Tag Archives: The Maya Kitchen

Cantaloupe Soda Float
(The Maya Kitchen)

THINKING of what to serve guests when they come a-calling this Christmas season? You want something cold and refreshing to match the weather, which will be getting a little breezier as the month of December rolls in. You want something … Continue reading

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Princess Cake
(Chef Gene Gonzalez for The Maya Kitchen)

ONCE upon a time, there was a town called Sulipan in Pampanga which was quite famous for being the favorite place for foreigners to dock, go down their ship and trade with the locals. It was actually during the turn … Continue reading

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Brazo de Mais
(Chef Sau Del Rosario for The Maya Kitchen)

YOU’RE familiar with Brazo de Mercedes. It’s that velvety smooth and soft meringue roll with a custard filling. Iloilo has its own Brazo de Ube. From Pampanga comes another variation called Brazo de Mais. Made using corn (canned corn kernels, … Continue reading

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Toasted Butter Cake with Fruits ala Mode
(The Maya Kitchen)

IF you think Buttered Toast and creamy French Toast are manna from heaven, you definitely must try Toasted Butter Cake. It’s not just buttery with a light, smoky flavor. It also has that rich and delectable caramelized taste to go … Continue reading

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Bringhe
(Chef Claude Tayag for The Maya Kitchen)

BRINGHE is the Filipino version of the Spanish paella. It is steeped in Philippine history, having been eaten by some of the most well-known Philippine heroes, and originates from the Northern provinces of Pampanga and Bulacan. It draws its yellow … Continue reading

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