Pinkberry is a frozen yogurt chain that originated in Los Angeles, California, United States. Founded in 2005, it has gained popularity for its healthy yogurt-based desserts and a wide variety of customizable toppings, expanding its network of stores around the world. Known for its tangy and refreshing flavor as well as its low-fat, low-calorie characteristics, it is especially favored by health-conscious consumers in urban areas. Pinkberry has become a familiar presence in major cities worldwide, including a store located in Greenbelt in the Makati district of Manila, Philippines.
Halo-halo is a representative dessert of the Philippines, consisting of a cold, layered sweet treat based on shaved ice and a variety of ingredients. The name means ""mixed together"" in Tagalog, and halo-halo is characterized by its diverse toppings, such as ice cream, pudding, sweetened beans, jelly, and fruits. It is widely served at cafés, street food stalls, and fast food chains throughout the Philippines, and is particularly popular during the hot season.
The set menu of Chowking is a meal option offered by the Filipino-Chinese fast food chain ""Chowking,"" which combines a variety of Chinese dishes. Founded in Manila in 1985, the chain is characterized by its unique style that blends Chinese cuisine with Filipino food culture. The set menu typically features items such as Yang Chow fried rice, Chow Mein, fried chicken, and dim sum served on a single plate. Chowking's set menu is known for its convenience and variety, and it is widely popular throughout the Philippines as an example of the country's casual dining style.
Pan de Coco is a traditional sweet bread widely enjoyed in the Philippines. It is made by encasing a sweet coconut-based filling in a dough primarily composed of wheat flour and baking it. Its name derives from Spanish, reflecting the influence of the Spanish colonial period, with ""Pan de Coco"" meaning ""coconut bread."" Consumed across the country as a common snack, breakfast item, or treat, Pan de Coco is enjoyed by many people, from urban centers to rural areas and even in low-income communities, making it a familiar and accessible sweet bread.
Cobra Energy Drink is an energy drink originating from the Philippines, manufactured and sold by the local beverage company Asia Brewery, Inc. Since its launch in 2006, it has held an overwhelming market share and has become a nationally popular energy drink, enjoyed by a wide range of people from urban to rural areas. Known for its affordable price, diverse flavors, and ingredients such as B vitamins and caffeine, Cobra is consumed mainly for daily energy supplementation and fatigue recovery. As one of the leading products representing contemporary beverage culture in the Philippines, it has attracted attention both domestically and abroad.
Red Horse is a beer from the Philippines known for its high alcohol content. It was launched in 1982 by San Miguel Brewery Inc. and is recognized for its rich flavor and distinctive depth. Its signature red label and horse logo are trademarks, making it popular among a wide range of people from young adults to older drinkers. Red Horse is often served at Filipino restaurants both domestically and abroad, and enjoys particular popularity within Filipino communities around the world. In Japan, it is available at establishments such as ""New Nanay's"" in Roppongi, Tokyo.
Sisig is a meat dish originating from the Philippines, primarily made by finely chopping parts of a pig's face and ears, then grilling them on a hot plate together with onions and chili peppers, and finishing with sour seasonings. It originally developed as a local specialty in the Pampanga region, and today various versions exist. Commonly enjoyed as a pairing with alcoholic beverages, sisig has also gained international popularity and is served at Filipino restaurants in places such as Tokyo, Japan.