Jose C. Cojuangco ancestral house

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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

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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

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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

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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

Arturo M. Tolentino

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Arturo M. Tolentino (September 19, 1910 – August 2, 2004) Former Senate President Arturo M. Tolentino was a self-made man. The track record in both the academe and in public service of this scholar, writer, diplomat, and distinguished author of law books earned respect not only for his extemporaneous amendments to major measures and enlightened … Read more