Melo Villareal
During the Lenten season, Binalot has curated a special menu featuring beloved dishes from the Visayas region. Guests can enjoy the savory Bangus Sinugba, a flavorful grilled milkfish marinated to perfection; the refreshing Kinilaw, a traditional ceviche style dish made with fresh fish and vinegar; and the hearty Laswa, a nutritious vegetable stew usually prepared with a variety of fresh local produce. Starting February 18, Ash Wednesday, these healthy favorites from the South will be available at select Binalot branches, encouraging diners to indulge in comforting, authentic Filipino flavors while observing the season.
Bangus Sinugba
Sinugba means “grilled”, Kilaw means “vinegared,” and Laswa means boiled vegetables. The bangus sinugba is filled with chopped onions and tomatoes and then slowly grilled to a nice finish. Being healthy is not only good for the body but also for the soul.
BANGUS SINUGBA — Our beloved national fish is now expertly prepared by stuffing it with freshly chopped onions and ripe tomatoes, then grilled to perfection. In the Visayan language, the term “Sinugba” beautifully describes this traditional method of cooking over an open flame, highlighting the rich flavors and smoky aroma that characterize this delicacy.
Binalot recently celebrated its 18th year in business and signed a foreign franchise for Dubai, UAE. Binalot was founded by Rommel Juan and his friends in 1996, when they realized there were no real Pinoy dining options that were fresh and portable and used eco-friendly packaging.
Kinilaw na Isda
Kinilaw na Isda is a vibrant Filipino dish featuring the freshest fish delicately marinated in tangy Pinoy vinegar, complemented by the aromatic sweetness of Ilocos onions, and topped with fiery red hot peppers. This flavorful dish has long been enjoyed by our Visayan brothers and is now available at a Binalot near you. Ideal for the Lenten season, it offers arefreshing and spicy taste of Filipino culinary tradition.
Laswa
LASWA — What could be more nourishing for both body and soul than a vibrant, freshly boiled medley of local greens and a colorful array of Pinoy vegetables, known as Laswa? This traditional Filipino dish offers a wholesome blend of flavors and nutrition, celebrating the bounty of local produce.
Binalot now has 45 branches across the country, all serving Filipino food favorites in its trademark banana-leaf wrapper, naturally preserving the food’s freshness. It now also offers Franchising options, with a number of pre-approved sites available to interested applicants. You can visit www.binalot.com for more information. Find us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, too.
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