Japanese Cake (Oyaki) is a street dessert sold at night markets in places such as Baguio, Philippines, said to originate from Japan. Inspired by traditional Japanese sweets such as ""oyaki"" and ""imagawayaki,"" it has developed its own names, adaptations, and variations locally. The small, pancake-like confection is easy to eat by hand and is characterized by its various filled styles. Popular in stalls and night markets especially in tourist destinations like Baguio, it has become an integrated part of the local culture.
Shawarma rice is a dish mainly enjoyed in the Philippines, adapted from the Middle Eastern-originated shawarma to suit local tastes. It is characterized by a serving style where seasoned meat, vegetables, and sauces are placed over rice. This meal is widely enjoyed as a daily food, especially at urban food stalls and in food courts. Shawarma rice is popular in various regions, including the city of Baguio, and shows unique variations with different ingredients and seasonings.
Kiwi beer is a type of fruit beer made by adding kiwi fruit during the brewing process. It is characterized by its distinctive acidity and refreshing aroma. In recent years, it has garnered attention primarily among craft breweries in Asia and Oceania. In Baguio City, Philippines, local craft breweries serve this beer to offer a new taste experience to both residents and tourists. Its unique character, different from traditional beer and other fruit beers, has led to its growing popularity.
Beer Chicken is a dish in which chicken is cooked using beer, and it features a wide variety of regional variations that reflect the local beer culture and available ingredients. Particularly notable is the Beer Chicken served at Craft Brewery in Baguio, northern Philippines, where locally brewed craft beer imparts a unique aroma and flavor that has gained popularity. The dish is characterized by cooking methods that harmonize the umami of beer with spices, as well as distinctive local dipping sauces. In recent years, Beer Chicken has been internationally recognized alongside the growing popularity of craft beer.
Passion fruit beer is a type of fruit beer brewed using passion fruit, characterized by its vibrant aroma, tartness, and tropical flavor. With the recent rise in popularity of craft beer, a wide variety of passion fruit beer has emerged in warm regions such as Southeast Asia and South America, attracting particular attention in tropical countries like the Philippines. At Craft Brewery in Baguio City, Philippines, passion fruit beer is offered as one of the craft beers that make use of unique local ingredients and climate.
Iced coffee is a refreshing beverage made with chilled coffee and ice, enjoyed in many countries and regions around the world. The methods of preparation, types of coffee beans used, and serving styles vary by location, having uniquely developed along with local climates, traditions, and the spread of café culture. In Baguio, Philippines, iced coffee made with locally produced high-quality Arabica beans is especially popular and is widely served at cafés and tourist spots throughout the city.
Tupig is a traditional baked delicacy popular mainly in the northern part of Luzon Island, Philippines. Its primary ingredients include glutinous rice, grated coconut, sugar, and nuts, which are wrapped in banana leaves and then grilled over charcoal. Tupig is widely made in various parts of the Philippines, especially in the Ilocano region, Pangasinan, and Pampanga, and is often served during harvest seasons, festivals, and at street markets. In Baguio's night market, it is regarded as a specialty sweet and enjoys popularity among locals and tourists alike. Variations in ingredients and preparation methods exist depending on the region or household, preserving distinctive local flavors that continue to be passed down through generations.
Dynamite is a popular Filipino street food consisting mainly of long green chili peppers (siling haba) stuffed with cheese or other fillings, wrapped in spring roll wrappers, and deep-fried. The dish is named for its explosive shape and intense spiciness, as well as its strong flavor. It is widely enjoyed at urban food stalls and night markets, especially among both local youths and tourists. There are numerous variations of this dish across the Philippines.
Grilled chicken head skewers are a popular dish in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, where they are widely enjoyed as street food. Locally known by the nickname ""helmet,"" these skewers feature the whole chicken head grilled over charcoal or open fire and typically seasoned with a special sauce or spices. Developed as a means of making full use of available food resources, this dish serves not only as an accessible source of protein but also as a traditional street food that represents the region’s culinary culture.
Fried Rice and Lechon are known as a popular combination that represents Filipino cuisine. Fried rice is a dish made by stir-frying rice with various ingredients, while lechon refers to roasted pork with a crispy skin. Although these two dishes have different origins and histories, they are widely loved in modern-day Philippines as part of everyday meals and at special occasions. At the ""GOODTASTE RESTAURANT"" in Baguio City, fried rice and lechon are also offered with local ingredients and cooking methods, making them favorites among both local residents and tourists.
