The crispy skin of lechón kawali, a hint of palm vinegar, the subtle trail of pandan rice: from the first bite, the archipelago seems to spin in a kaleidoscope of flavors. With every turn, a new shard of history flashes. Appearing in succession: Austronesian hearths, Chinese junks laden with soy […]
A refreshing Filipino ceviche of raw tuna bathed in rice vinegar, bright citrus, and crisp vegetables. The sun has barely risen. Aboard a wooden banca off Surigao, the workday has already given way to breakfast. A fisherman hoists his net, revealing a shimmering tanigue, still trembling in the rigging. He […]
A delicious ube latte recipe better than any coffee shop The first thing you notice is the color: a lavender hue tending towards amethyst, swirling in the glass like an edible sunset. When the barista sets down an iced ube latte, its aroma is slightly nutty, as if vanilla met […]
A Filipino Chicken Adobo recipe that will delight even the most discerning palates. Simple to make and hassle-free Chicken Adobo is the national dish of the Philippines, and for good reason! Honestly, it’s so simple to make that it truly has the potential to become your favorite Asian chicken recipe. […]
Lechon kawali, sometimes called pan-roasted pork, differs from lechon, the iconic Filipino roast pig and national dish of the Philippines. While lechon is roasted over glowing charcoal in a pit, lechon kawali is prepared by first boiling and then frying a cut of pork (usually pork belly) What is Lechon […]
Ube Halaya, also known as purple yam jam, is an essential element of Philippine cuisine. Originating from the Philippines, this delicious ube paste is traditionally called “nilupak na ube”. It is prepared from boiled and mashed purple yam, and its name “halaya” is derived from the Spanish word “jalea”, meaning […]
