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Le Papillon Bleu in Santa Barbara, Iloilo

There are so many things to do when you  visit the historic town of Santa Barbara, Iloilo . You will be amazed its beautifully restored church and convent, see one of the biggest Philippine flags atop one of the tallest flagpoles, tee in the oldest existing golf course in the country, explore its attractive plaza, discover the Philippines' only hand-made Belgian lace making facility and so much more. You can also indulge in the town's popular native snacks - baye-baye,  bingka , rice crackers, and more. Quench your thirst with its "mysterious" drinking water that is colored like whisky and "it burns" . But you can also satisfy and fulfill your gastronomic cravings as well as make more Instagram worthy posts when you chase "The Blue Butterfly". Le Papillon Bleu is a "pleasantly comfortable and cozy" restaurant along Hingco Street in Sta. Barbara, Iloilo.

Kinilaw na Talaba

Talaba (or oysters) are good on their own and usually steamed dipped in sinamak - the Ilonggo spiced vinegar. It can also be served baked with cheese and even an  oyster cake .  Serving it  kinilaw -style is somewhat halfway between "steamed and fully cooked" and still as delicious as it any oyster dish can be! Here's a basic and simple recipe for Kinilaw na Talaba