The allure of a delicious lasagna is oftentimes too tempting to resist. Those with cooking, baking, or casserole dishes have probably made at least one lasagna in their lifetime. It’s an easy favorite and sure win, after all. With layer after layer of pasta, meat, and cheese, this Italian dish is absolutely delish. From the…
Recipes
Crispy Pata Dinakdakan
The Ilocos region is absolutely brimming with rich history at every corner. From sunny, bright beaches to historical landmarks that will send you back in time, anywhere in this region will breathe life and color into your travels. But the beautiful scenery isn’t the only thing that makes this gorgeous part of the country tourist-worthy….
Christmas Chicken Curry
Some dishes don’t immediately scream holiday spirit to you. Yet one bite and you’ll find yourself with something to celebrate almost immediately! For some, even the humblest and most everyday of meals can become a Christmas tradition. Any meal can become special, after all, when you’re sharing it with the people you love most. That’s…
Ham and Chicken Macaroni Salad
For a dish that originated in America, there is something that feels so inherently Filipino about a plate of delicious macaroni salad. It is a dish that never goes missing in family gatherings, especially in time for the holidays. But I can tell you that this tastes even better with a couple of meat components…
Fried Chicken with Mayo Garlic Glaze
In recent years, we’ve seen more and more cooks experiment with the popular classic— crunchy fried chicken. Well, I’ve decided to jump in the trend with my own rendition made with creamy, savory mayonnaise. Care to try my Fried Chicken with Mayo Garlic Glaze? Fried Chicken with Mayo Garlic Glaze The name of the dish…
Killer Crispy Sinigang
When it comes to naming your favorite Filipino food, people usually fall into two camps: the soups, and the meats. Under soups you have your tinolang manok, your nilaga, and, undoubtedly, the ever popular sinigang as champions of Filipino cuisine. But on the other hand, crispy pata, liempo, and of course, lechon and lechon kawali…
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Bacon
Indulgent comfort food has managed to turn even the worst of days upside down. Sometimes you can’t help but want to treat yourself; give in to the simple joys of good food and good company. When the days seem long and thinking of something to cook seems tedious, there’s nothing wrong with returning to good…
Crispy Lechon Belly with Bacon
Feeling like getting festive with your meals? Crispy Lechon Belly with Bacon is a great way to go when you want something special to serve in a gathering. You can double down on the juicy, irresistible crunch of lechon belly with some crispy, delicious bacon. If you have yet to try combining these two meaty…
Sisig Paella
Pinoy cooks really just love playing with rice, which likely stems from the natural love we have for this handy ingredient. This is why we have adapted plenty of great standalone rice dishes, such as paella. But what if you had this flavorful classic with a tasty Filipino favorite? That’s where our Sisig Paella comes…
Festive Tuna Carbonara
‘Tis the holiday season once more, and nothing gets people more hyped up for the festivities than good food! Families and friends alike can’t wait to gather around a large table, mouths watering and stomachs growling as they stare down at the feast awaiting them! This year, don’t hesitate to bring some of your favorite…
Garlic Pepper Beef
What turns a good dish into an exceptional one? I think that when it comes to working with beef, one of the biggest upgrades you can get is by ensuring that it is juicy, tender, and of course, flavorful. And I’d say that your best bet for this, while utilizing a simple cooking process, is…
Quick and Easy Pan Fried Pork Chops
A lot of people credit chicken as the most versatile, and easiest kind of meat to cook with. And while it’s true that the white meat tastes delicious in various types of recipes, I would say that you can’t overlook pork chops for its versatility either. This meat cut can be enjoyed in so many…
Seafood Boil Recipe
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…
Easy Seafood Paella
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…
Pinoy Chicken Sopas
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,…
KFC Style Popcorn Chicken with Gravy
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…
Idol Cheesedog Bites and Bread Roll
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…
Perfect Chicken Adobo on a Budget
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…
Creamy Mushroom Chicken
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…
Cassava Cake Recipe Creamy and Cheesy Version
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…
Chicken Mechado
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 Recipe
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…
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Zesty, savory and perfectly filling, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a fantastic mid-day dish option that’s sure to please different tastes. This is because it has a light, but satisfying flavor with its range of mild sourness and saltiness. Of course, lots of people also love to have seafood pasta because of its delicate taste….
Chicken Katsu Curry
Craving something crunchy, savory, and uniquely seasoned? If so, I think a great option would be a curry dish, but just any regular curry dish. Chicken Katsu Curry has become more popular recently with the hype that Japanese and Korean restaurants have gotten globally. But what’s gotten so many people buzzing about this dish? History…