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The Origin and History of Banana Ketchup
Have you ever thought about how and why banana ketchup was invented while dipping your lumpia in said dip? When you think of a substitute to replace tomatoes a banana is not the first thing that comes in mind. Technically speaking both Bananas and Tomatoes are not even a fruit but a berry but let’s leave that discussion for another time.
Filipino Stews 101: Menudo, Afritada, Mechado, Kaldereta (and their Origins)
Filipino dishes to the untrained and uninformed eye can seem all the same. You've probably heard of menudo, afritada, mechado, and kaldereta. While they may have some similarities, each meal has its own particular flavor and technique of preparation. So let us take a good look at the distinctions between these four similar looking stews.
The Most Common Filipino LAST NAMES and their Meaning
At birth we are given a right to a name. It can be derived from a number of sources our parents, notable family members, future asperations, desired characteristics…etc. Filipino names have evolved and changed through out time as has become a melting pot of inspiration from indigenous origins, to western influences. Let’s take a dive to origins of Filipino last names.
The Unluckiest US Battleship To Ever Serve The Philippines
Have you ever heard the story of the military mishaps of the USS William D. Porter (DD-579), AKA the "Willie Dee"?
The tale of this Fletcher-class destroyer named after Commodore William D. Porter will surely be a great icebreaker in your next family dinner with you Titos and Military cousins.