Lumpia is a simple and flavourful Filipino finger food that evolved from the Chinese spring rolls. Each lumpia consists of a rice or flour dough wrap that is stuffed with meat (most often ground pork or beef) and vegetables such as cabbage, carrot... READ MORE
Taho is a sweet Filipino dessert which consists of fresh soft tofu doused in arnibal syrup and sprinkled with plump sago pearls. Similar desserts can be found in numerous Asian countries, and most of them call for the usage of th... READ MORE
The lightly sweetened puto are popular Filipino steamed rice cakes traditionally consisting of finely ground soaked rice that is steamed in round containers and served sliced. The popularity of these versatile cakes has caused the develop... READ MORE
Butsi balls are the Filipino version of traditional Chinese jian dui sweets. They are made with glutinous rice flour that is formed in small round shapes and stuffed with a variety of sweet fillings such as sweetened mung bean, creamy lot... READ MORE
Pandesal is a popular bread roll from the Philippines. Its name is derived from the Spanish words "pan de sal," which translates to "bread of salt." However, despite its name, pandesal is characteristically slightly sweet rather than salty. The ou... READ MORE
Deep-fried kwek kwek is a type of tokneneng, the omnipresent Filippino street food. While tokneneng is made with boiled chicken or duck eggs, kwek kwek is the smaller sized variety, which usually employs tiny quail eggs. Both types are di... READ MORE
Lumpiang Shanghai is the most popular variety of lumpia, the crispy deep-fried Filipino snack that evolved from Chinese spring rolls. Even though lumpia appears in numerous variations, the Shanghai version is characterized by a savory fil... READ MORE
Proben (occasionally referred to as proven) is a satisfying Filipino snack, and one of the most popular street food items in the country. It is prepared with an unusual chicken organ named proventriculus, a component that is in m... READ MORE
Lugaw is a Filipino rice porridge that is traditionally thought of as soft food for sick people, due to the fact that it doesn't require much chewing. Warm, filling, and mushy, the dish acts as an ideal base for any type of meat and seasonings, ju... READ MORE
Kutsinta is a sweet Filipino delicacy made with glutinous rice flour, brown sugar, and lye water. The mixture is steamed in small round molds and it is traditionally served topped with coconut flakes. These chewy cakes are usually infused with foo... READ MORE
Biko is a traditional dessert made with glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar. It is known for its rich and sweet flavor — the combination of coconut milk and sugar results in a creamy and luscious taste. Its sticky and c... READ MORE
Maruya are the famous Filipino banana fritters which consist of sliced or mashed bananas that are dusted with flour, battered, then fried until crispy. The fritters are usually made with Filipino saba bananas and can come in various forms... READ MORE
The sweet bilo-bilo is a popular Filipino treat made with chewy rice balls cooked in a creamy coconut milk blend. It can also incorporate bananas, tapioca pearls, sweet potatoes, or sliced jackfruit. Whether served warm or cold, bilo-bilo is usual... READ MORE
The term bola-bola refers to the versatile Filipino meatballs. Usually made with ground beef or pork, they incorporate garlic, onions, eggs, soy sauce, and a variety of spices. These meatballs are used in tasty Filipino soups and are comm... READ MORE
Round, sweet, and chewy cascaron is a deep-fried Filipino delicacy usually served doused in sugary syrups. Often referred to as bitsu bitsu, this traditional treat is made with sweet glutinous rice flour, shredded coconut, and coconut mil... READ MORE
Otap is a sweet, thin, oval-shaped Filipino treat made with puff pastry. These treats are usually small in size, generously sprinkled with sugar, and have an incredibly crispy and crumbly texture. It is believed that otap originated in Ce... READ MORE
Silvanas are the snack version of a traditional Filipino dessert known as sans rival. These frozen cookie sandwiches are made with two cashew-meringue wafers that are held together with a thick layer of buttercream and are generously coat... READ MORE
Sweet and sticky kalamay is a popular Filipino delicacy which consists of coconut milk, glutinous rice, and brown sugar. It is produced in a time-consuming process in which the rice and coconut milk are boiled, ground into a paste, mixed with brow... READ MORE
One of the most popular sweet snacks in the Philipines is banana cue, made by deep-frying saba bananas which are generously coated in a thick layer of caramelized sugar. Because they are usually enjoyed as street food, the sweet bananas a... READ MORE
Tokneneng is a traditional dish that's sold as a street food snack. It consists of hard-boiled eggs that are dipped in an orange-colored batter, then deep-fried. The dish is traditionally made with duck eggs, but chicken eggs can also be used. The... READ MORE
Apas are traditional cookies originating from Lucena in the Philippines. These Southern Tagalog specialties have a base of a typical biscuit, with hints of sweetness and milkiness. They are very thin, oblong, wafer-like, and topped with sugar. The... READ MORE
Binangkal is a traditional doughnut-like snack originating from the islands of Visayas and Mindanao. The dough is usually made with a combination of flour, milk, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, sesame seeds, and oil. The dry and wet ingredients... READ MORE
Ginanggang is a traditional dessert, snack, and street food originating from the island of Mindanao. It consists of skewered and grilled bananas that are brushed with margarine and sprinkled with sugar. The bananas used for ginanggang are of the s... READ MORE