One of the best things about being a Filipino cook, or being someone who has tasted the country’s cuisine, is that you have probably been exposed to various ways to have seafood. Sinigang, anyone? Since the Philippines is an archipelago, there is a lot of accessibility to the best offerings from the sea. And so…
Rarely do you come across a dish whose visual is as powerful and impressive as the mighty paella. Oftentimes served in a large, wobbly pan, the sight and smell alone of this Spanish treat is always one to behold. Colorful, bold and overflowing with ingredients, every bite of paella is a delight brimming with so…
Feeling under the weather? Whether it’s due to a tiring day of work, catching a flu that’s going around, or even just having a bad day, there’s nothing a nice bowl of warm soup can’t fix. And there’s rarely any better soup than Pinoy Chicken Sopas: warm and comforting spoonfuls of macaroni in a creamy,…
With insanely crispy skin that gives way to meat tender like no other, rarely can anyone resist the charms of fried chicken. The only thing that could possibly make fried chicken better is making it so compact you could easily pop one in your mouth. Such is the case in the recipe we have for…
If you’re like me, you’re always on the lookout for ways to put a twist on classic household staples. Whether it’s pantry ingredients or frozen proteins, there’s never a bad time to try out something new, especially when its components are simple and inexpensive! CDO Idol Cheesedog is one such example of a dish that…
The savory, umami combination of soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic breathes life into the classic dish we know as adobo. Who doesn’t love deliciously tender chunks of chicken that soak up an incredibly dynamic sauce? With easy, go-to components like eggs, peppercorn, vinegar, soy sauce and bay leaves, among others, it comes as no surprise…
What first comes to mind when you think of mushrooms? For others, the immediate response would be the red, spotted bulb tops of Super Mario fame. But alternatively (and on a less video game-centered note), many would instead remember one of the many different kinds of fungi that have found a home in cuisines across…
In all honesty, who can say no to a moist and spongy cake? There’s something so enchanting about having a generous slice of deliciousness just melt in your mouth. Cake is a favorite dessert for a reason—not just in the Philippines, but all across the world. But only in the Philippines can you find the…
When choosing what meal to make for the day, comfort is one utmost priority. We love a dish that’s familiar to us without being tiring or repetitive—one that easily puts a smile on your face. And simmering in an array of hearty, filling ingredients, chicken mechado is a comfort stew for the ages. This tomato-based…
Igado is a popular Ilocano dish made from pork tenderloin and pig’s innards such as liver, kidney, heart. This is definitely one of the best Filipino foods around, in my opinion. However, some people might still need to acquire a taste for it. There are many ways to describe Filipino cooking. But one trait that…
