All you need to make this Cherry Macapuno pie is some ready made puff pastry, a jar of Macapuno and a bag of frozen cherries. It's a very low lift dessert, with high impact. Serve it with a drizzle of Pandan Ganache and scoop of vanilla ice cream. Hello out there! I feel like every...
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Ensaladang Mangga (Green Mango Salad)
On the table in 15 minutes this Ensaladang Mangga Green Mango Salad is both fresh and very flavorful. It's great to serve with grilled or fried dishes especially pork or fish. The traditional version of this salad normally has diced green mango, tomato and wedges of salted egg. It's then mixed with some bagoong and...
How To Make Ube Sheet Cake
Ube Sheet Cake. Inspired by the Filipino Kakanin Sapin Sapin. The cake is filled with marbled ube, langka and coconut batter. It's then topped with this super easy but lush Ube Butter Mascarpone frosting. Super Duper Easy Ube Sheet Cake Okay.. secret. This Ube Sheet Cake is made with a cake box mix, but you...
Saba Con Yelo Recipe with Chia Seeds
Saba Con Yelo or bananas on ice, is a pretty healthy way to enjoy some sweetened bananas during the hot summer months. The bananas are lightly poached in some sugar flavored water and then chia seeds are added at the end for additional nutrition. Oh hi. Hello. What is up?! I know I went a...
How To Make Malunggay Bread Shokupan Style
This super soft and milky Malunggay Bread will be your new everyday loaf of bread. At the same time learn how to make an indispensable roux starter to include in all your bread baking. What is Malunggay? First lets start with what is Malunggay. It's actually a tree and the small oval leaves from the...
Small Batch Kalamansi Pound Cake
This Small Batch Kalamansi Pound Cake is still traditional in proportions, just not the whole pound. Call it a half pounder. It's a cake with a tight crumb, yet moist and keeps on the counter for a few days. Kalamansi Pound Cake (Calamansi Pound Cake) I used to make Pound Cake all the time to...
Tibok Tibok Recipe with Chocolate and Strawberry Layers
Tibok Tibok is a Filipino pudding traditionally made with carabao and rice flour. In this vegan version we will be using plant based milk flavored with chocolate and strawberry. What is Tibok Tibok? Traditionally Tibok Tibok is made with fresh carabao milk mix with rice flour, there are also recipes out there that use cornstarch...
Two Ingredient Ispahan Cake with Raspberry, Rose and Lychee
This two ingredient Ispahan Cake is made with a can of lychee sparkling water and a really good cake box mix. The icing is flavored with raspberries and rose water. It makes for a quick and lovely looking cake. First of All What is Ispahan? It's a macaron invented by Pastry Chef Pierre Hermé when...
Roasted Red Pepper and Potato Soup An Ode to Afritada, Caldereta, Menudo
This Roasted Red Pepper and Potato Soup is an ode to Afritada, Caldereta and Menudo. The soup is made with roasted bell peppers and potatoes with a hint of tomato. It's so creamy and hearty you won't even miss the proteins. BeeTVAPK.co is stealing my content Hi! Sorry it's been awhile, but I have been...
Mache Recipe (Buko Pandan Rice Balls)
Mache or Buko Pandan Sweet Rice balls, are very similar to Palitaw (Boiled). The name is derived from the Japanese word Mochi. Mache Recipe I found this recipe from Wikipedia of all places. It was an article about edible pasalubong (gifts in Tagalog) and they broke down all the snacks you can get in specific...
Puto Biñan Recipe
Puto Biñan is what some may call the best puto to be had. It's spread with melted butter and then drizzled with condensed milk and finished with grated cheese and salted egg. How Are You? First checking in. How are we all doing? Breathe and let's cook something fun. Puto Biñan I discovered this amazing...
Chocolate Chunk Cookie Recipe with Filipino Chocolate
Filipino Chocolate Chunk Cookie Recipe is made with a brand of Filipino baking chocolate. Move over Valrhona - there is a new chocolate in town! The Filipino Chocolate Chunk Cookie I know first recipe for 2021 are cookies. Because really, who is eating a salad right now?! I know I am not. It's still rough...
Tropical Pavlova Recipe From The Year 2020
A Tropical Pavlova with Calamansi Curd, ginger poached pears and grapes and grilled pineapple. A perfect ending to a year we will never forget. Bye Bye 2020 It's a time for reflection and at the end of the day I have to say I am grateful. Grateful for all of you that read and make...
Millonariyo Bars (Filipino Style Millionaire Bars) Recipe
These Millonariyo Bars (Filipino Style Millionaire Bars) are made with a base of Polvoron, Matamis Na Bao middle and a tableya chocolate topping. Trifecta of 3 Filipino recipes in one lush bite. Filipino Style Millionaire Bars Honestly I came up with this recipe because I saw a photo of regular Millionaire Bars and thought, is...
Ginataang Adlai (Filipino Coconut Pudding with Jobs Tears)
This Ginataang Adlai (Jobs Tears) is based on the Bilo Bilo, but has no rice and no balls. They are replaced with adlai and chia seeds with the natural sweetness through langka (jackfruit) and caramelized saba (bananas). What is Adlai? Why Ginataang Adlai?? Well for the past few weeks I have been obsessed by this...
Kalamay Recipe with Black Sesame (Linga)
Kalamay is a Filipino sticky rice delicacy made with just coconut milk, sugar and ground glutinous rice. In this version black sesame is added for additional flavor and crunch. Linga or Sesame Seeds This is it, the last recipe in the Bahay Kubo Cooking Series! We did it! The very last vegetable is Linga or...
Otap with Luya (Ginger) - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
This easy Otap recipe is made with store bought puff pastry cutting the labour in half. It's also flavored with Luya or Ginger as part of our Bahay Kubo Cooking Series. Luya (Ginger) We are up to the second to last vegetable in the Bahay Kubo Cooking Series and it's Luya (Ginger). I aim to...
Crispy Garlic (Bawang) - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
Crispy Garlic (or Bawang) is a staple in Filipino kitchens. It adds a lot of flavor and crunch to dishes such as Arroz Caldo and Palabok. Crispy Garlic (Bawang) Ohh, we are up to Bawang (Garlic) in the Bahay Kubo Song!!! I kept thinking of different recipes to highlight the bawang in Tagalog and I...
Ginisang Kamatis at Itlog (Sauteed Tomatoes with Egg)
Ginisang Kamatis at Itlog (sauteed tomatoes with egg) is a super simple two ingredient meal that gives you a healthy and hearty meal on the dinner table in no time. Ginisang Kamatis at Itlog (sauteed tomatoes with egg) We are at the tail end of the Bahay Kubo Cooking Series! Yay. What I wanted to...
Chocolate Biko Domes with Orange Zest Recipe
These Chocolate Biko domes are flavored with orange zest and cloves. It gives Biko (Filipino sticky rice cake) a festive Christmas make over. Orange Chocolate Biko One of my favorite flavors is Orange and Chocolate. It was one of the layers of our wedding cake. I have also made a cake and tart with the...
Sinigang sa Miso at Mustasa (Miso Soup with Tamarind and Mustard Greens)
This Sinigang sa Miso (Sour Soup with Miso) is garnished with Mustasa (mustard greens). It's a hybrid of the Filipino Sinigang and the Japanese Miso Soup. Also it's super easy to make! And Part of Our Bahay Kubo Cooking Series. Sinigang sa Miso at Mustasa I promised I would go back and make a Mustasa...
Savory Ube Focaccia Recipe and It's No-Knead!
This Savory Ube Focaccia is made with real mashed up Ube with lots of garlic olive oil. No real bread making skills are needed to make this bread. Just lots of patience. Savory Ube Focaccia Yes you read that right. You can make savory dishes with Ube! Case in point these Savory Ube Dumplings that...
Uraro (Arrowroot) Cookie Recipe and Gluten Free!
These Uraro (Arrowroot) Cookies are made with 100% arrowroot flour, which makes them gluten free. Using a cookie press you can make these cookies in under 30 minutes! What are Uraro Cookies? Uraro or Arrowroot cookies were the cookies of my child hood. I remember taking one from the canister and I would just let...
Filipiniana Gift Guide 2020 - Celebrating Independent Businesses!
Our second annual Filipiniana Gift Guide 2020 is here! It's filled with curated gifts of handmade and vintage Filipiniana by independent artisans. Gift Guide 2020 I am so excited to share with you this year's Filipiniana Gift Guide 2020. It has expanded to include healthy and beauty this year. Yay!! The guide also includes new...
Milo Tiramisu - Super Easy and Eggless!
Don't let this Milo Tiramisu intimidate you! It's super easy and in this kid friendly version, we use no eggs or alcohol. Just some Milo and whipped cream gets you a very glam dessert on the table in no time. What Is Milo? Okay, we are going to start with what is Milo first. If...
Bistek Sibuyas Recipe - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
Bistek Sibuyas or Bistek Roasted Onions are made by roasting sibuyas in the bistek marinade. The toyo (soy sauce) and calamasi infuse the onions with the most intense flavor and you don't really miss the steak that you normally have with it. Sibuyas Continuing on with the Bahay Kubo Cooking Series. I am skipping one...
How To Make Kesong Puti (Filipino White Cheese)
Traditional Kesong Puti recipe made with just whole milk, vinegar and calamansi. The soft curds are wrapped in banana leaves to add flavor and set the cheese. What is Kesong Puti? Traditionally Kesong Puti is made with Carabao Milk. The Carabao is a native water buffalo in the Philippines and helps families tend their land. ...
Labanos Fries with Creamy Sinigang Dip - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
These Labanos (Daikon) Fries get nice and roasted in the oven, which amps up the flavor. To accompany the fries a creamy "Sinigang" dip is made with tamarind sauce. Labanos We are continuing on with the vegetables in The Bahay Kubo Cooking Series and the next veg is Labanos. What is Labanos? It sounds so...
20 Minute Sopas with Chicken Ravioli
Sopas or Filipino Chicken Noodle Soup is made even easier with store bought chicken stuffed ravioli and bone broth. It goes from fridge to table in 20 minutes flat. What Is Sopas? Sopas which translates to soup in English comes from the American Occupation of the Philippines. It's our version of Chicken Noodle Soup. In...
Kalabasa Bread - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
This Kalabasa Bread or Squash Bread is almost brioche like, but colored and flavored with kalabasa. Served with Salted Malunggay Butter, it makes for a nice hearty snack. What is Kalabasa? The next veggie in the Bahay Kubo Cooking Series is Kalabasa! Kalabasa is a winter squash, in English it's translated as pumpkin. However it's...
Itlog na Maalat Gratin (Salted Egg Gratin) Recipe
Itlog na Maalat Gratin uses a Filipino salted duck egg to add a new dimension of flavor to a traditional gratin. It's a little salty and a littly funky, but full of flavor. Itlog na Maalat Gratin or Salted Egg Gratin Well, well it's that time of year where we are thinking about food. I...
Filipino Neapolitan Sugar Cookies Filled with Yema
These Neapolitan Sugar Cookies are flavored with 3 different Filipino flavors. Ube, Langka and Pandan. It's also filled with yema, which gives the cookies a nice gooey surprise. Neapolitan Sugar Cookies Filled with Yema Ever since Constellation Inspiration posted her Neapolitan sugar cookies, I just had to do a Filipino version. For my flavors I...
Filipino Flavored Polish Kolaczki Cookies
These Polish Kolaczki Cookies are filled with dried mango mince and a ube cheese combo. The Filipino fillings add a different flavor to these cream cheese cookies. Polish Kolaczki Cookies Oh hey, hey. We are in the -ber months, so that means it's time for all the cookies. When I lived in Australia one of...
Tortang Ginisang Upo at Giniling - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
This Tortang Ginisang Upo at Giniling or in English Stir-fried Bottle Gourd with Vegan Grounds Frittata is a super quick meal to make during the weekday. With just a quick stir-fry of Upo and some vegan grounds with ginger and shallots, you can have a meal on the table in less than 30 minutes. What...
Fried Bangus Flakes with Calamansi Caper Pasta
In partnership with Sarangani Bay Bangus celebrating our Delicious Heritage, I’ve created this Angel Hair Pasta made with Smoked Bangus Flakes and dressed with a garlicky calamansi caper sauce. What is Bangus? First of all what is Bangus? It is also known as Milkfish and is eaten in a variety of ways in the Philippines....
Patani (Lima Beans) On Toast - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
Patani or Lima Bean is simmered in garlic, ginger, pepper corns and bayleaf. Then mixed with fresh tomatoes and olive oil. It's all spooned over some crusty toasted bread. Heaven. What Is Patani? I am back with the Bahay Kubo Cooking Series. Yes, yes I am skipping a vegetable (Bataw) as it's hard for me...
How to Make Cold Brew Coffee Granita
This refreshing Cold Brew Coffee Granita is made with coconut water and flavored with pandan leaves. It's a nice cool treat for the last hot days of summer. Cold Brew Coffee Granita The best way to beat the heat is to eat ice, but make it fancy! This one is based on my Cold Brew...
How To Make Low Sugar Espasol with Kinako Powder
This low sugar Espasol is made with coconut sugar and finished with a dusting of Kinako Powder. What is Espasol? Espasol is a kakanin (rice based Filipino snack/dessert). What makes it unique is that the glutenous rice flour is first toasted then mixed with the coconut sugar and milk to make the snack. Traditionally it...
How To Make Matamis Na Bao (Coconut Jam) Cake
Matamis Na Bao (Coconut Jam) Cake is made with a box mix (yes really!) and simply frosted with coconut jam. It's a quick and nice treat to have during the week. What Is Matamis Na Bao (Coconut Jam)? Well it's just coconut cream and sugar that has been stirred over super low heat for approximately...
Ginataang Sitaw and Kalabasa Quiche - Bahay Kubo Cooking Series
The Classic Ginataang Sitaw and Kalabasa is made into a Quiche. The savory coconut custard is laced with ginger, garlic and fish sauce. One look will make you think brunch, but one bite will make you think of home. The Bahay Kubo Cooking Series Oh hey! It's back by popular demand. Food shopping got a...
How to Make Black Sesame Lamingtons
Black Sesame Lamingtons is a nice flavor twist on the traditional Lamington. Instead of dipping the cake in chocolate it's replaced with a black sesame laced white chocolate and covered with black sesame seeds and coconut. Happy National Lamington Day! Yeah, I know food holidays are wack. But whatever! I have made lamingtons here before,...
Super Easy Oven Baked Ube Pancake
Super Easy Oven Baked Ube Pancake is made with just 4 ingredients. You just pour it in a skillet and bake for 20 minutes. Serve with some Ube ice cream and you have a quick dessert on the table in a flash. Oven Baked Ube Pancake You know that Tick Tok trend of making tiny...