A bilao is a large woven tray that holds larger-than-life quantities of food, particularly pansit and kakanin. It's perfect for potluck parties because it's huge and it makes your contribution seem more expensive than it really is.
A bilao is a large woven tray that holds larger-than-life quantities of food, particularly pansit and kakanin. It's perfect for potluck parties because it's huge and it makes your contribution seem more expensive than it really is.
Have you ever wondered why it's called Manila paper? It is made from abaca fibre, internationally known as Manila hemp, hence the name.
Why it’s in the list: These stars further enhance and brighten up the year-end holiday season.
"Bahay" = "house" and "kubo" = "hut". So a bahay kubo is called a "nipa hut". Huh?! Basta!
Why it’s in the list: Even foreigners like the Filipino Barong, I have some American friends that asked me to accompany them to buy a barong for themselves. Nowadays, barong has different colors and textile used. Maybe its unique thats why they like it. – Sophia Cabantog It’s a radically different, surprisingly comfortable formal attire....