Pandesal is a popular type of bread roll in the Philippines. It is a staple in many Filipino households and is commonly eaten for breakfast or as a daily snack. Usually available from bakeries or street vendors, pandesal pairs well with hot chocolate or coffee. The...
The Filipino corn, known as “mais” in Tagalog, is a common staple crop in the Philippines. What makes it unique as far as its texture and flavor as compared to other corns worlwide, is that Filipino corn, especially native varieties, tends to be stickier...
Kalingking may not be well-known worldwide, or ven nationwide in the Philippines, but perhaps I could be the first to claim that this snack recipe is a Bicolano original. In fact, it is! The word “kalingking” actually pertains to the pinky part of the...
As Bicolanos, we take pride in our contributions to the Philippine society in many ways, especially regarding food. For decades, Bicolanos have created many kinds of recipes that are now widely known while trying our best to introduce other delicious recipes that are...
Suman sa Ibus is a traditional Filipino rice cake made from glutinous rice that is often wrapped in young palm leaves called “ibus” or “buri.” This dessert is popular in the Philippines and is usually enjoyed during special occasions or as a...
Biko is a traditional Filipino dessert made from glutinous rice, coconut milk, and brown sugar. Also called “Linungkay” in Bicol, it is a type of rice cake known as “kakanin” in the Philippines. It is perhaps the most popular Filipino sweet...
