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FILIPINO CUISINE’s CONFUSED PAST | The Origins of 3 Ubiquitous FAVORITES
As a product of the Philippines’ rich history, food has become one of the things that our ancestors have passed down from generation to generation. From the pre-colonial times where trade between Indo-Malays, Chinese, and Indian goods were frequent to the Spanish rule where its influence has spanned for over 300 years. It is no doubt that our favorite dishes served at home have become a product of the country’s experience over time. Listed below are some of the famous Filipino dishes (out of SO many) and where they came from.
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!
The Big Ube Boom: Our Favorite Ube Products Right Now
In the past 5 years we have seen a rise on ube flavored or inspired food items. Bring the brightly purple colored Yam in the mainstream spotlight. We made a short list of our favorites right now and where you can get them.
HOW TO MAKE GARLIC PEANUTS (A SIMPLE FILIPINO SNACK)
Need a quick, simple snack? Garlic Peanuts is your answer.
Chef Mikey of Hoodyumz steps into the kitchen to make a twist on a simple Filipino snack!