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  When you think about hamburgers, the first couple of names that usually come to mind are McDonald’s and our very own Jollibee, right? With their popularity around the globe, we can’t blame people for thinking of them first whenever they crave some good ol’ burgers. After all, they have been in existence for God knows how long that their names are already etched in everyone’s minds. 😊 But then, there are also what we call “gourmet burgers.” Those that you can’t buy from those fast-food joints because, well, they are of higher quality. The patties are made from real beef. It’s not that I’m saying that those in the fast-foods are not, but it’s up to you to decide. Sadly, these gourmet burgers are not as famous to the masses as they are on fast-food burgers because people usually think it’s a lot more expensive. 😕 But lo and behold! I just discovered a brand of gourmet burgers that’s both high-quality and affordable. Introducing ZzizzlingBurger! 👌 Located in one of the prime c

  The covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives in many ways, and there was not a single industry that has not been impacted negatively. The food industry is not an exception. In the Philippines alone, many restaurants have closed down during the height of lockdowns everywhere in the country.  Even the popular ones operating for years, such as Chocolate Kiss Café   in UP Diliman, the Forest House in Baguio, the Whole in the Wall in Makati, and numerous others had to give up instead of losing some more during the pandemic. But amid all these came the rising of online food delivery services.  It gave small food business owners a ray of hope that we will stand up and survive no matter what. One of the budding online food businesses that I recently discovered is Mackoy’s Kitchen. What sets it apart from the rest is that it doesn’t concentrate on selling only one type of food. In fact, it might be all you need for your next big party! 👍👍👍 The online food business began only this year

Laksa is a fragrant and spicy noodle soup widely popular around the South East Asian countries, particularly in Singapore and Malaysia, and equally famous in Indonesia and Thailand. While the origin of laksa is unknown, it’s better known as the fusion of Chinese noodles and Southeast Asian curries. My first experience with laksa was not at all pleasant. I was in Malaysia for training when I tried “Penang Assam laksa,” or fish soup. Please don’t get me wrong, but the only way I could describe it is it was unpleasant. 😖 I promised  myself I’ll never eat laksa again. But there’s one laksa brand that changed my perception about laksa entirely. Introducing – Buchi’s Laksa! A brainchild of mompreneur Eira, who has extensive knowledge about Singaporean laksa. With regular travels back and forth between Singapore and Manila, finding the perfect laksa to match the original taste of those she tried in Singapore was nothing but easy. So, Eira and her husband decided just to concoct their o

Some popular brands come to mind immediately when I think about Filipino foods – Barrio Fiesta, Aristocrat, Gerry's Grill, The Singing Cooks, and Waiters, Cabalen, etc. I mean, why wouldn't I? These are the institutions in the industry that served as pillars of Filipino cuisine in the country. Most of them have been a part of our childhood, at least, those around my age. I remember when I was young, going to Barrio Fiesta or Aristocrat was a reward for my hard-earned grades from school. Ahhh! Those were the days! 😁 But let’s give the budding entrepreneurs a chance. The ones I’ve mentioned above have already fought their battle and won them. After all, my blogs are all about helping new local food businesses, especially during this pandemic. So, here, I found a very new Filipino restaurant located at the heart of the busy Caloocan City. They simply call it Bebuy’s, named after the cute son of one of the owners, Maylene. Started only in November 2020, Bebuy’s is a joint vent

  According to the latest statistics, approximately 4 million Filipinos have diabetes, I included. If you don’t have diabetes, good for you. I know firsthand how difficult it is to find the types of food that won’t negatively affect my blood sugar level. For us, diabetics, a healthy diet means very low on sugar and carbohydrates. I can avoid sugary foods and drinks, such as cakes and ice cream because I don’t really have a sweet tooth. But carbohydrates? Man, that’s so hard to avoid! 😒 The Philippines is known for being a rice-eating country, and rice is loaded with carbohydrates, so if you have diabetes, you know you have to cut down on your consumption. But there isn’t seem to be an alternative available in the Philippine market that can make you equally full like rice does. Even pastas are full of carbohydrates, too. It’s considered one of the worst enemies of diabetics. How difficult is that? But lo and behold! With drum rolls, I present to you – The Ruby Pantry. Founded in 20

  If you’re a Filipino, I’m pretty sure that tuyo (salted, dried fish) has graced your table one way or the other. While it’s known as a poor man’s meal, tuyo is a classic Filipino delicacy that captured the hearts of many Filipinos, rich or poor. Pair it with some steamed or fried rice and vinegar or tomatoes, and you’ll have your stomach and heart full in a flash. Now, I can almost see your mouth watering. 🤤🤤🤤 But recently, there seems to be a clamor for the leveled-up version of tuyo – gourmet tuyo. The truth is, gourmet tuyo was already existing since the 1980s. There’s no clear record of where it actually originated. Some say it started in Bacolod City and some say it was in Davao. Wherever it originated, one thing is sure – it changed the way we perceived the infamous tuyo. But it wasn’t until the internet was invented when people all around the archipelago learned about it. Today, you will see tons of different brands available in the market originating from any part of t

  Let's cut the crap and get straight to the point. We're all crazy about kimchi, right? That super tasty side dish that's full of umami flavor seems to be on everyone's table these days. Thanks to K-Pop sensations, such as BTS, Twice, Lee Min Ho (of course 💓), and more. Kimchi has become part of our culture now and must be among the country's most popular foreign food products of this decade. But the origin of Kimchi dated as far back as the 1st century BC to the 7th century AD in Korea. People there have long been preserving their foods to have continuous supplies even during the harsh winter months. So, when the first cabbage came to Korea around 2030 BC, Korean families learned to ferment them for preservation. By the 16th century, the first species of chilis arrived in the country. They’ve added it to the kimchi ingredients, and voila!☝ The recipe that we know today was born. But more than just being popular and associated with your K-Pop idols, kimchi has

  The Philippines is not very famous for its sausages. Foodies from all over the world will easily tell you that the best sausages are in Europe, and I couldn’t agree more. When I was still working on a cruise ship ages ago, I used to get off just to buy some of those delectable sausages in Oslo (Norway), St. Malo (France), and Cagliari (Italy). They are dense, juicy, and simply delicious. But those were the days, and that’s a story for another day. Or maybe not. For someone who had already tasted some of the best sausages out there (modesty aside) 😁, you'll tend to find something equally delicious in your own country. If not of the same taste, quality, and texture, it should be satisfying enough, to say the least. Of course, our local sausages are called longganisa, and we have some popular types that I've already tasted – Vigan, Alaminos, Lucban, Tuguegarao, and more. All carry the name of the province they are made from and comes with the word "longganisa."