It's More Fun In Albay, Philippines Photo Series #46

Pastries. It's More Yummy in Albay, Philippines (Photo by Angelo Cantero)

Pastries. A term used to describe a wide variety of baked products made from ingredients such as flour, sugar, milk, butter, shortening, baking powder, eggs.


Pastries go back to the ancient Mediterranean with almost paper-thin, multi-layered baklava and filo. Northern Europe took on pastry-making after the Crusaders brought it back from the Mediterranean. French and Italian Renaissance chefs eventually perfected the Puff and Choux pastries, while 17th and 18th century chefs brought new recipes to the table. These new pastries included brioche, Napoleons, cream puffs, and éclairs.

In this photo, one of the famous Albay product, the Pili, is added to pastry resulting into a one-of-a-kind yummy pastry... the Pili Roll. 

Congratulations, Chef Wilson!

The Bicol Express made by a son of Albay, Chef  Wilson Quindo Tan and his TOP MEALS FOOD HAUS debuted at # 26 in the list of  50 Foods That Define The Philippines: From adobo to turon -- the best bites to be savored around the archipelago at CNN Global Experiences. Chef  Tan, who hails from Camalig, is a regular fixture during the Karangahan 2012 Festival. He is also part of the Culinaria Albay family. All hail to you, chef! You are a solid proof why it's more fun to be an Albayano.....

Pineda and Quimpo writes on CNN GO:

26. Bicol express

A fitting tribute to people who love coconut and spicy food is bicol express, a fiery chili, pork and coconut milk stew. Try it at the hole-in-the-wall eatery called Top Haus in Makati. Top Haus, 5994 J.D. Villena St., corner Mabini Street, Poblacion, Makati

Tea and Coffee at La Mia Tazza Only in Albay, Philippines

La Mia Tazza (All accompanying photos by Wilson Quindo Tan)

If you are in town, spend the lazy afternoon sipping hot coffee or tea while bonding with friends at La Mia Tazza..... only in Albay, Philippines.

Simply Sinful... Blueberry Cheesecake at Balay Cena Una in Albay, Philippines

Blueberry Cheesecake at Balay Cena Una (Photo by Wilson Quindo Tan)

Sinful, decadent, delectable, mouthwatering sweetness of Blueberry Cheesecake at Balay Cena Una. Words are not enough to describe this heavenly confection. Available at Balay Cena Una in Albay, Philippines.

It's More Fun In Albay, Philippines Photo Series #33

Rainbows. It's More Fun In Albay, Philippines (Photo by Ritche Merjilla Asagra)

Albay cuisine is not just rich in flavor, it is also rich in colors. One colorful reason why it's more FUN eating in Albay, Philippines.

It's More Fun In Albay, Philippines Photo Series #24

Chili Chill. More Fun in Albay, Philippines (via Dave Nocido)

For a land known for its undying love for "sili," it didnt take long for someone to experiment with pepper for dessert. Available at 1st Colonial Grills, the sili ice cream is a must for food adventurers and dessert lovers. One hot reason why it's more FUN in Albay.

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Going nuts with Pili. More Fun in Albay (Photo by Sheen Vergara)

Canarium Ovatum popularly known as Pili is an abundant resource in Albay. Boil it and pair with its all-time partner, kuyog, or turn it to a delicious delicacy. Make a tart out of it, or turrones, or caramelized it. You may create pandelcillos or a pili bread. Your imagination will only be the limitation when dealing with this gem from Albay, the Pili.... Making it more FUN in ALBAY!

Culinaria Albay….. Why it’s more fun in Albay

Launched in December 2011, Culinaria Albay is one of the reasons why it’s #FUNtastyk in Albay and #ItsMoreFunInAlbay. Home of the world famous Bicol Express and Laing, Albay is a gastronomical haven that should be on top of every food connoisseur’s list. The photos below are more than enough compelling reasons to support such claim….

 Spicy Laing (Photo by Wilson Quindo Tan)

 Pritong Galunggong sa Dahon ng Saging (Photo courtesy of Wilson Quindo Tan)

 Ginataang Langka with Alimango (Photo courtesy of Wilson Quindo Tan)

With mouthwatering cuisines like these, it’s definitely more fun in Albay.  bon appetit!!!!