The most inexpensive way to travel in the Metro. For just 7 pesos or roughly US$0.15, one can cover a distance of up to 4 kilometers. Add 1.50 pesos or US$0.03 for every kilometer beyond that.
This common street food gives you bang for your buck because it really fills you up. Plus, it takes quite a while for you to consume, especially when it's freshly "fished" from a giganormous can of hot water.
We always invite our non-Pinoy guests to try out balut. It's a form of mini-torture for them at first, but they usually end up requesting for another round of balut and local beer. It's pampalakas ng tuhod!
Just so you know: His scientific name is Bubo philippensis. We’re not sure if he appreciates being called “Bubo”, but the name sticks. Why it’s in the list: It’s a huge owl found only in the Philippines.