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How This Rare ‘Dinosaur Egg’ Sea Salt is Taking Over the Internet and the Woman Behind Its Comeback, Filam Entrepreneur Lennie Dicarlo
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How This Rare ‘Dinosaur Egg’ Sea Salt is Taking Over the Internet and the Woman Behind Its Comeback, Filam Entrepreneur Lennie Dicarlo

Xroads Philippine Sea Salts is the official distributor of the asin tibuok aka the “dinosaur egg”, which is one of those products that have existed for generations, but is now getting the limelight that it deserves.

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The Origin Of the Halo-Halo Dessert
Food Julian Noche Food Julian Noche

The Origin Of the Halo-Halo Dessert

Halo-Halo is reigns supreme and top of mind for most Filipinos. Halo-halo, which literally translates to "mix-mix" in Filipino, is a symphony of flavors and textures that captures the essence of Filipino culture. It is a simple mix of fruits and sweet and creamy ingredients that fits the notorious Filipino sweet tooth pallet. Let’s dig to fruity center of it all and find out where this sweet treat originated from.

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5 Obscure Filipino Ingredients to Upgrade Your Palette
Food, Culture & Community Maria Manio Food, Culture & Community Maria Manio

5 Obscure Filipino Ingredients to Upgrade Your Palette

By now, it’s no question that Filipino dishes explode with such rich flavor. Even the simplest of dishes are amplified due to the ingredients used by Filipinos. So, what gives? How do these dishes stand out from the rest? Well, to answer that, let’s look at common household pantry staples that are given a Filipino twist. The use of these ingredients in a dish surely leaves one wanting for more!

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