Manila’s New King of the Road

Manila’s New King of the Road

Commuters can now book motorcycle rides with a few taps on their phones, enjoying faster, door-to-door service compared with traditional jeepneys.

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Abra On My Mind: Tracing My Family Roots

Abra On My Mind: Tracing My Family Roots

The writer revisited Abra in the hope of seeing his grandma’s home again, but alas, his efforts to locate it were unsuccessful.

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Mary Jane Veloso Comes Home in Time for Christmas

Mary Jane Veloso Comes Home in Time for Christmas

Facing a death sentence in Indonesia, Mary Jane Veloso is freed and sent home to the Philippines after 14 years.

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After Two Decades, LGBT Rights Still Bogged Down in Philippine Congress

After Two Decades, LGBT Rights Still Bogged Down in Philippine Congress

LGBT groups and their allies continue to express frustration over the slow progress of the bill.

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To Thy Selfies Be True

To Thy Selfies Be True

2D cafés are now trending in the Philippines.

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The Happy Home Cook: Cordilleran Etag (smoked meat) in Lentil and Kale Soup

The Happy Home Cook: Cordilleran Etag (smoked meat) in Lentil and Kale Soup

I bought some etag from local vendor at a Sunday street fair on Session Road in Baguio City, and he suggested that I use it as an ingredient to enhance my soup. His one tip: since the etag is already salty, no need to add salt to my cooking. Hence, I came up with this recipe. The result? Umami – perfect combination of salty, sour, sweet and spicy!

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Kuhol (Snails): From Pest to Gourmet Fare

Kuhol (Snails): From Pest to Gourmet Fare

Snails – if you can’t beat ‘em, cook ‘em ‘n’ eat ‘em.

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The Happy Home Cook: Thai-style Basil Pork with Chinese Pearl Barley

The Happy Home Cook: Thai-style Basil Pork with Chinese Pearl Barley

In my quest to create a one-pot meal, I decided to combine my favorite Thai-style basil pork with Adlai and I couldn’t be happier with the result.

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Much Ado About Adobo

Much Ado About Adobo

The Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry wants to set national standards for adobo, other Filipino dishes.

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Rabbit Meat, Anyone?

Rabbit Meat, Anyone?

Will Filipinos take to rabbit adobo?

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