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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Internet keeps Kapampangan culinary industry alive
It was supposed to be an exciting year for everyone, especially for the business sector. The slogan Vision 2020 became a mantra as the majority had high hopes on what the year could have brought to the economy. But COVID-19 happened and the world stopped. One of the sectors adversely affected by the pandemic is …
5 mainstays on the Kapampangan Noche Buena table
Food is an important part of the Kapampangan culture. The Kapampangans love food so much that they have a menu for every occasion. There are certain dishes which are regularly served during town fiestas, weddings, and even on Good Friday. My maternal grandmother who hails from Minalin always made tidtad (dinuguan) during the bisperas of …
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 …
What’s inside the Philippines’ largest McDonald’s store?
ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER Gerald Gloton is a Kapampangan visual storyteller. He works with different fashion brands in the country shooting portraits for advertising materials. He is a contributing photographer and writer for GMA News Online, Mega Magazine, Philippine Star, Sun Star Cebu, Subselfie.ph, and Pampanga Provincial Information Office. His most recent works include Super K …
Hungry? Here’s a dozen local food delivery services you can try
You probably have heard of Food Panda and Grab Food. But did you know there’s a looong list of other local food delivery services you can enjoy in the province dubbed as the Philippines’ Culinary Capital? Continue reading to satisfy your cravings! Mangan.ph Mangan.ph is a food delivery app that caters to various cities in …
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 …