Category: Foods and Places

Homemade Easy Filipino Crab Relleno Recipe

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Growing up on an island feels like a little blessing. I was lucky to grow up surrounded by the sea, where fresh-caught fish and seafood were always within reach. From simple family meals to special dishes prepared for celebrations, seafood has always been part of our table and a big part of my childhood memories.

One of the dishes that brings back those island memories is Crab Relleno. There’s something extra special about using freshly caught crabs, taking the meat out, preparing a flavorful filling, and stuffing it back into the shell.

It may take a little extra time and effort to prepare, but for me, Crab Relleno is more than just a delicious Filipino dish—it’s a taste of home, island life, and the simple joy of growing up with fresh seafood right from the sea.

Here’s a homemade Crab Relleno Recipe made with fresh crab meat that is savory

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Binignit Recipe

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Howdy, dear readers! It’s been a long time since I last shared a native recipe. For this year 2025, here’s my first recipe to share. It’s a local dessert food mostly served during Holy Week. This delicious afternoon snack has many different names depending on your location. In my hometown in Samar, it’s called Ginat-an. For Visayan people, it’s called Binignit, and for Tagalog, it’s called Ginataang Bilo-Bilo.

Anyway, whatever you call this, the delicious taste matters most, and it’s easy to make. Continue reading →

Mang Inasal Celebrates Triple Victory at the 60th Anvil Awards

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Showcasing its excellence in innovative and consumer-focused public relations, Mang Inasal, the Philippines’ Grill Expert, was honored with two Golds and one Silver at the prestigious 60th Anvil Awards held recently at the Fiesta Pavilion of the Manila Hotel. The brand’s standout programs included the Pork BBQ Media Launch, #MangInasalKahitSaan Digital and PR campaign, and “Love the Flavors, Love the Philippines.”

 Competing against over 586 entries, Mang Inasal stood out for its creativity and impactful execution in 2024, bringing home Anvils in various categories.

 “These Anvil awards are more than just recognitions; they’re a testament to our dedication to connecting with our customers in meaningful ways,” said Mang Inasal President Mike V. Castro. “This honor tells us that our efforts, whether in-store or online, truly resonate with our customers. It drives us to keep improving, listen to their needs, and find new ways to serve them better. This is a shared victory with our customers — they inspire everything we do.”

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SCIENCE PINAS: Lakbay-Tuklas ng Science at Travel

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Abangan ang first episode ng Science Pinas ngayong February 15, 2025 handog ng Department of Science and Technology (DOST)! Hatid nito ang kakaibang kombinasyon ng Science at travel, kung saan tampok ang mga kwento ng Science, Technology, at Innovation (ST&I) na nagpapabago sa mga industriya at komunidad sa buong bansa.

Pero, ano nga ba ang Science Pinas?

Ang Science Pinas ay isang programa na nagpapakilala ng konsepto ng Science Tourism, na naglalayong ipakita kung paano nagagamit ang siyensya at teknolohiya upang mapaunlad ang turismo, kultura, at kabuhayan. Sa bawat episode, mararanasan ang kakaibang saya ng isang scientific expedition habang binibigyang-pansin ang kahalagahan ng innovation sa mga lokal na komunidad. Para itong kombinasyon ng pamamasyal at edukasyon, na nagiging kapana-panabik na adventure para sa lahat ng manonood. Continue reading →