Chinese food is one of the earliest cuisines that was introduced to the Filipino culture. Even before the over 300-year-long Spanish occupation of the Philippines, Filipinos have been trading with China since the 9th century. Through this long history of trading between ...

Sotanghon is an Asian noodle that isn't just popular in the Philippines. Did you know that sotanghon or vermicelli is also known as glass noodles? While these are not the grayish-green glass noodles made of sweet potato starch of Korean fame, sotanghon is also ...

Travel around the Philippines and you'll find there are more types of pancit than you ever thought possible. Even as short as a trip to Cavite will reveal there are at least eight kinds that you can enjoy!However, there are three very ...

Everyone knows that the pancit is a staple of parties. It's the dish that signifies long life which we adapted from the Chinese. It's a staple as well for merienda. Whether you're looking to have a snack or need something more filling, the pancit can ...

Have you ever wondered why there are so many different kinds of pancit? This handaan, merienda, or even daily staple, finds its roots long before Spanish colonizers came. Instead, the iconic noodle dish began with the Chinese when they settled and traded ...

Despite the fact that every Pinoy meal must have white steaming rice, there can be times when you can crave something else. Not every dish needs to be served with rice. In fact, there are some dishes that are better served with other starches. If ...

Pancit is almost always present in any Pinoy celebration—a spread is not complete without it. It's filled with hearty, easy-to-find ingredients: from vegetables to seafood and you even even top it with chicharon! The best part about pancit is that it can ...

We all can’t wait for Chinese New Year for a slice of good luck. Also known as the spring festival or the lunar new year, this widespread celebration has to be big to properly usher in the Year of the Pig. So, ...

Pancit is a traditional party fare, as well as a lucky dish according to the Chinese. While it's common to serve this at gatherings, there are recipes that are easy and simple enough to master. Not only that, ingredients are common enough to cook for everyday meals. Whether you're looking to make ...

This pancit canton recipe is quite different from the usual pancit canton you are used to. Instead of the usual vegetables, peppers take its place and instead of the usual seasoning, other Asian ingredients lend its flavor to the noodle dish. It's ...