Delicacies of National Capital Region (NCR)

          Halo-halo - Halo-halo is a popular Filipino dessert that's made with shaved ice, sweetened beans, fruits, jelly, and evaporated milk. It's a refreshing treat that's perfect for the hot weather in Metro Manila.

          Taho - Start your day with taho, a popular Philippine street food made from fresh silken tofu, sweet syrup, and sago pearls. Taho vendors can be found throughout Metro Manila, especially in busy morning markets.

          Kare-Kare - Delight in kare-kare, a Filipino stew made with oxtail, tripe, and vegetables, cooked in a rich peanut sauce. Try it at Café Juanita or Aristocrat Restaurant.

          Bibingka and Puto Bumbong - These two traditional Filipino rice cakes are often enjoyed during the Christmas season. Bibingka is a soft and slightly sweet cake made from rice flour, coconut milk, and topped with salted duck eggs and cheese. Puto bumbong is a purple-colored sticky rice cake steamed in bamboo tubes and served with butter, grated coconut, and muscovado sugar.

          Pancit - Pancit is a type of Filipino noodle dish that's commonly served during birthdays and other celebrations. There are many different variations of pancit, but some of the most popular ones in Metro Manila include pancit bihon, pancit canton, and pancit palabok