I’m the only vegan in the family but every once in a while a family member would whip up something vegan in the kitchen. My sister for example would make some yummy Filipino Pichi-pichi, a sweet cassava dessert coated in coconut flakes. Pichi-pichi is her go-to dish for parties because it’s so easy to make….
Pastel Recipe
Pastel is a creamy Filipino dish made of vegetables, milk, and chicken. It’s pronounced “Pahs-tell” with the emphasis on the second syllable “tel”. In Spanish, it means “cake”. You’ll find Pastel usually served at special gatherings and parties most likely because people find it intricate to make. The vegan version though cuts down the labor…
Citrus Bloghop: Kalamansi Coconut Risotto
A fusion between Italian and Filipino, Kalamansi Coconut Risotto is a creamy rice dish I like to refer as “the ultimate comfort food”. It calls for simple cooking steps yet results in complex flavors that gradually reveal in every bite. Risotto is traditionally Italian but the ingredients, kalamansi citrus and coconut make it Filipino. I’m glad I…
Vegan Tinola
The clock is ticking. My friend has asked me for a Vegan Tinola recipe because she’s cooking it for her Christmas Eve party, or as we Filipinos call, Noche Buena. And because Noche Buena is only a couple of days away, I have to cut to the chase and publish this post already. So here you go, I…
Vegan Filipino Sopas Recipe
Sometimes, I get so busy with work and everyday life that I end up not having time to prep for a meal. When this happens, I raid my pantry and fridge and check what’s available. One good thing about being vegan is that you learn how to be creative with food. In the pantry, I…
Sarciado Recipe
My sister’s neighbor recently harvested tons of tomatoes from her backyard. They were big, juicy, organic Campari tomatoes. The neighbor was feeling generous so she gave two full bags to my sister. But my sister didn’t seem to know what to do with them, so she gave the other half to me. And just like…