My other food adventures:

  • More foods in Cebu and Lapu-Lapu Cities

    Exploring Cebu City One of the must-visit spots in Cebu City is the Temple of Leah. It’s a bit far from the city center, so renting a car or motorcycle is a smart move to make the most of your time. We made the mistake of commuting and walking on our first days, which ate… Read more

  • Entoy’s Bakasihan in Lapu-Lapu City

    Eel or Bakasi in Cebuano, is a local delicacy found in some parts of Cebu. Since eel dishes are quite expensive in Japanese restaurants, especially in Metro Manila, we made sure to include it in our food trip when we visited Cebu. The best place to try it? Entoy’s Bakasihan—the most talked-about eatery serving Bakasi.… Read more

  • Cebu’s Esmen Carinderia: A Must-Try for Fish Soup Lovers

    Our first day in Cebu had been a series of near misses when it came to food, so we made it our mission to redeem our taste buds on Day 2. After a morning visit to a museum, we set out on a quest for Esmen Carinderia, a humble eatery tucked away on Rallos Street,… Read more

  • Exploring Coffee, Local Eats, and Hidden Food Gems in Taiwan

    Starting your day with a freshly brewed cup of coffee is a delight, and Taiwan’s convenience stores make it surprisingly affordable. At Family Mart and 7-Eleven, the coffee is brewed from real coffee beans, made fresh upon order, and comes at a very reasonable price. These stores also offer a wide variety of teas, perfect… Read more

  • Cebu Food Adventure: From Lechon to Pater ni Aki

    Our flight from Clark, Pampanga, departed at 11:30 AM, so by the time we arrived in Cebu, it was almost lunchtime. Instead of eating at the airport, we decided to save our appetites for Cebu’s iconic lechon. Luckily, as we exited Cebu Mactan International Airport, we spotted a small queue at a stall selling Ayers… Read more

  • Exploring Taiwan’s Night Markets: Raohe Night Market Adventure

    When you search for the best night markets in Asia, Taiwan’s Shilin Market consistently ranks high. Naturally, during our trip to Taipei from September 25-29, 2024, we made it a goal to visit at least one night market each day. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate, and we missed out on the Shilin Night Market. On… Read more