Authentic Ube Kalamay Recipe
This purple-hued Filipino treasure has been my faithful merienda companion since childhood. While modern cafés tempt with their fancy pastries, nothing quite compares to the …
Creamy Pineapple Gulaman with Raisins
Need a last-minute dessert that’ll impress without keeping you chained to the kitchen? This Pineapple Gulaman is my go-to rescue recipe. When unexpected guests are …
Filipino Coconut Macaroons
My Tita Delie’s coconut macaroons were legendary at every family gathering. I can still picture her in her tiny kitchen, wearing her favorite floral apron, …
Filipino Sweet Macaroni Salad
You know those moments when your kids are craving something sweet but you want to make it special without spending hours in the kitchen? That’s …
Filipino Kutsinta Recipe
You know those childhood memories that just stick with you forever? For me, it was the sound of our neighborhood kutsinta vendor’s horn at dawn, …
Ube Champorado (Purple Yam Rice Porridge)
Let me tell you how this purple twist happened. I had leftover ube sitting in my freezer after making halaya, and curiosity got the better …
Mais Con Yelo (Filipino Sweet Corn with Shaved Ice)
You know what’s wild? Everyone raves about halo-halo, but let me tell you about my true Filipino dessert love: Mais Con Yelo. While halo-halo throws …
Filipino Tamales (Kapampangan Boboto)
Nestled in the heart of Pampanga’s rich culinary heritage, Filipino Tamales (Kapampangan Boboto) is a luxurious blend of rice flour and coconut milk, layered with …
Nilupak na Saging (Filipino Mashed Banana)
Nilupak na Saging wasn’t just a merienda, it was my summer business companion. Every April and May, while other kids were playing in the streets, …
Hopiang Baboy Recipe (Hopia with Pork-Flavored Filling)
Hopiang Baboy wasn’t just another snack, it was part of my love story. My ex-boyfriend Christopher would always surprise me with a box of warm …