Our 7 Favorite Foods In Celebration Of Independence Day
What better way to celebrate than through our shared love of Filipino food?
Happy Independence Day! Today, the Philippines marks 123 years of independence. This year, we're on board with the #DamaKoLahiKo movement which puts the spotlight on Filipino identity and heritage, celebrating Filipino culture through the five senses. And naturally, Filipino food is at the heart of this movement. What could be more sensory than our heritage dishes? The food we grew up with, that we love and appreciate for its flavors, aromas, the way it looks on the plate. They say you can take the Pinoy out of the Philippines, but s/he will always be longing for Filipino food.
@DamaKoLahiKo is an ongoing movement that encourages Pinoys all over the world to celebrate and share the uniqueness of their culture and heritage. And while Filipinos all over the world have responded wonderfully, we admit we do have our favorites. We thought we'd share our seven top picks with you.
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Mango Chocolate Cake, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel
A cake fit to serve our patriots. Order for pickup from @waterfrontcebu.
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Ube Cream Liqueur from Destileria Barako
Ube is an iconic Filipino flavor, and this liqueur has already won an award at the SIP Awards 2021 in California. It's an Innovative blend of sugar cane vodka from Negros blended with full cream and ube. Chill and drink neat or on the rocks, or make a boozy halo-halo. Order from Boozy, Lazada or GrabMart.
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Mangga
What flavor best represents Philippine summers? For us, it's the mango with its sweet juicy flesh. There is no mango in the world that tastes quite like ours. be a proud Pinoy today, eat a mango. (Photo: @trylocalph). Order mangoes from Batungbacal Farms on Facebook.
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Dark Chocolate Cheesecake
Philippine cacao has been winning international awards for years now. One of the most awarded brands, @aurochocolate, collaborated with @cafemarygrace for this limited edition cheesecake made with 64% dark chocolate. Available in-store at Mary Grace Cafe branches, or same-daydelivery via GrabFood or Pick-a-roo.
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Parmigiano Reggiano Cassava Kakanin
Chef Margarita Forés celebrates with this delightful rendition of the cassava kakanin, presented in small banana leaf tampipi purses. Available at Grace Park.
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Mamaita’s Pastelitos de Mangga!
A rare delicacy from Capiz, you can now get your hands on these nibbles at Grace Park.
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Tapuey
Tapuey is a Philippine rice wine served on special occasions. Once, it was essential for rituals. Proudly Promdi helped make it as accessible as any modern liquor so Pinoys of all generations an enjoy it today. Order from @proudlypromdi.
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Lead photo: @destileriabarako, @waterfrontcebu
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