Region IV - Southern Tagalog (Chapter VIII)
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- 2. This iconic Filipino soup is arguably at its finest in Batangas
- 4. Island Flavors and Arrowroot Delights
- 10. A one-pot dish in Rizal similar to a seafood and meat paella, cooked with banana leaves for added aroma.
- 11. (Wild Rooster)A native chicken cooked with local spices from Oriental Mindoro.
- 15. A cylindrical rice cake in Laguna made from glutinous rice flour cooked in coconut milk and sweetened coconut shavings.
- 17. A small freshwater sardine endemic to Taal Lake, A Batangas delicacy.
- 18. A traditional Quezon dish where meat (usually pork or chicken) is cooked underground or in a covered pot with hot coals, giving it a smoky flavor.
- 19. Marble Country with Island Flavors
- 21. A colorful and flavorful meatloaf-like dish often served during special occasions in Quezon.
- 22. The Philippines' Last Frontier of Culinary Wonders
- 23. A traditional Filipino distilled coconut liquor, is a significant product of Quezon and can be part of the gastronomical experience.
- 25. A savory stew from Cavite made with various meats and vegetables.
- 26. Land of Coconuts and Culinary Delights
- 28. A savory rice cake wrapped in banana leaves, it is a traditional Laguna delicacy.
- 29. A seaweed dish from Occidental Mindoro served fresh with vinegar and onions.
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- 1. A Cradle of History with Flavorful Heritage
- 2. A salt cod stew from Cavite with garbanzos, olives, and tomatoes, reflecting Spanish influences.
- 3. A Province of Pancit and Island Flavors
- 5. A mashed cassava dish mixed with sugar , coconut, and condensed milk made from Quezon.
- 6. A pancake-like from Marinduque delicacy made from rice flour and coconut milk.
- 7. A dense, sweet bread shaped like a turtle, popular in Sariaya.
- 8. A Blend of Tradition and Modern Flavors
- 9. A peanut brittle in Batangas made with caramelized sugar, often shaped into discs.
- 12. These delicate arrowroot cookies are a signature pasalubong from Marinduque.
- 13. A dish from Cavite of raw fish marinated in vinegar, onions, ginger, and chili.
- 14. A local white cheese from Cavite similar to kesong puti, made from carabao’s milk.
- 16. (Grilled Squid)A fresh squid grilled and served with vinegar dipping sauce in Oriental Mindoro.
- 20. A province known for its robust and bold flavors
- 24. Sweet glutinous rice balls in Quezon filled with sweetened beans or other fillings.
- 27. A sticky rice delicacy in Rizal often paired with latik (caramelized coconut milk curds).