Suman sa ibos Filipinos traveling home or visiting friends and relatives are always loaded with gifts, which we all call “uwi” or “pasalubong.” More often than not, these gifts are edible specialties unique to the place they have just come from—bagnet from Vigan, longanisa from Lucban,...
Meet the Kakanin Squad Lapong, Buri, and Tapay Kakanin or sweet rice cakes are among staples of a Filipino fiesta banquet. They are tasty and are always meant for sharing. These dishes also reflect Filipino culture and culinary traditions, from their sticky texture that symbolizes familial bond to...