Episodes

  • Palabok vs. Luglug vs. Malabon vs. Ispabok; Which Filipino pansit dish takes the spotlight?

    Palabok vs. Luglug vs. Malabon vs. Ispabok; Which Filipino pansit dish takes the spotlight?
    Oct 25 2024
    In this episode of Kwentong Palayok, Chef Joy Magbitang, Co-owner of Filo Station restaurant in Sydney, will share with us the differences among various types of pansit, their ingredients, and what makes Pansit Malabon so delicious.
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    22 mins
  • Kuwentong Palayok: Where did the boodle fight originate in Filipino culture?

    Kuwentong Palayok: Where did the boodle fight originate in Filipino culture?
    Sep 20 2024
    Have you ever experienced a boodle fight? Did you know that it was popularised by the Philippine military? And why is eating kamayan-style so enjoyable?
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    17 mins
  • Kwentong Palayok: Have you ever tried "alembong"?

    Kwentong Palayok: Have you ever tried "alembong"?
    Sep 20 2024
    Meet this charming bread that resembles a lamington. Is there a connection? Find out.
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    18 mins
  • Kuwentong Palayok: Are you feeling cold? Come, let’s have some bulalo

    Kuwentong Palayok: Are you feeling cold? Come, let’s have some bulalo
    Sep 20 2024
    As the cold season sets in, Filipinos can't help but crave soups or hot dishes like goto, lomi, lugaw, and of course, bulalo—the famous soup that Batangas proudly claims as its own, the capital of cattle trading in Luzon.
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    19 mins
  • Kwentong Palayok: Lugaw is love

    Kwentong Palayok: Lugaw is love
    Sep 20 2024
    LUGAW. A very simple dish. But did you know that this is one of the oldest foods in our culture?
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    16 mins
  • 'Munggo, law-uy, binignit:' Exploring the traditional Filipino cuisine during Holy Week

    'Munggo, law-uy, binignit:' Exploring the traditional Filipino cuisine during Holy Week
    Apr 9 2024
    In Semana Santa 2024, How Has the Celebration and Meaning of Holy Week Changed for Filipinos Residing in Australia, Embracing the Diverse Cultural Landscape?
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    12 mins
  • 'Kanin is Life:' Why do Filipinos love rice?

    'Kanin is Life:' Why do Filipinos love rice?
    Feb 23 2024
    Find out why rice is indispensable in the lives of Filipinos and on every dining table.
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    17 mins
  • Childhood memories and a whirl of flavours: why “dirty ice cream” is a favourite for Filipinos

    Childhood memories and a whirl of flavours: why “dirty ice cream” is a favourite for Filipinos
    Jan 26 2024
    Minatamis is part of the Filipino table. Similar to desserts, minatamis are sweet treats but can be enjoyed any time of the day.
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    17 mins