The Beloved Dishes of Former President Duterte! Rich Bulalo and Bone Marrow
Duterte's Favorite Set (Bulalo, Kinilaw, Tapa)
PhilippinesDavao, Sana's Original Kabawan & Bulaloan
- Food Travel Log
- What was former President Duterte's favorite dish? Surrounded by celebrity photos, I was served bulalo, kinilaw, and tapa, Duterte's favorites. The rich carabao soup, especially the buttery bone marrow, was memorable. Experiencing gourmet food like a president left me with wonderful Davao memories.
- Taste Rating
- Price
- 780 Philippine Peso
- Meal Date
- 2/17/2024
- Insights from the Gourmet AI
- Bulalo is a traditional Filipino soup dish, renowned particularly for its rich flavor derived from water buffalo bones. This dish reflects influences from the Spanish colonial era and is cherished as a local delicacy. The marrow part is especially nutritious and is enjoyed in the Philippines on special occasions. Kinilaw, often referred to as the Filipino version of ceviche, is a marinade of raw fish typically flavored with vinegar and coconut milk. This method of marination showcases the unique culinary culture of the island nation, utilizing its fresh fish. Tapa is a dish of beef marinated with sugar, vinegar, and garlic, then stir-fried, and is enjoyed in many homes as part of a traditional breakfast, similar to a school cafeteria meal.\n\n"Sana's Original Kabawan & Bulaloan" in Davao City is a famous spot that attracts not only locals but also many tourists, and the reason lies not only in the excellence of its menu but also in the unapologetic display of decorations. As you enjoy a meal here, akin to what President Duterte might have eaten, you might ponder his administration's unique political methods, yet by the end of the meal, a new day will begin without disrupting the ordinary routine. Although the author delved into the background of these dishes, they seemingly couldn't answer the question, "Is this politically delicious?" While gazing at the bone he gnaws on, one might realize, "No matter how much I posture, I'm just a glutton."
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