ILOILO FOOD TRIP

A complete " go, grow and glow " dish because it has the carbohydrates, protein and vitamins and minerals in just one spoonful, Valenciana is also an "occasional dish". Found in almost all occasions like fiesta, birthdays, reunions and others, Ilonggos really love valenciana because most if not all have grown accustomed of having it in special gatherings at home.  And it can come in its simplest form with just malagkit rice, pork, chorizo and bell peppers to some fancy with additions like raisins, peas, chicken, hard-boiled egg (just garnish though), etc. Here's the recipe for Valenciana

Bam-i is a pancit specialty of Cebu that has been adapted in most pancit eating parts of the country. It's the usual recipe for a pancit dish with meat and vegetables but pancit bam-i is a mix of two noodles-sotanghon and canton (egg). Just like with most pancit dish, the recipe can be adjusted to satisfy your own tastebuds. And using choriso (longganisa) might be attuned to your taste. Here's a simple recipe of Pancit Bam-i Guisado with Choriso (Longganisa)

Pulboron is a staple in most bakeshops and is a favorite Pinoy candy-cake mix. While there are so many variations available, making your own polvoron makes you choose the ingredients of your choice and the flavor you love. Here's a basic recipe for Pulboron.

I can still vividly remember my first orders at San Jose Cafe when it opened years ago - Watermelon Slush and Chocolate Cake. It was just an on the spot order for the sake just ordering something and I expected nothing special about them. But I was wrong ... SM City Iloilo invited members of the Iloilo Bloggers for a gastronomic adventure showcasing SM Southpoint.  The newest hang-out of the Ilonggos is an al fresco wing of the biggest mall in the region consisting of local and home grown restaurants and cafes as well new local and "imported" players in the food service industry. It's time to discover what SM Southpoint has to offer ... Photo credit: The Appletizer