Filipino Desserts
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...
Filipino Desserts
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...
Filipino Fruits
Widely recognized as star fruit or Carambola, Balimbing is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. In Tagalog, it is called “Balimbing,” while Bicolanos refer to it as “Dolongan.” This unique fruit reveals a star-like shape when sliced,...
Filipino Fruits
Guavas, tropical fruits cherished around the globe, boast an impressive nutritional profile, with high levels of vitamin C and folic acid. These fruits exhibit a range of sizes and colors, starting as green when young and transitioning to yellow, pink, or even a deep...
Filipino Fruits
A wild type of Philippine fruit, Kurumbut fruits are sized small. They grow on vines, bear green fruits when very young, and yellow when ripened. You’ll find them blooming on fences or bushes in the wilds, or forests. Just like the passion fruit, Kurumbut has a...
Filipino Fruits
Mabolo, also known as velvet apple or butter fruit, is scientifically known as Diospyros blancoi. It is a tropical fruit native to the Philippines and some parts of Southeast Asia. The fruit is unique in appearance, with a brown to reddish-brown, velvety skin, giving...
