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Known as the surfing paradise of the Philippines, the island of Siargao does not only provide glorious waves, infinite coconut trees, soothing ocean breeze and unsullied beaches but also distinctive recreational spots. Surfing was my main purpose in revisiting this tiny island. Awake at 5am to surf for 2-3 hours, […]

Lanzones is an edible fruit that is well loved in our country. This fruit, when completely ripe, has that sweet with a hint of sourness taste that Filipinos love. Laguna, Northern Mindanao, Butuan and Cagayan De Oro are the most known producers of lanzones in the country. But the best […]

There are a lot of pineapple plantations in the country. Some of the world’s biggest pineapple plantation (Del Monte and Dole) are found here. The Philippines is the second largest producer of pineapples in the world after Thailand. Pineapple is also called “pinya” or “piña” in the Philippines. The fruit […]

Kabigting’s started in 1974 as a small carinderia at the house of Boy Kabigting in Arayat, Pampanga. This small family business became popular for its yummy and delightful halo halo that it became known for. Soon, people from far away places started looking for this hidden wonder and thus the […]

While Davao has given you the “out-of-this-world” taste of crocodile ice cream, Eden Nature Park and Resort in Bayabas, Toril, Davao City gives you an array of flavors from various fruits in season. During the santol season at Eden, the fruits are harvested and made into ice cream that a […]

In addition, in 2013, the Department of Agriculture said that Zambales mangoes remain to be the sweetest in the country. As a way of promoting and giving thanks for a good harvest, the people of Zambales annually celebrate the Mango Festival. The event, which takes place every April, hopes to […]