Melo Villareal
Top 10 Best Philippine Food Souvenirs
Food is one of the best souvenirs to bring home with you when you visit the Philippines, whether you are a local tourist or a foreigner in the country. You can find the best food souvenirs listed below for a truly worthy stash of Philippine gifts. They are available in markets, souvenir shops, and shopping malls across the country.
Bagnet
Bagnet, a crispy pork belly from the Ilocos region, is repeatedly seasoned, boiled, and deep-fried before being laid out to dry. It’s crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It is also very easy to pack, lasting up to a month.
Bottled Bagoong
Bagoong is made from a salt and small shrimp or krill mixture that is marinated and fermented for several days until the salty and earthy flavor develops. It is a delicious condiment that is typically eaten with unripe mangoes and can also be used as an ingredient in a dip for fish and vegetables.
Bottled Tuyo
Filipinos’ favorite breakfast has been transformed into bottled gourmet tuyo. Tuyo pieces are placed in a fancy mason jar with other flavorings such as aromatics, spices, herbs, and olive oil. They are unquestionably transportable and long-lasting.
Chicharon
Chicharon is a crunchy, salty, and fatty snack made from deep-fried pork rinds. It goes best with a garlic vinegar dip. You can also add it to other dishes to add flavor and crunch.
Cornick
Cornick is a popular Filipino corn snack. They serve as an excellent appetizer, snack, or beer companion. It is widely available in the Philippines, where it can be purchased at supermarkets and small shops. The best Cornick packs, however, come all the way from Ilocos.
Danggit
Danggit, or dried rabbitfish, is frequently served as one of the best breakfasts in a Filipino home. Danggit is deep-fried until it is crispy. This will be a hit with your family, especially if served with garlic rice and a spicy vinegar dipping sauce.
Dried Mangoes
Dried mangoes are among the best souvenirs available in grocery stores throughout the Philippines. Because fresh fruits are often prohibited in airports, bringing dried mangoes is the best way to introduce your family and friends to the delicious mangoes of the Philippines. These vitamin-rich, tangy-ripe mangoes are easy to chew and perfect for snacking at any time of day.
Kapeng Barako (Batangas Coffee)
If you and most of your family members back home enjoy coffee, kapeng barako from Batangas is a must-have souvenir. This coffee is known for being bold and strong, with a distinct aroma that you will undoubtedly enjoy and crave.
Piaya
Bacolod is home to some of the most delicious and sweet treats, such as piaya. Piaya is a type of flat, unleavened bread that is grilled on a pan and filled with sweet fillings such as ube and muscovado sugar.
Ube halaya
A popular Filipino dessert is ube halaya (purple yam jam). The Good Shepherd Convent in Baguio has the best ube halaya in the Philippines. You can buy bottled ube halaya to give to your loved ones.
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