Kapampangans are known for their great love for food, and that’s because you can also find the best cooks and chefs in the province. Dubbed as the Culinary Capital of the Philippines, several Filipino dishes loved by many have originated in Pampanga. And when we say Pampanga, the most popular dish that comes to mind …
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6 self-care tips to start the year right
New year means new opportunities for self-care and growth. You probably have finished writing down your New Year’s resolutions already, and we hope self-care practices made it on top of your list. One of the most important things we’ve learned in the previous year is the value of prioritizing one’s mental health and well-being, while …
Pampanga, home to superlatives
Pampanga certainly has a lot to offer. Our province is a home to several amazing people, food, places, events, among others. But how much of these biggest, largest, tallest things in Pampanga are you very familiar with? Let’s relearn about Pampanga being a home to superlatives with the list below: Tallest Ferris wheel The Pampanga …
6 gardening hacks to delight your plantito, plantita self
Remember when we were in school and our teachers would tell us to look into something green, plants preferably, if we want to rest our eyes for a while? Since then, we have often associated the color to nature, relaxation, and calmness. Maybe this is also the reason why most of us have turned into …
Kapampangan film ‘GULIS’ competes in Shanghai festival
The Kapampangan local cinema celebrates another feat! ‘GULIS’, written and directed by Kapampangan filmmaker Kyle Jumayne Francisco, is a nominee at the Shanghai Queer Film Festival – Asian Short Film Competition. The Kapampangan short film premiered internationally on December 12, and is competing against entries from Japan, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Singapore, and Israel. Shanghai …
Relearning our language, identity through a Kapampángan folk song
Being a Kapampángan who went to UST, I was often asked by my classmates about the famous folk song Atin Ku Pûng Singsing as a conversation starter. I honestly loved how the song was associated with my roots, for it was also the first Kapampángan song I learned when I started talking. And it’s not …
Get your on-the-go brews from these 5 local stores
Are you a coffee or a tea person? Well, we’ll also understand if you are both! Coffee and tea have loyal patrons, and we’ve seen more and more people falling in love with the cold-brew versions of these drinks over the years. These are perfect companions for people on the go; take a bottle of …
5 local stores offering exciting gift ideas for Christmas
Cold mornings, neighbors blasting Jose Mari Chan hits, and different establishments filled with Christmas lights and decors. It’s the most wonderful time of the year! One of the things we look forward to, aside from delicious food, is our annual gift-giving with family and friends. And while there might be slight changes with our celebrations …
PH’s largest McDonald’s store finds home in Pampanga
Pampanga’s indeed the country’s culinary capital. We don’t only pride ourselves on our delicious food but also on the ‘largest’ the food industry has to offer. If you’re passing along the Capitol Boulevard in Santo Niño, City of San Fernando, you probably have noticed the huge McDonald’s branch that’s being built in the area. Located …
6 go-to’s for plant-based foodies in Pampanga
Pampanga has a crazy list of culinary destinations… and some of them are vegan/ vegetarian-friendly! Plant-based diet wasn’t as “mainstream” as it is right now compared to several years ago. More and more Filipinos are trying the vegetarian and vegan route primarily for health, environmental, and/or ethical reasons. Others aren’t into full vegetarian or vegan …