Luz-Vi-Min Food Trip

The Philippines is a treasure trove of delicious culinary masterpieces that have taken the world by storm. The mere mention of the name signifies an assumption of gastronomic adventure from all regions, islands and islets of the archipelago. Be a local, foreigner or expat, you're sure to find a palate adventure everywhere you go.

Filipino food is a cut above the rest. What makes it so is the fact that our local food favorites are easily fused with the many tasty complexities of the world. However, why let the perfection of each be overpowered by other influences? Here's a list of some of the best dishes the archipelago has to offer. 

Luzon. The capital, as everyone likes to call it, is also a treasure chest of a variety of flavours from all regions. From soups to fingers food , mains and appetizers of sorts, you'll end up buying a new pair of clothes if you aim to taste everything they have to offer. Not to mention, the delectable desserts made from fresh local ingredients that makes every bite memorable.

Etag of Cordillera
Ginataang Alimasag of Cagayan Valley
Longganisang Lukban of Calabarzon
Bagnet of Ilocos
Chicharon of Central Luzon
Tamilok of Mimaropa
Bicol Express of Bicol

Visayas. The bridge between the north and south is also rich in sweet and savory cuisines that showcases the region's best produce and lifestyle. Not only does the region have a variety of dishes but more so, majority of their dishes are influenced by their past.

Creamy Kinilaw of Dumaguete and Cebu
Pancit Molo of Iloilo
Lumpiang Ubod of Iloilo
Inasal of Bacolod
Binaok of Bacolod

Mindanao. The second largest island of the country is also home to some of the best tasting seafood dishes the world has known. Its abundant sea produce is a clear manifestation of an array of dishes that uses for such delectable ingredients. Not only that, you'd also find some of the tastiest fruits and organically grown vegetables that will have you craving for more.

Ensaladang Lato of Camiguin
Ginanggang of Camiguin
Humba of Misamis Oriental
Grilled Tuna of General Santos
Paksiw na Buntot ng Tuna of Davao
Roasted Peanuts of iligan
Pastel of Camiguin
Pastil of Cotabato

Are you hungry yet? Well, the list is certainly not enough as we have tons more to offer. From each region, with each ingredient and version, Philippine Cuisine is your gateway to a dining of bliss and satisfaction.

Philippine Cuisine – A Mouthwatering Dip to an Eccentric Cuisine

Restaurants all over the world serve varieties of dishes that tickle the taste buds of food lovers. From Western to Oriental cuisine, Italian to French, there is no stopping. In every event or situation, people find comfort and satisfaction in food.

Lo and behold, Philippine Cuisine, best known for its eccentricity and unequaled multi-cultural combination. At first, people may find the look of the Filipino dishes weird. But, surprisingly, the elements/ingredients, preparation and execution are incomparable to anything in the world. Let alone its taste. That’s what makes it fascinating.

It is just right to say that food preparation is a part of human nature. Hence, the journey to finding that satisfaction never ends. However, food enthusiasts have yet to chance upon a cuisine that is both distinctive and sophisticated.

In historical accounts, the Philippine cuisine has been shaped by colonialism. One is the Spanish colony led by Ferdinand Magellan. This colonization resulted to the introduction of Iberian ingredients, which is from a race that has an exquisite style of food preparation. Furthermore, the country is rich of cultural roots so as to explain the variety of dishes.

The frontier of Philippine cuisine is the Adobo. Celebrities and other well-known people, who have visited the country, are witnesses to this most lauded dish of the Philippines. Even the “High School Musical” kid wonder Zac Efron submits to its deliciousness and admits trying to cook one. He is still having difficulty saying Adobo though. 

Undeniably, the Philippine cuisine is not only stapled by Adobo. The country’s cuisine is as vast as the ocean. There is the ever famous “Lechon Baboy.” The country’s affair with pork is never-ending. But, Filipinos love seafood and fish dishes, too. It has a huge role in the Filipino diet. “Kinilaw,” fried “Bangus (Milkfish),” and “Crab Omelet” just to name a few.

Food is a necessity for all reasons there are. It is present during celebrations and festivities. The love for food has brought different cultures together. The Filipino food is one of the many cuisines that illustrate this togetherness. It is a tool that can vessel our love and appreciation to others.