Tortang Talong (Filipino Eggplant Omelette)
I was that kid who would pick out every vegetable from my plate, driving my mom crazy at every meal. But there was one dish …
Ginisang Munggo at Chicharon (Filipino Mung Bean Stew with Pork Cracklings)
Ginisang Munggo at Chicharon was our Friday ritual, a tradition my mother faithfully kept because of the Catholic practice of abstaining from meat on Fridays. …
Authentic Ilocano Dinakdakan (Warek-Warek)
During a soul-searching trip to Ilocos, I discovered Dinakdakan, a dish that would forever change my perspective on Filipino cooking. It was in a humble …
Adobong Kangkong (Filipino Water Spinach Adobo)
Some of my fondest childhood memories revolve around helping my Lola Norma gather fresh kangkong (water spinach) from our backyard in Bataan. We’d wade through …
Ginisang Ampalaya at Hipon (Bitter Gourd with Shrimp)
I learned that the secret to any great Filipino dish isn’t just in the ingredients, it’s in the patience and love you put into it. …
Authentic Filipino Atchara (Achara) Recipe
Growing up in my Lola’s kitchen in Bataan, the sight of atchara jars lined up on her kitchen counter was as familiar as her morning …
Halabos na Hipon (Filipino Garlic Butter Shrimp)
Halabos na Hipon was our family’s go-to weekend treat that always brought everyone to the table in seconds. I just love watching fresh shrimp turn …
Crispy Nilasing na Hipon (Filipino Drunken Shrimp)
Nilasing na Hipon was always my favorite pulutan to steal from the adults’ table during family gatherings. There’s something delicious about how these gin-soaked shrimp …
Lumpiang Shanghai (Filipino Spring Rolls)
There was one dish that always signaled a special occasion – my Lola’s crispy Lumpiang Shanghai. Every time I make these golden-brown Filipino spring rolls …
Tokwa’t Baboy (Filipino Tofu and Pork Dish)
Tokwa’t Baboy holds a special place in my culinary journey. This beloved combination of crispy fried tofu and tender braised pork, swimming in a perfectly …