Category Archives: COMIDA FILIPINA
A Wedding in Sugarlandia
Last April, one of my closest friends in my undergraduate block, Nicole, was married in her family’s picturesque farm in Silay, Negros to her handsome architect boyfriend Dos. Nicole became a close friend in college for reasons only fate can … Continue reading
Why José Rizal Would’ve Loved Madrid Fusión Manila
Last April, the Philippines successfully hosted the second edition of Madrid Fusión Manila, which was held from 7-9 April 2016 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. Attended not only by the perfumed set who can afford the ticket, … Continue reading
Madrid Fusión Manila: Embracing Cultural, Culinary Heritage
Exactly one week ago, the much talked-about Madrid Fusión Manila finally concluded and many believe it successfully accomplished what it was supposed to do, and that was to bring Philippine culinary heritage and innovation to the global stage. Madrid Fusión … Continue reading
One cuchara, one tenedor, one plato at a time: Experiencing the Philippine Christmas Holidays
On our side of the planet, in the sweltering heat of the tropics, amidst the stressful, fatal traffic of Manila, we celebrate the Christmas season with much meaning and pomp: traditional but consumerist, excessive and religious. Each dining table, however, … Continue reading
Vasking: Enjoying Traditional and Modern Spanish Cuisine at Vask
My friend, Marivic, first spoke about Vask a few months back. I think it was in February or March when she dined there and posted some photographs from Manila’s restaurant scene’s newest baby. She was very fortunate to have tried … Continue reading
My Adventures with Paella
Although the paella is one of the most laborious (and expensive) dishes I cook, it is also my favorite meal to create. A one-stop meal, it includes savory rice, seafood, vegetables and sometimes, meat. The socarrat or tutuong (burnt rice) … Continue reading
En la Cocina de Tita Moning
En la calle de San Rafael, en el bello distrito de San Miguel de Manila, la gente puede disfrutar de un menú tradicional en una antigua vivienda filipina. En esta casa, los visitantes retornan a la edad de oro de … Continue reading
Casa Roces and La Cocina de Tita Moning : Savoring Time and Taste
Last Saturday, 17 November 2012, I facilitated a tour around San Miguel de Manila district. The said district used to be the country’s “millionaires’ row” where stately mansions used to stand next to each other, housing the country’s alta … Continue reading
Christmas and our Phil-Hispanic Culinary Heritage
As the people feel the mad, chaotic rush of the Christmas season, we are once again reminded of the Christmas feasts we have attended and enjoyed, relished and eternally cherish. Memories of these Christmas get-togethers and family reunions revolve not … Continue reading
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