It’s really quite hard not to love a good omelette. The delicious, buttery, and creamy egg, paired alongside a filling of your choice, makes for a dish truly memorable. It’s no wonder that in many hotels and resort breakfast buffets, the omelette station is the place to be. With something for everyone, omelettes make for…
Almondigas is a soup dish that has two main ingredients: meatballs and patola (this is also known as loofa of Chinese okra). I’m not sure where exactly this dish originated but it sure reminds me of a similar Spanish dish called Albondigas. I used to call this dish Misua and Patola soup not until my…
Crispy Garlic Bangus has always been a favorite in my household. Touted as the Philippines’ national fish, milkfish, or bangus as we more commonly refer to it as, is a Filipino favorite without question. There’s a rich creaminess to bangus that you can’t get in any other fish, and it’s something people both young and…
Ginisang Sigarilyas is a classic dish with onion, garlic, and of course, the refreshing taste of crunchy sigarilyas or winged bean, this is a recipe that satisfies everything you’d want in your delicious Filipino ulam. It is sure to get you full, and won’t be a strain on your health even if you eat more…
Aloe Vera is an evergreen succulent plant that thrives in tropical and semi-tropical climates. Short and stocky, its leaves resemble that of cacti: pointy, thick, and fleshy. While it may just seem like any other plant, aloe vera’s health benefits actually make it an incredibly sought after succulent. In many skincare and cosmetic products, an…
You might be familiar with the greatly popular meal combination called “Surf and turf.” This is where you put some seafood and meat in a perfectly balanced dish duo, ranging from steak and lobster to some fish with chicken. But another cuisine collaboration with the same appeal that you should be taking notice of as…
The smoky aroma of a tasty slab of meat is hard to rival. Satisfying for all senses, Filipinos enjoy meat no matter the portion or time of day. Whether it’s a big celebration with family and friends alike, or a nice and quiet meal by yourself, a good piece of pork is enough to lift…
One of the most popular and frequently used seasonings around the world, garlic is a staple in almost every kitchen. No matter what cuisine you cook regularly –– or even what restaurant you order from! –– you’ve tasted garlic at least once in your life. Its pungent aroma is only a telltale sign for its…
What is a perfect meal for you? For some people, it’s extravagance that comes to mind. The finest of steaks, the freshest of seafoods, or the fanciest of other ingredients –– these may be the most ideal! But for others, like myself, there’s a certain joy in simplicity. Even the humble ingredients you can find…
The tender and juicy meat of duck has had people’s mouths water for centuries. Its rich taste is unlike any other meat out there, and is deserving of a recipe that can bring out its uniqueness. And with an abundance of mouthwatering flavors, patotin, or whole stewed duck, is a dish beyond compare. Patotin is…
