Longest Running Philippine Teleseryes of All-Time

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Longest Running Philippine Teleseryes of All-Time FPJsAngProbinsyano (6 years, 11 months) AnnaLuna (5 years, 10 months) MaraClara (4 years, 5 months) Esperanza (2 years, 5 months) Be Careful With My Heart (2 years, 4 months) You may want to read: Films with the most nominations at FAMAS

Gregorio T. Velasquez

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The late Dr. Gregorio T. Velasquez (September 2, 1901 – July 29, 1989), Professor Emeritus of Botany at the University of the Philippines, was the leader and catalyst in all aspects of the study of Philippine phycology. The title “Father of Philippine Phycology” was given to him as a tribute for his zealous interest, enthusiasm, … Read more

Samarnon Humba

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What is the Samarnon humba? There is a theory that the etymology of humba may have been derived from Hokkien term where “Hong” refers to the red-braising technique that yields a reddish-brown hue while “Ba,” means meat. In the absence of refrigeration back then, pork belly has been the choice cut to render more fat … Read more

Hopia de Pili

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Hopia de Pili Can you imagine pili as a filling for hopia?! Unknown to many, Samar has hectares of pili plantation. Take a luxurious journey of relishing mazapan de pili as filling for a crunchy, dome-shaped cookie. The dough is placed in a “hurmahan,” a wooden mold chiseled with filigree fitted for royals. Embark on … Read more

Bola Catalana

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Bola Catalana Meet the Catbalogan version of embotido. The ground pork mingles with sausage and cheese, flour, salt, and pepper. What makes it unique? Milk is added while the mixture is enfolded in “sensal,” or leaf lard, which goes through the steaming process followed by baking. Some families go straight to baking. A heritage dish … Read more