Vigattin Tourism Travel and Tourism Articles in the Philippines

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Pinoys’ Favorite Fiesta dish: Kare-kare

by Vigattin Tourism Administrator on December 4, 2014
Kare-kare is a unique Filipino dish that is made from a base of stewed oxtail, calves feet, pig feet, beef stew meat and occasionally offal or tripe. Vegetables are also added such as eggplant, Chinese cabbage, daikon, green beans and asparagus beans. It is complimented with peanut butter or roasted peanut, garlic and onions.
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Common Tropical Fruits in the Philippines

by Jhaypee Guia on November 5, 2015

Tropical fruits are fruits growing in tropical countries – warm areas with temperate climate. Since Philippine is a tropical country, a variety of delicious tropical fruits are cultivated here. Here are some of the most common tropical fruits in the Philippines.

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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

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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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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The Fireman’s Coffee Shop: Café Mezzanine

by Elison Vigattin Phil on September 8, 2014
Café Mezzanine (also dubbed as The Fireman’s Coffee Shop) is a popular restaurant situated at the heart of Chinatown in Ongpin St., Binondo, Manila. It is one of the many restaurants which are owned by the humble Mr. Gerry Chua, who is popularly known as Mr. Ube. His other restaurants are Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House and Chuan Kee.
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Strawberry Festival

by Rosevie Decio on May 23, 2012
Many parts in the province of Benguet contribute to the strawberry production, places such as Tuba, Tublay and Atok. But the best known and widest producer is the city of La Trinidad where the strawberry fields can be located. Three kilometers from Baguio lay the strawberry fields in Betag, La Trinidad.
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Kesong Puti Festival: White Cheese Everywhere!

by Kheem Caparas on May 23, 2012
Kesong Puti Festival is held in Sta. Cruz, Laguna, in celebration of the town's main delicacy, the Kesong Puti. It had been celebrated on different dates since it was first held ten years ago, but this year, it was celebrated on May 7-12.
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Sorbetes: A Filipino Favorite

by Xtian Mack on March 16, 2015
Summer in the Philippines can get a little too warm as being in the tropics might suggest, which is why thoughts instead turn to a cool treat to beat the heat. Although available all year round, the sorbetes is most especially welcome in the summer. The sorbeteros who peddle them become welcome sights and their bells become music to the ears to those who just need a delightful treat on a particularly warm day.
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10 Great Filipino Food on a Cold Day

by Xtian Mack on January 12, 2015
Dealing with the cold air of January or just a particularly damp, rainy day can be a challenge for most Filipinos. Living in a tropical country, there are some Filipinos who just can't bear really low temperatures. This is probably why Filipinos over the years have developed an amazing variety of culinary delights especially for these occasions, created, developed and passed on to generations to bring warmth to the shivering Filipino. So when the temperatures hit the low end, expect Filipinos to seek these out to warm their bellies and their bodies. Other just make the cold a reason to indulge a craving for something different. It is undeniable that these Filipino food have brought us warmth, comfort and ease whenever we needed them.
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