Have you ever wondered what those little leaves that add some texture to your classic bowl of Tinola are? Moringa, also known as malunggay in the ...
Culinary Arts
What is Bok Choy?
Green and leafy, bok choy is a delightful and dynamic vegetable to utilize in the kitchen. Bok choy goes by many names, but in the Philippines we ...
Serrano Pepper
With some dishes, all it takes is one ingredient to ensure that everything clicks. May it be a dash of brown sugar, or a good squeeze of calamansi, ...
What is Okra?
There are a handful of ingredients in the culinary world we deem polarizing; bring them up in conversation and they’re met with either adoration or ...
What is Eggplant?
Long and purple with a trademark green stem, eggplant is one of the most common ingredients you can find in Philippine stews and soups. Although some ...
What is Kangkong?
The Philippines is home to so many different vegetables . These has been an essential part of every Filipino's healthy lifestyle. Whether you are ...
Ampalaya
There is a great deal of ingredients and food items that go down in history for their infamy. And majority of the time, you can find this applies to ...
What is Star Anise?
Have you ever heard of star anise? True to its name, it is a small, star-shaped spice we can find in several Asian cuisines. This spice is a popular ...
What is Calamansi?
One of the other most popular fruits is none other than the citrus fruit, calamansi. It can be found in fruit juices, and as a garnish for other ...
How to Cook a Lobster
Lobsters are loved for their tender meat and if cooked well, can make a delicious meal. Because of their size and shells, knowing how to cook a ...