Growing up, tortang talong was a staple in my household. My father plants them and we sell the extra eggplants to neighbors and the local market. Because there’s so much, we end up being forced to eat them so they don’t go to waste. As a child I hated them! You’ll be surprised at how […]
Easy Filipino Dessert for Father’s Day! Greetings friends! I hope you’re all doing well on this lovely day. I’m excited to share with you a traditional Filipino delicacy that’s sure to delight your tastebuds – maja blanca (ma-ha blahn-ka). Translating to “coconut milk pudding”, this silky smooth coconut-corn concoction has been a staple delicacy in […]
This is how I fell in love with this beef tripe recipe. So picture this. I was out with friends on a cold December evening. We met in one of the posh restaurants in Cubao called A Mano restaurant, We hadn’t seen each other for the past 10 years and the pre-ordered food lay forgotten […]
A Delicious Taste of the Philippines: Cooking Dinuguan Ah, pork dinuguan – a savory and rich blood stew that’s a beloved staple in Filipino cuisine. Cooked this a few days back and just thinking about it makes my mouth water. Buckle up, moms, because this recipe is not for the faint of heart (or stomach!), […]
When it comes to creating unique seafood recipes, you’ve got to think outside of the (cook)book. Pressure-cooking octopus in tomatoes is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters with its bold yet balanced flavors. From first bite to last, this dish will transport your taste buds on a saucy adventure they won’t soon forget. […]
SlurpingUpNoodles: Sotanghon Soup is the Ultimate Comfort Food! Chicken sotanghon noodles soup for the win! Moms are always on the hunt for easy, cozy meals to warm their bellies and souls on chilly evenings. As the chill in the air begins to deepen and the leaves change colors, nothing beats curling up with a big […]
A Linguistic and Cultural Exploration of Key Culinary Concepts Have you ever wondered what makes Filipino food so special? It’s not just the delicious flavors, but also the way we approach cooking itself! Today, I was thinking about two fun Filipino words, “sahog” and “lahok,” that unlock the secrets behind our amazing cuisine. Remember those […]
