Bicol Express, perhaps the dish most commonly associated with the Bicol Region, may not even be from Bicol. Bicol Express is a famous stew made with gata (coconut milk) and wild chilies. Traditionally, pork and balaw (shrimp paste) take centerstage, cooking in a...
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Sasha Lim Uy
The Nora Daza legacy lives on
There was a point, a few years ago, when a Filipino restaurant overseas was a cause for celebration. At a time when Filipino cuisine was generating global buzz, it was, perhaps, the most measurable form of validation. But in the 1970s, when social media was...
Local Brew: Proudly Philippine Coffee
The brands championing Philippine specialty coffee in the global marketplace The Philippines has always been known for coffee. The country has been producing coffee since the 18th century and supplying it to the United States since the 19th century. Back then,...
The Deal with Durian
The durian offers a polarizing experience. So-called the “king of fruits” in various parts of Southeast Asia, its most common variation comes as large and thorny, with a strong, pungent smell and a delicious, creamy texture that’s akin to an ice cream bar. The...
A league of her own
We won’t blame you if you’ve never heard of Johanne Siy or tried her cooking. Most of us haven’t. Even some of the most seasoned foodies and culinary personalities in the Philippines only learned her name in early June 2021 when Singapore's World Gourmet Awards named...
Tips and tricks for home bakers
Chef Jackie Ang Po has been cooking even before Metro Manila’s restaurant boom. Her restaurant Fleur de Lys Patisserie Inc. has been in business since 2001 and, as a spokesperson for numerous cooking products, her face is one of the most recognizable in the local...
Where to Eat Halal Food
Halal might not be on every Filipino’s culinary vocabulary – yet. However, they’re not exactly oblivious to it. Middle Eastern and Indian food have been popular cuisines in the country for decades. You’ve most likely encountered shawarma during a post-drinking eating...
A Halal Grocery List
In recent years, both the government and private sector have continually poured efforts into promoting halal food. Halal isn’t just a culinary standard. Its preparation follows a specific set of steps, including a method of slaughter that involves an adult Muslim and...
Bread Talk
Filipino bread is always evocative of nostalgia.
Chocolates with local flavors
You should know by now that, like Philippine coffee, our chocolate is truly world-class.