Princess Cruz

Princess Cruz is a passionate food lover and home cook dedicated to sharing the rich and vibrant flavors of Filipino cuisine. Through her blog, she celebrates traditional dishes and modern twists, bringing the taste of the Philippines to every kitchen.
A luxurious pot of one of the most expensive soups in the world, featuring golden broth filled with premium ingredients like dumplings, slices of hard-boiled egg, and fresh vegetables. The soup is rich and savory, served in an elegant black pot, showcasing a lavish and indulgent presentation.
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5 Most Expensive Soups in the World

September 28, 2024 1134

How much would you spend for a soup? Besides from we don’t consider soups as a main dish,…

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Close-up of a dish of Pork Ampalaya with Oyster Sauce, featuring tender slices of pork, ampalaya (bitter melon), and assorted vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and baby corn, garnished with fresh cilantro. The dish is served on a dark plate, showcasing a rich, savory oyster sauce glaze.
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Pork Ampalaya with Oyster Sauce

September 25, 2024 949

Ingredients: Procedures: Image source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/avlxyz/40985583185/

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Golden brown Cassava Carioca patties arranged on a white plate. These round, fried Filipino treats have a crispy exterior and are made from grated cassava, giving them a slightly chewy texture. The patties are evenly browned, showcasing a delightful homemade snack.
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How to Make Cassava Carioca

September 13, 2024 1104

Ingredients: Procedures: 1. Peel off the cassava’s skin.2.  Grate the cassava. You should get about 2 cups of…

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Close-up of Pastillas Tostado, a Filipino milk-based treat, neatly wrapped in plastic. The cylindrical candies have a light golden color and a firm, slightly grainy texture, with visible sugar coating on the outside. They are placed on a white plate, ready to be enjoyed as a sweet snack.
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Pastillas Tostado Recipe

September 13, 2024 1136

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A bowl of Buko Salad, a popular Filipino dessert made from young coconut strips mixed with condensed milk, cream, and a variety of other ingredients such as jelly cubes and fruit. The creamy texture and green gelatin pieces are visible, floating in the mixture, giving the dish a festive and indulgent appearance.
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Buko Salad Recipe

September 13, 2024 1619

Craving for a delightful desserts? Try this one of the famous desserts in the Philippines the “Buko Salad“.…

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A traditional Filipino kakanin delicacy wrapped in banana leaves, unwrapped to reveal a soft, sticky rice treat topped with freshly grated coconut. The banana leaves, serving as a natural packaging, are laid open on a round wooden board, creating an inviting and authentic presentation. A fork rests beside the kakanin, ready for a delightful bite of this beloved Filipino snack.
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The Big Four: Top Loved Kakanin and Their Origins

September 13, 2024 1353

Kakanin is an umbrella term for the different kinds of steamed-rice meriendas that we usually and originally crave…

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The image shows a close-up of pastillas, a popular Filipino sweet made from milk. The round confections are coated with sugar, giving them a soft, glistening texture. They are stacked in a white bowl against a light background.
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How to Make Pastillas / Negosyo Recipe

April 12, 2025 714

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The image shows three small glass bowls containing ingredients for making sweet and sour sauce. One bowl holds minced ginger, another holds minced garlic in oil, and the last bowl contains a light, translucent liquid, possibly vinegar or oil.
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How to Make Sweet N Sour Sauce

April 9, 2025 484

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The image features a delicious slice of creamy lasagna layered with rich cheese, sauce, and pasta, garnished with fresh herbs on top. The dish has a decadent and savory appearance, perfect for an indulgent meal.
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How to Make Creamy Lasagna

April 6, 2025 397

Ingredients: • 1/2 kg ground pork• 1/2 Kg Lasagna Pasta• 1 pc carrot dice• 2 pcs hotdog dice•…

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