Learn how to make suman malagkit (also known as budbud), one of the most popular kakanin in the Philippines! It is a sticky rice cake made of steamed, sweetened glutinous rice wrapped with either buri palm leaves or banana leaves. They’re perfect for a snack, dessert, or even breakfast!  Shoutout to my auntie peachy for sharing […]

A hearty and sticky rice dish of the Philippines that is similar to paella. This Arroz Valenciana is loaded with vegetables, vegan chicken, and vegan chorizo. Although this dish is traditionally served during the holidays or on special occasions, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for everyday meals.  Arroz Valenciana (arosbalensiyana) is a rice dish […]

Our tropical twist on a classic cocktail! These calamansi margaritas will have you coming back for more. They are easy to make, require just a few ingredients and are most importantly, delicious! My mom recently gifted me a bunch of calamansi from her garden, so I wanted to put them to use and decided to […]

A classic soft and chewy sugar cookie with a Filipino twist! These vibrant ube sugar cookies are easy to make and are definitely a dessert to remember. Ube has been all the rage lately, and for good reason! Ube was such a large part of my childhood and I am so happy to see widespread appreciation […]

If you’ve never had banana cue, you are in for a treat! This popular Filipino street food is made from fried saba bananas coated in caramelized brown sugar. It is pretty easy to make and will satisfy any sweet tooth! The name banana cue (or bananacue) simply comes from the combination of the words banana and barbecue. […]

Learn how to make this easy vegan version of Filipino scrambled eggs. It requires just 3 ingredients and is ready in less than 30 minutes! Filipino scrambled eggs are very simple to make, they’re essentially eggs with tomatoes and thinly sliced yellow onions. You may be thinking to yourself, “But eggs aren’t vegan!” Of course […]

This Filipino Pancit Bihon is a staple at all of my family get-togethers. It is a rice noodle dish that is loaded with vegetables and served with a sprinkle of green onions and spritz of fresh citrus juice. It is packed with flavor and filling enough to serve as a main dish. It’s something that […]

Learn how to make the perfect vegan lumpiang shanghai aka Filipino Spring Rolls. It has the same exact taste and texture as the authentic recipe, but it is made with 100% plant-based ingredients. Let’s get cookin’! Lumpiang Shanghai is one of my favorite Filipino recipes. I made it my goal this year to finally put […]

Learn how to make a vegan version of bistek Tagalog, a Filipino dish comprised of vegan beef cooked in a tangy marinade with sliced onions. It’s hearty, packed with flavor, and made with only a few simple ingredients. This post is sponsored by Samsung Home Appliances. Something that my mom and I have been doing […]

A veganized version of a popular Filipino dish made from vegan chicken stewed with tomato sauce and vegetables. It is packed with flavor, SO easy to make, and naturally gluten-free! Plus it tastes just like the classic dish, only vegan. It is perfect for meal prep or for serving a large crowd and is best […]