5 Must-Try Food/Delicacies in Region 10 Iligan City Lanao Del Norte
BINAKI
-One of the many things that will capture your heart in Bukidnon is their Binaki steamed corn tamales. Who wouldn’t get hooked on this famed snack made from Bukidnon’s finest young corn? Every bite walks you through the heavenly mix of corn, milk, butter, baking powder, and sugar all wrapped in corn husks then steamed to perfection - orchestrating into one of the best corn cakes you will ever have the pleasure of eating, made uniquely in the ever-bountiful Fruit and Vegetable Basket of Mindanao. Binaki started as a power snack for farmers who tend the fields and the crops all day long until it was introduced to visitors and tourists who fell in love with this delicious teamed corn cake. One probable reason why this delicacy was named Binaki is the frog-like position of people while grating the corn which will be used for its preparation.
SINUGLAW-Sinuglaw is a fusion of grilled pork meat and vinegar-cured fish, popular in Visayas and Mindanao. It's a must-try dish with a unique flavor and an aesthic properties. The fruit "Tabon Tabon" adds a citrus-y sensation and removes the fishy smell. It also has antibacterial properties, making it safe to eat. Sinuglaw is a must-try for a true Mindanao experience.
TURRONES DE MANI AND CASHEW NUTS -Aside from it's scenic views, thrilling adventures, amazing cultural centers and warm people, Cagayan De Oro also boasts of delicacies that will add to your bright memories of the city. The Turrones de Mani is one of the most common sweet treats sold in all pasalubong centers and in small stores all over the city. It is honey-centered wafer wrapped with caramelized sugar and crushed peanuts, an ensemble that will make the happiest sweet tooth. Cashew Nuts that were harvested from Barangay lumbia are also a crowd favorite in Cagayan de Oro not only because of it's unique nutty-milky taste but also because it trailablazed a variety of local business opportunities and livelihood.
LEGENDARY PASTEL DE CAMIGUIN
-Pastel de Camiguin, a popular Filipino pastry, originated with the Spanish and is now a popular pasalubong in Northern Mindanao. Originating from a small business venture by Camiguinon Eleanor Poperiua Jose, it has evolved into chocolate, mango, durian, ube, and cheese variants, perfect with Camiguin's traditional tablea hot chocolate.
-The humble Municipality of Linamon Lanao del Norte has been getting the attention of foodies and tourist all over because of their own very version of the Filipino buko pie. with it's crispy, buttery, flaky crust that is complemented by their unforgetable creamy-sweet and soft coconut filling, buko oies from Linamon have already become a staple pasalubong to take home to loved ones after enjoying the captivating sights and adventures of lanao del Norte.
-Cheding's Peanuts of Iligan City, known as "The Pride of Iligan," is a popular pasalubong in Iligan City. Originally a business venture by Ramon Tan Chingto and Lim Kim Tua, the non-greasy, sand-roasted peanuts have become a regional favorite. The company offers various flavors, including plain, salted, hot and spicy, toasted, sugar-coated, banana crispy, and mixed peanuts. Visitors can visit Cheding's Peanut store in Sabayle St. for a taste of this beloved delicacy.
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