Travel and Tourism Articles in the Philippines

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Tapsilog to Go! “Only in the Philippines”

Tapsilog to Go! “Only in the Philippines”

by Jane Dacumos on January 3, 2014
For many Filipinos, eating is a national passion. Because of that we have a lot of specialties and dishes that can be found only in the Philippines. One dish that is very familiar to many is the tapsilog. If you are a certified foodie, I'm sure you cannot forget the taste and experience of eating this amazing combination of foods which is quite unique, with "tapa," which is a dried or cured meat, “sinangag,” orgarlic-fried rice, and fried egg.
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Mt. Apo Coffee Inc.

Mt. Apo Coffee Inc.

by Christian Mack on December 28, 2013
Filipinos have come to enjoy coffee and have made drinking it a part of their everyday lives. No longer just a breakfast beverage, Filipinos love drinking it throughout the day either hot or cold, and enjoy it through its many brews, combinations and preparations, making it a fun and delightful drink of choice for most people.
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10 Favorite Filipino Breads

10 Favorite Filipino Breads

by Xtian Mack on December 27, 2013
Although rice makes up the main meals of most Filipinos, bread in its many forms still make up a portion of our diet as Filipinos enjoy nibbling on all things soft, sweet and sugary. Although the concept of baking bread has not been a native concept and was brought over by Europeans and our other neighbors, Filipinos have come to love eating bread. Local bakers, adjusting to the tastes of their clientele and even creating unique breads of their own, have helped create a whole line of treats that are Filipino in their own way and have been enjoyed by many generations.
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Top 10 Pulutan ng Pinoy

Top 10 Pulutan ng Pinoy

by Jane Dacumos on December 26, 2013
Filipinos love to celebrate different occasions in their lives, and these may lead to night-long merrymaking involving liquor. For many, it is one way of spending time with the people close to them with lowered inhibitions in a relaxed atmosphere. As such, Filipinos have long learned to cook, prepare and adapt different dishes that are best paired with beer and any other liquor. In our country, it is popularly known as “pulutan,” from the Filipino word “pulutin.” Pulutan literally means ”something that is picked up.” Originally, it was a snack accompanied with liquor or beer but has found its way into Philippine cuisine as appetizers or, in some cases, main dishes, as in the case of sisig.
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10 Traditional Filipino Snacks and Sweets

10 Traditional Filipino Snacks and Sweets

by Xtian Mack on December 10, 2013
Filipinos love to eat, especially food that are sweet. This is probably why our ancestors have come up with a bewildering array of traditional snacks and sweets that truly cater to the tastes of the young and old alike. Being in a pleasantly tropical country, it should come as no surprise that rice, sugar and coconut make up the list of ingredients for the many snacks and sweets we have labeled as distinctly Filipino. Be it for merienda, dessert or pasalubong to loved ones, these traditional food are a delight to have, and, of course, eat.
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10 Favorite Filipino Pastries

10 Favorite Filipino Pastries

by Xtian Mack on November 30, 2013
It is no secret that the typical Filipino has a weakness to sweetness, and because of the myriad of ingredients that abound in our pleasantly tropical country, generations of Filipinos have invented, created and adopted many recipes for pastries that truly satisfy the cravings of even the most discerning of palates.
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Sweets by Happy Mommy

Sweets by Happy Mommy

by Christian Mack on November 28, 2013
Everyone deserves to have great sweets to make them feel happy and have that great sugar rush every now and then. Life would always be dull if you won’t allow yourself something sweet to indulge on every now and then. Why not give yourself and those you love with something nice and tasty to nibble on from Sweets by Happy Mommy, one of the best shops for baked goods and treats.
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Cocooro Catering

Cocooro Catering

by Christian Mack on October 25, 2013
Filipinos have many reasons to celebrate and be happy about, which is why we have so many festivities for almost all occasions, be it in the family, our circle of friends, or even in the workplace. Filipinos take particular care in making sure that special occasions are close to perfect as can be, as it is important to enjoy good food while having a good time with loved ones. However, as many people have experienced, preparing for such occasions can be a difficult and daunting task, especially when there are many people taking part in it. This is why details such as food, arrangements and service is left to the experts, like Cocooro Catering.
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The Sweetest Treat

The Sweetest Treat

by Christian Mack on September 26, 2013
Everyone appreciates a good work of art, even more so when these taste so good as well as look too good to eat. Experience a delight to your senses of sight, smell and taste at the Sweetest Treat, the bakeshop that allows you to indulge in your guiltiest, sweetest pleasures. With their wide selection of delectable pastries, you’ll find yourself coming back for more.
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Cittavivere Suites & Restaurant

Cittavivere Suites & Restaurant

by Christian Mack on September 10, 2013
Cittavivere Suites & Restaurant offers you just that: comfort and piece of mind while you indulge yourself in all the wonderful attractions Tagaytay has to offer. Warm and cozy accommodations accompanied by an equally warm and attentive staff are the hallmarks that Cittavivere Suites & Restaurant has been known for and has had their guests coming back.
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