Travel and Tourism Articles in the Philippines

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Mais Con Yelo

Mais Con Yelo

by Xtian Mack on February 21, 2013
When the heat of summer strikes in the Philippines, Filipinos use it as an excuse to indulge in cold, refreshing treats that can make them forget, even if temporarily, that they indeed live in a tropical country. One particular refreshment that has become a favorite in the islands is mais con hielo, or maiz con yelo. Its appeal comes from its ease to create and its simple, sweet, refreshing taste. Although available all throughout the year in many Filipino-themed restaurants, mais con yelo is especially sought after during the warm Philippine summer.
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Sago't Gulaman: Pinoy Street Refreshments

Sago't Gulaman: Pinoy Street Refreshments

by Xtian Mack on February 19, 2013
Busy streets in cities around the country are made colorful by the many interesting street food and drinks peddled by vendors, coaxing pedestrians and travellers alike into samplin their products. As the streets can get warm and tiresome during the day, a drink known for its curious taste, colors, coolness and affordability is particularly popular to the common man: sago't gulaman.
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BBQ Republic

BBQ Republic

by Angel Bonifacio on January 19, 2013
It was Saturday again, and after our usual airing of Vigattin Radio Program at DZIQ 990 AM, we found ourselves at the door of BBQ Republic along Wilson St., Greenhills, San Juan.
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Taste the Delectable Bagnet of the North: Best of Narvacan

Taste the Delectable Bagnet of the North: Best of Narvacan

by Jhaypee Guia on January 15, 2013
Bagnet is one of the well-known and well-liked food of Filipinos. In other towns, bagnet is also called "sitsaron" or "chicaron," but it's just synonymous to the bagnet of Narvacan. Bagnet is very popular in Ilocos Sur, particularly in the town of Narvacan where the Bagnet Festival is celebrated every year in the month of December. The agricultural town of Narvacan is a well-known producer of various great quality products such as tobacco, rice, onion, corn and the so-called golden leaf. But apart from that, the town is also the home of one of the best-tasting treats in the Philippines, the Bagnet.
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Dining at Cabalen!

Dining at Cabalen!

by Angel Bonifacio on January 2, 2013
How do Filipinos celebrate New Year?Fireworks, bonding with friends and family, and of course, food!
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10 Unique Filipino Street Food

10 Unique Filipino Street Food

by Xtian Mack on November 24, 2012
The kind of street food a country has gives a person a glimpse into the culture of the people. In the case of the Philippines, one cannot help but be amazed (or be shocked) at the creativity, ingenuity, and variety of the street food that are for sale in many areas in the Philippines, particularly in the big cities. Street food are there because they are eaten on the go, are convenient and inexpensive.
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Well-known Street Food in the Philippines

Well-known Street Food in the Philippines

by Jhaypee Guia on November 6, 2012
Street food is very common in the Philippines. It can be found in any road around the country, that is why Filipinos are very fond with it. It’s an important part of the Filipino culture.
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Tuding's Porkchop

Tuding's Porkchop

by Jane Dacumos on September 26, 2012
We have a retreat house in Laguna and if I have time, I go there to spend some of my leisure time together with my family. I and my sister (wife of my brother) always search for a nice place to hang-out. One time, we found out a different thing to do - to become a food raider! Yes. And our first destination was the Tuding’s Porkchop.
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Jack's Ridge: Making History in Davao City

Jack's Ridge: Making History in Davao City

by Jane Dacumos on September 25, 2012
Sitting in the beautiful landscape of Shrine Hills in Matina and overlooking the island paradise of Davao City and breathtaking Davao Gulf, Jack’s Ridge Resort and Restaurant is one of the many reasons why Davao City is visited by thousands of tourists throughout the year.
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Republic of Cavite Restaurant

Republic of Cavite Restaurant

by Jane Dacumos on September 24, 2012
Priding itself with the most and finest service management together with some of the excellent foods, the Republic of Cavite Restaurant is another delightful experience to anyone who visit it. Come as I explore some of the hidden secrets that make the restaurant one of the famous attractions in Cavite.
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