The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

Hi, I am Karen. Welcome to my sanctuary where I explore Filipino cuisine with a focus on the unique flavours and stories behind the food of Capampangans (from Pampanga province and its peripheries - in the Philippines).

Join me as I try to take a closer look into the rich history and tradition of what we eat.

If you are looking to find out more about Filipino food, come and join me in this culinary journey. Let's enjoy learning together!


The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

Today’s discovery: Using Lechon Kawali as the main topping.
​Texture: 8/10
​Sauce: Thinner than usual but rich & savoury
​Verdict: Definitely heavier than your average pancit luglug, but the crunch is worth the calories.

How about you, ​which is your preference? Traditional tinapa or the "overloaded" lechon version? Let me know below! 👇

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

The "corn" reminds me of ningnang mais, a dessert made with eggs and sweet corn kernels shaped like a corn on the cob.
youtube.com/shorts/gDcP7T2pH8...

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

I've been slowly restoring my food blog and I am glad that at least, the more important post are back online. Two of these are the posts on duman that I and others in the community worked hard on.
karen.food.blog/2005/12/16/duman-stepping-back-in-…

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

From the archives: tinapa, garlicky tortang balasenas/talong, and plain fried rice.

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

Toast, guava jelly, and a fried egg. Good morning!

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

It's #WorldPastaDay but we're still reeling from the effects of the typhoon & I've no time to cook. However, to prove how versatile pasta is, here's something I make when pressed for time. Pasta, fresh milk, grated cheese, and dried oregano. Mix together & microwave! 💯

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

Many provinces in Luzon are affected. The rains may stop soon but the floods will stay for days, or even weeks to come. We'll definitely need assistance.

I'll post official/vetted donation posters, links, etc. on this thread.
#KristinePh #Philippines #TyphoonKristine

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

I thought to write down some of my thoughts on street food, which is a curiosity for me, like a moth to a flame. That's the food blog I am restoring, by the way. Most old posts aren't up yet but I'll have current material there.
karen.food.blog/2024/10/20/a-curious-culinary-jour…

1 year ago | [YT] | 0

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

It's #WorldPastaDay on Friday! What shall we have?

1 year ago | [YT] | 1

The Pilgrim's Pots and Pans

October 17th has been declared the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. How is poverty measured? The basic element is the food threshold. Non-food needs are then added. So, to eradicate poverty, governments should first identify who are food poor.

1 year ago | [YT] | 0