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Jose C. Cojuangco ancestral house Jose C. Cojuangco is one of the patriarchs of the Cojuangco clan. He was the father of former Philippine President Corazon Aquino and the grandfather of former Philippine President Ninoy Aquino. You may want to read: Paterno Ancestral House Don Jose Bautista Ancestral House Jose P. Laurel Ancestral House
Baduya nga Tahong Jiabong is the center of tahong farming in Samar. One of the many ways of enjoying freshly caught mussels is to make them into a baduya, known as local fritters or fried cakes. Chop them into small pieces and mix it in a batter of flour, water, salt, pepper, sebolleno (spring onions), … Read more
Binagol An artisanal delicacy where the star ingredient is the talyan, a giant taro. The shredded root crop joins the party of coconut milk, condensed milk, sugar, and eggs. The mixture is poured on a polished coconut shell called “bagol.” Hence, the name. The half-opened shells are delicately tied with layers of banana leaves and … Read more
Linupak nga Pilipig/Pinipig Linupak is a process of pounding starchy ingredients. In Samar, young glutinous grains are pan-roasted, followed by the synchronized thumping of three people using traditional mortar and pestle. Grated coconut meat, brown sugar, and condensed milk give a medley of sweet and earthy flavors with a gooey texture. They are placed in … Read more
Puto Bao Palengke bites are artisanal masterpieces. Beyond its seductive colors and shapes are a back-breaking process, a test of patience, and a profound honor for heritage. Puto bao is a steamed rice cake using bao ng niyog (coconut husks) as molders and traditionally using pirurutong, glutinous rice in shades of brownish-purple. Every bite comes … Read more