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Adventurous foodies can try fertilized bird eggs called balut. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

The contrasting flavors of classics such as pancit and ginisang ampalaya or sautéed bitter melon show the Filipinos’ varied taste. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Seafood, chicken, beef, and pork dishes are staples of Filipino cuisine. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Members of the Banda Kawayan ng Pilipinas (Bamboo Band Philippines) performs during the festivities. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Like other Asian countries, rice is a staple in Filipino cuisine and is cooked in various ways. Puso is rice packed in banana leaves for long journeys and can be eaten easily. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Aside from sweets, Filipinos also love fried food often found along carts by the roadside. Common favorites are lumpia and chicken or quail eggs coated in batter called tukneneng and kwek-kwek. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

A spread of various meat and vegetable dishes shows the country’s diverse cuisine. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

People join a boodle fight, a Filipino tradition involving using hands to eat various dishes laid out on a table atop banana leaves. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Fruit juices are popular thirst quenchers with the onset of the dry season. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

A performer dances the Bulaklakan. The folk dance involves holding flower garlands to signify the abundance of floral vegetation and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Filipino favorites such as dinuguan, pochero, and menudo are on sale for anyone looking for comfort food. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Sorbetes, sometimes called dirty ice cream is a great way to satisfy one’s sweet tooth while beating the heat. Popular flavors are use, mango, and cheese. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

As part of the DOT’s flagship program which celebrates the Filipino Fiesta, the event also had performers dancing the Binasuan, a folk dance where participants balance wine cups while dancing. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

 Salted eggs and tomatoes are a favorite Filipino side that goes well with grilled food. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

Alexis Carlo Corpuz

ABS-CBN News

While arguably influenced by other cuisines, Filipino food still has its distinct qualities. Dishes such as pochero and pancit, borrowed from other fare, eventually evolved into something that caters to Filipino taste buds. The country’s geography also plays a factor with dishes being highly local and regional. One would be hard pressed to find something as simple as inihaw (grilled food) to be exactly the same in different towns. Similar, maybe, but not the same.It’s a good thing then that the Department of Tourism (DOT) launched on Wednesday this year’s Philippine Eatsperience, giving locals and tourists alike a taste of the country’s various dishes.From the savory pork blood stew colloquially called dinuguan to the crispy and salty Cebu lechon, the festival has something for everyone. Even the (in)famous balut is on display. Of course with Filipinos being known for their sweet tooth, there’s definitely something for dessert lovers. Sorbetes, a Filipino take on ice cream, and various fruit juices are available for a taste. Philippine Eatsperience is part of the country’s celebration of Food Month and the DOT’s Philippine Experience Program, which highlights local dishes and aims to make the Philippines a travel destination.Visitors can enjoy delicacies in Luneta 7AM to 10PM Friday to Sunday and 7AM to 5PM daily in Intramuros for the whole year.

The Philippine Eatsperience brings to the fore the country's various dishes.

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Not just adobo: Philippine Eatsperience highlights Filipino cuisine

Alexis Carlo Corpuz,

ABS-CBN News

Published April 03, 2024 11:50 PM PHT

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Updated April 04, 2024 07:27 AM PHT

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