Philippines: Plants, Smiles, Art, & Tagalog
Oh, you think the Philippines isn't full of plant-based treats? Well, we can assure you, the vegan movement is alive, kicking, and delicious all over the Philippines.
Here's where you need to go when visiting the home of some of the most friendly people in the world. Scroll, scroll, scroll down and Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!
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Filipino Sinigang, Sour & Savoury Tamarind Soup at
Balay Dako, Tagaytay
Filipino Kare Kare, Stew with a Rich, Thick Peanut Sauce at
Corner Tree Cafe, Makati
Traditional Filipino Food Veganized, Longganisa, Tocino, Corned Beef at
The Good Choices, Makati
Sandwiches, Coffee, Burritos at
Kismet Cafe, Makati
Lasagna at
Le Voyage, Coron
Traditional Filipino Veganized at
Cosmic, Makati
More Vegan Sinagang at
Corner Tree Cafe, Makati
Vegan Grilled Cheese at
In a Nutshell, Makati
Assorted Tempura at
Cosmic, Makati
Sandwiches & Vegetable Soups at
Corner Tree Cafe, Makati
Soy Longganisa Burrito, Rice Plate at
Prosporo, Century City Mall, Makati
Pancakes at
Kismet Cafe, Makati
Spaghetti aglio e olio, (Spaghetti in Garlic & Oil) at
Amorita Resort, Bohol
More Spaghetti aglio e olio at
Le Voyage, Coron
Filipino Taho, Fresh Soft/Silken Tofu, Arnibal, and Sago Pearl at
Street Vendors, All Over the Philippines
Japanese Dessert at
Wabi-Sabi Noodle House in Makati Cinema Square
Traditional Filipino Veganized at
8 Tables Future Food, Quezon City
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An earth friendly, vegan market in the Manila area? Yeah. You heard that right. Locals told us about this gem, which is a market that housed local, artisan products, and then slowly became a vegan mecca for food. Held every Sunday from 11Am-8PM in Mandala Park, check out this market unless Legazpi Market is closer to you. This market is a lot smaller so if you want variety head to Makati. More on that market below.
We love zines, handmade goods, vintage things, do you love them too?
Make a stop in Cubao Expo, Quezon City and visit the hip shops you'd normally make a stop at. Vintage clothing, home decor, unique zines, Cubao has it all.
Zines, Art, Pins, & our 100 page Japan Photobook at
Studio Soup Library, Cubao Expo
Vintage Accessories & Home Decor at
Uvla Store, Cubao Expo
While you're in Cubao, visit the homie at The Twelfth House, always good vibes, and locally produced menswear is housed in this clean open space where we've hosted multiple art shows.
Our last show featured our art collective Bloody Gums, as well as Filipino and Filipinx artists from around the world.
The Legazpi Market: A Sunday market to make your locally produced needs and desires happy, happy. It's a Sunday market in the heart of Makati where you can get your fill of food, pastries, art, native products. There are over 100 vendors some small, some big, but we had such a great time meeting vendors and buying eco products that we have to say again, if you're in the Manila area on a Sunday this is a stop you need to take.
A vegan grocery store?! We wish we could teleport back to this very special store that features items like vegan polverone, jackfruit sardines, mushroom adobo, honestly the list of exciting things they carry goes on and on. The owners of this market are sweet, caring couple that are so happy to make veganism more accessible to those in the Manila area. They even go as far as to deliver grocery items, which is super legit. When you walk up to the front of the location don't be alarmed, they aren't closed. You just have to ring the buzzer. Go here if you're looking for treats to take back home as gifts, we promise you're vegan friends will be so thankful.
Take a bamboo bike out on a tour in one of the oldest parts of Manila. Bambike is located in Intramuros and they have tours on a daily basis a few times a day. We had a great time learning about the Philippines with our very informative tour guide. We love what Bambike is up to in Manila and we were really excited to ride out in style on a beautiful bamboo bike.
Moving on...
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First things first, Tanduay Rum is vegan friendly. Once you're on your trip, you'll appreciate this mention.
Second, look for this brand when purchasing soy milk. Recognizing the packaging will make it easier for you to spot it out in a crowded market.
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