Filipino Fruits
Known as Calamansi in English and Kalamansi in Tagalog, this citrus fruit boasts various names in different regions, such as “Suwa” in Bicol. It is a distinctly Filipino fruit, as the Philippines is the primary producer of Calamansi worldwide. Resembling...
Filipino Fruits
Emerging from the lush landscapes of Southern China and Hainan Island, the Lychee, also known as Litchi in Filipino or Lecheas in other regions, is a delightful tropical fruit. The lychee tree is adorned with glossy white, succulent fruits, enveloped in a rigid but...
Pinoy Recipes
Some are confused with Laing and Pinangat. Although, the main ingredient used for both recipes are the same, which is taro leaves, with Pinangat, fresh leaves are used unlike the Laing recipe. Pinangat is compiling a layer of fresh taro leaves to wrap other...
Philippine Beauty
This type of legume has so many names, but I believe it’s popularly known as Lima beans. Its fruits are grown in vines in tropical areas, worldwide. Bicolanos love to cook many types of vegetables, including legumes, in coconut milk, and so is Lima beans. Pisug or...
Pinoy Recipes
My dear husband fondly refers to me as the “Caldereta Maestro,” a title I’ve earned through years of perfecting my unique Beef Caldereta recipe, also known as Kalderetang Baka. This hearty Filipino beef stew is a harmonious blend of ingredients,...
