Buko Pandan Jelly from the tropics. The combination of sweet milk and chewy jelly keeps you entertained, with occasional coconut meat pieces sucked up through the straw. Pandan refers to the screwpine in the Philippines, and the beautiful green jelly color comes from boiling its leaves.

Doraemon’s favorite, Japanese Cake! Locals call it that, so it’s already a cultural thing (I just love the Philippines). This chocolate Japanese Cake is soft, crispy, and pancake-like, making for a delightful snack.

Middle Eastern food in Southeast Asia? Filipino Shawarma Rice with crispy beef and thick mayo-like sauce over rice. The rice was cold and soggy, but street food is more than just taste, so it was still enjoyable.

The second try is crucial for unique flavors. I initially found Dr. Pepper odd, but after another try, I was hooked. This kiwi beer had a distinct kiwi sweetness clashing with beer bitterness, creating a unique taste.

The moment I knew I’d found a winner by the aroma alone. Smoked chicken with craft beer, Beer Chicken. The smell was so fragrant it cleared my sinuses. Juicy yet perfectly dry, making me want to quench my thirst with beer. This dish at Craft Brewery is fantastic—I might return!

For rare craft beers, head to Baguio’s hidden gem, Craft Brewery. The highlight is their fruit beers! I first tried the golden Passion Fruit Beer. Almost odorless, with a fruity sweetness followed by a strong bitterness—truly passionate! It’s slightly warm with 6.5% alcohol.

What should you absolutely drink in Baguio? Not Red Horse, but coffee! Baguio is known for its high-quality coffee beans, among the best in the Philippines. There are plenty of great cafes to explore. I enjoyed a cup at Kai Café near the Valley of Colors, and it was delicious!

The theory that food wrapped in leaves is delicious holds true. At Baguio’s night market, I discovered a dish called Tupig. Wrapped in leaves, it promised greatness. It had a unique texture: warm, sticky, yet crunchy, with coconut sweetness. In Cebu, it’s called Budbud.

Filipino cuisine “Dynamite” is like a mystery food cop or a character from a show. Crispy spring rolls with spicy green chili inside are easy to snack on! I craved an ice-cold beer! This Filipino treat lives up to its explosive name, though some are dangerously spicy!

Baguio is a small town with few nightlife spots. Enter the night market! People enjoy street stalls and diverse street food. I enjoyed it every night myself. I found grilled chicken heads! Hesitantly biting into one, it tasted just like chicken. The many bones made it hard to eat, but my curiosity was easily satisfied.