Goldilocks Polvoron
Goldilocks is a Philippine bakeshop chain that manufactures and packages different flavors of pulburon. The Filipino word comes from the Spanish polvoron. Goldilocks calls it “shortbread cookies.” Goldilocks Canada has referred to polvoron as “Manila shortbread,” describing it as a “sweet mixture of toasted flour, milk, butter and sugar, that is then molded.”
Lucban Longganisa
Lucban longganisa by Mildred Cruz.
Difference Between Alimasag and Alimango?
In general, the alimasag has thin legs (and usually a mottled or spotted shell, but not always), while the alimango has prominently large forelegs and a shell that is of a solid even color.
Lokot-Lokot
Also known as Zambo Rolls — from the Zamboanga peninsula of the large island of Mindanao in southern Philippines!
Lokot-lokot is a crunchy, golden brown delicacy produced and served during special occasions.
Banana Ketchup
Bottles of UFC Tamis Anghang Banana Catsup on Store Shelf. Photos by Angie Pastor.
Banana ketchup is a popular Filipino condiment made from bananas, sugar, vinegar and spices. Its natural color is brownish, but it is colored red to resemble tomato ketchup.