Growers and Grocers

Whether it is because asians are largely lactose-intolerant or that we do not have that many cows, it is not a wonder that cheese production is not a big industry in this region. It is, therefore, surprising to learn that in Sta. Cruz, Laguna, a small town 96km south of Manila, cheese production is a […]

Philippine tuna exporters appeal to the government to help persuade Japan to lift its 9-year ban on smoked tuna products.
Japan’s Department of Health and Welfare barred shipments of filter-smoked tuna and tilapia products from the Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand citing that the smoking process to preserve freshness posed a health hazard to Japanese consumers. Philippine […]

Japan announced on July 27, 2006, that it will start allowing US beef imports once again after suspending it early this year. 34 out of the 35 authorized US beef processing plants have been cleared upon recommendation from Japanese inspectors who toured and evaluated the facilities for compliance with the export agreement.
December 2005 saw Japan […]

For more than a decade now, soy beans have been touted as a miracle food. Soy reduces the risk of heart disease, breast and prostate cancer, is known to ease symptoms of menopause, prevents digestive disorders and problems of lactose intolerance and milk allergies, is beneficial to diabetic diets and may help prevent osteoporosis among […]

Pili nuts are the marriage between macadamias and almonds. Relatively unknown to the rest of the world, pili nuts are popular in the Philippines due to their versatility.
Also known as the Philippine Nut, Java Almond and Kenari Nut. The Philippine pili variety is classified as species Canarium ovatum. Seventy percent of this minor crop, produced […]

I’m a Chinese woman born in the Philippines and currently living in Manila. I work as a freelance food stylist and I’m passionate about the culinary arts. I also operate a home-based baking and catering business.
My blog Pride and Prejudice covers my everyday life from travel to family to food.