Filipino Chicken Pastel (Creamy Chicken Stew)
Make Filipino chicken pastel with tender chicken, Chorizo de Bilbao, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, peppers, and a rich creamy…
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From adobo and sinigang to kare-kare, bistek, lumpia, and arroz caldo, this collection celebrates the soul of the Filipino table—bold flavors, cozy bowls, and dishes made to share. Expect authentic techniques with weeknight shortcuts, regional notes from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, and smart swaps using supermarket-friendly ingredients. Whether you’re craving party-tray favorites or rainy-day comfort, these recipes bring home that warm, kanin pa! feeling—no fuss, all flavor.
Filipino Yema Cake (Soft Chiffon with Yema Frosting)
Filipino Yema Cake with soft chiffon layers and creamy yema frosting. Easy, festive, and perfect for Christmas and…
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Brazo de Mercedes (Filipino Meringue Roll with Custard)
This classic Brazo de Mercedes is a Filipino bakery icon: a soft meringue roll wrapped around rich yema custard. We’re using cup measures…
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Filipino Baked Macaroni (Noche Buena / Holiday Potluck)
This Filipino Baked Macaroni is a Christmas and potluck staple—soft macaroni tossed in a creamy, slightly sweet red sauce with…
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Filipino Pork Asado (Chinese-Style Sweet–Soy Braised Pork)
This Filipino Pork Asado leans into its Chinese-Filipino roots: pork shoulder slowly braised in soy sauce, garlic, onions, and star anise until…
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