Above: The ever warm and welcoming charisma of the Iloilo Biscocho House A trip to Iloilo would not be complete without making a stop at the Biscocho Haus - a famous bakeshop and food gift shop. From being a simple snack store in 1975 it has grown more into a dozen branches. The very first Biscocho Haus and mother of all the branches is located at Lopez Jaena, across Jaro Plaza and Cathedral and for almost three decades it has become a ... Read More

Balut was featured in Fear Factor or other dares on international TV sitcoms where you actually get paid when you eat it. If all contestants were Filipino, most probably it would be like a peace of cake to perpetuate that certain act of munching on Balut. Is it something to fear about or be disgusted at, well, in a case to case basis. If you grew up in such culture where Balut is in it, and you certainly have developed the taste ... Read More

Piaya is a small genus of cuckoos which occur in tropical Central and Northern South America. Yes, that is correct. But did you know that in Bacolod City there’s bread called Piaya? It is flat unleavened bread filled with mozcovado (raw) sugar, which is gaining popularity in the growing health-conscious global market. It is similar to those mouth-watering pastries only its people can make best. It is a dessert you wouldn't want to miss when you're in that province. Below: Piaya of Bacolod City Piaya ... Read More