Seaweed is a general term for as many as 11,000 species of algae, or plants that grow in a variety of waters. These macroalgae or marine algae come in different colors and are found in the bottom of the sea or other solid structures. Made into savory salty ingredients and snacks usually ready for consumption,…

Onions, the common onion, or bulb onion is a wildly cultivated vegetable from the genus Allium (including garlic, chives, and leeks). This herbaceous biennial plant is grown for its edible bulb made of several translucent layers, with a strong pungent smell and flavor is grown worldwide and often eaten as food or made into medicine….

Garlic, a flavorful bulb known to be one of the oldest cultivated plants in the whole world. belonging to the Perennial plant of the Amaryllidaceae (Amaryllis family), grown in mild climates. an herb related to chives, leeks, and onions. These are known for their intense pungent smell from the sulfur-containing compounds that turns aromatic once…

Dilis, in English “anchovies”, are a small variety of fish that’s popular in the Philippines. These miniature fish turned into a dried snack, appetizer, side dish, or beer companion, might look irrelevant and too small that you might not really take notice of, but once it’s added onto the dish, it really gives a big…

Tilapia, a freshwater fish found around shallow streams, rivers, ponds, lakes and brackish water. These fast growing fish that can adapt to its surroundings very well. These can survive harsh weather, living up to 10 years and more than 10 pounds in weight. It is a real farmed fish, not a man made fish contrary…

The Pomelo fruit, is a natural non-hybrid Asian citrus fruit that’s highly nutritious, packed full of vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein and antioxidants. A low calorie fruit, compared to other fruits in the citrus family, these have a less acidic and sour taste, are less juicy, but sweeter than a grapefruit.  A Short Introduction The Pomelo,…

Calamansi limes are small natural citrus fruit popular in the Philippines and throughout Southeast Asia also known as known as the Philippine Lime or Philippine lemon. They are used as flavoring ingredients in marinades, as preservatives, to garnish or the piece de resistance to sweet and savory dishes. They have a sour, tart flavor and…

Fish sauce is a salty amber colored liquid condiment is made from fish or krill, fermented with salt for a few months to 2 years. a seasoning found in many Asian households especially Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Added into dips, sauces, soups, and even stir-fry and marinades. This ingredient might just be that little…

Sili or siling labuyo (red) or siling mahaba (green) is a spice commonly seen in many Filipino dishes, having green and red colored peppers both belonging to the Capsicum frutescens, developed in the Philippines after the columbian exchange. But what can this little spice do to your dishes? Sili or Chillies might not be an…

Vinegar is an ingredient made by fermenting acetic acid, water, and sometimes compounds for added flavorings. Great for simple things like pickling, adding a slight tang or balancing savory dishes, and is even used in baking to stabilize the dessert! For those who love to add a bit of texture into their dish, then vinegar…