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No matter where we live, nothing will ever compare to the Christmas in the Philippines. There will always be that Simbang Gabi we attend for nine consecutive days and not to mention the bazaars and tiangges held throughout December. Indeed, Filipinos really know how to celebrate the true spirit of this holiday.
For those who are living abroad, they are seldom faced with a dilemma – how do we recreate a perfect Filipino food to celebrate this festive season? Typical, yes, but a reality that most of us are faced with!
Do you want to experience a fusion of culinary goodness that highlights the best flavors while maintaining a Filipino essence? Here are 5 dishes you might want to try.
For those who are living abroad, they are seldom faced with a dilemma – how do we recreate a perfect Filipino food to celebrate this festive season? Typical, yes, but a reality that most of us are faced with!
Do you want to experience a fusion of culinary goodness that highlights the best flavors while maintaining a Filipino essence? Here are 5 dishes you might want to try.
1. Chicken Lemon Orzo Soup
Made from fresh chicken broth, eggs, rice or orzo pasta and lemon zest, this lemon orzo soup will remind you of the traditional arroz caldo. This will give hints of garlic and calamansi of the arroz caldo, but there is something about this soup that's different. Its flavors are indeed comforting and you know that you're tasting a new dish.
2. Queso de Bola Bibingka Souffle
Bibingka and queso de bola in one dish? This is a treat that will totally make your visitors come back for more! Pretty sure your grandparents wouldn't mind seeing their favorite bibingka baked in a different twist. And oh, the classic queso de bola makes it more special!
3. Ube Macaron
Make way for this delectable French dessert that will make your knees weak! This macaron will embellish your table like those dainty pearls on a black dress. More than that, the added ube flavor will give you a feel of home.
4. Dulce de Leche Flan
Noche Buena will never be complete without leche flan, an iconic dessert in the Philippines. This time, we turn it a notch by making this custard treat into a cheesecake. Your friends and family will be in for a surprise once they sink their teeth in this creamier and richer decadent dessert.
5. Porchetta ala Lechon Cebu
Don't you just miss the taste of lechon? Well, you can have one this Christmas! Porchetta ala Lechon Cebu is a smaller version of the traditional one, making it perfect if you're a family of four. This savory and delicious pork dish is a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Can't you just wait for Christmas to come? With local ingredients and a touch of Philippine cuisine, you'll surely have a taste of home anywhere you are!
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