philippine mango is considered the sweetest kind in the world? More popularly known as the Carabao Mango, it is an integral part of Philippine cuisine. You can find this delicious fruit in many Filipino desserts, such as mango float, mango shakes, and mango pandan.
Indulge in the classic Talisay lechon recipe at Ruthy’s Lechon! Are you familiar with the name Mila Garces? It is one of Talisay City’s most prominent names and one of the oldest Cebu lechon experts on the island. For decades, Mila and her family have created exquisite and mouth-watering lechon dishes through Talisay’s traditional lechon-making process. Their recipe is highly
Which halo-halo store is your favorite? Have you ever tried the famous halo-halo dessert? It’s definitely a must-try when in the Philippines as it is one of the most popular Filipino desserts. The name translates to “mix-mix” because of its unique combination of ingredients, consisting of sweetened beans, leche flan, jackfruit, nata de coco, ube ice cream, and more. When
Learn more about the history of the famous Cebu lechon. In the colonial era, the Spaniards introduced the Filipinos to the concept of slow-roasting a suckling pig in an open fire, then serving it as a centerpiece for a special banquet. This succulent dish was then reimagined by the Filipinos, turning it into one of the most popular dishes worldwide.
Cebuanos know that there is no better place to get siomai other than Tisa. A streetside eatery may seem quaint and small, but it can be the gateway to trying out the local cuisine. Not only that, but you also get to befriend locals who eat at these restaurants on a daily basis. In Cebu, you will find all kinds
Tablea is a popular ingredient used in many Filipino delicacies. Photo courtesy of Leonard Asuque on Unsplash They say if you want instant comfort, just add chocolate. In fact, many popular delicacies in the Philippines are made with chocolate because of one important ingredient: tablea. Tablea refers to the chocolate disk-shaped tablets made from locally sourced cacao. When dissolved, these tablets
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