Ilocos Empanada by D&G

08/09/2026

Ilocos Empanada is a true culinary treasure of the Ilokano region, a hand-crafted dish rooted in tradition and celebrated for its unique flavour. The crisp rice-flour shell, naturally coloured with annatto, the fresh green papaya for its signature crunch, and the iconic Ilocos longganisa for its bold savoury character all reflect generations of perfected technique. Each piece is assembled manually, preserving the authenticity of the dish and highlighting the care and pride Ilokanos pour into their food. Its enduring popularity is not only due to taste but also its cultural significance, representing community, tradition, and regional identity.
West Side Filipino Asian Grocery
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery Kuya JJ Asian Grocery Pakenham Manila's Best
Maswerte Pinoy
Sari-Sari Asian Groceries - Narre Warren

07/09/2026

🇵🇭🔥 Melbourne, this is your chance to experience the Ilocos Empanada at the market stall!

This Saturday, UKAY UKAY NIGHT is happening and it’s going to be our FIRST EVER public serving of Ilocos Empanada in Melbourne! 🎉

Be one of the first to taste our hot, crunchy, delicious viral Ilocano empanada while enjoying a night filled with Pinoy food, music, shopping, and BIG bargains. It’s the perfect Saturday night out for families, friends, and every kabayan looking for good vibes.

🎉 UKAY UKAY NIGHT IS COMING! 🇵🇭🛍️

Melbourne, ready for a night of Pinoy food, music, shopping & BIG BARGAINS?🔥

Join us for UKAY UKAY NIGHT— your Saturday night just got a whole lot more exciting! 😍

📅 Saturday, 12 September
⏰ 4PM–9PM
📍 Manila Grocers Warehouse, Clyde North
📌 54 Selenium Way, Clyde North VIC

✨ GRAB A STALL FOR JUST $50!
Bring your pre-loved treasures, clothes, goodies & finds — and turn them into CASH! 💰

🛍️ BARGAINS ALL NIGHT LONG
🍢 Enjoy delicious Pinoy food
🎶 Good music & good vibes
🤝 Support local Filipino businesses
❤️ Shop, eat, enjoy!

Hosted by AMPED – Amplified Marketing Project, with Tusok Tusok Bar and Manila Grocers International.

👉 Want a stall? Message us NOW to secure your $50 spot!

Tag your ukay-ukay bestie 👇
SAVE THE DATE. BRING YOUR BAGS. LET'S GO UKAY! 🇵🇭🔥

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07/09/2026

Melbourne, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
From the Western suburbs to the Southeast, your love for our Ilocos Empanada reminds us why we started — to bring a taste of home to every family we can reach.
And to our affiliated stores, salamat. Your support helps our products find their way into more homes, more smiles, more moments shared.
We feel the love every single day.
West Side Filipino Asian Grocery
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery Pakenham
Manila's Best
Maswerte Pinoy
Sari-Sari Asian Groceries - Narre Warren

04/09/2026

Freshly cooked Ilocos Empanada dropping to the West and Southeast this weekend — pre‑order now so you won’t miss out on your weekend treat.
West Side Filipino Asian Grocery
Manila's Best
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery Pakenham
Grocers- Clyde

02/09/2026

Chorizo Ilocos Empanada — Fusion That Actually Works

The authentic Ilocos Empanada is unbeatable, but the chorizo flavour brings a new kind of excitement — a blend of Western smoky spice and Filipino comfort food.
It’s still crunchy, still Ilocano, but with a deeper, richer flavour that feels familiar to Western palates while staying true to Filipino roots.

A smoky Western twist blending perfectly with Filipino comfort.
Crunch it. Taste it. Feel the fusion.

It’s the kind of twist that makes people say:
“Wait… this is still Ilocos Empanada, but it tastes like something new.”

01/09/2026

Your favourite weekend treat is back — freshly cooked Ilocos Empanada, now open for pre‑order.
Perfect for lunch, snacks, or a chill break with your favourite drink.

Saturday • 05/09/26
📍 West Side Asian Grocery, Taylors Hill
📍 Manila’s Best, Cranbourne North

Sunday • 06/09/26
📍 Kuya JJ Cranbourne
📍 Kuya JJ Pakenham
📍 Manila Grocers, Clyde

Secure your weekend treat and enjoy the viral Ilocos empanada — freshly cooked, proudly local, and made for the community that keeps us growing. Please message directly the store for your order. 👨🏽‍🍳🙏🇦🇺❤️
West Side Filipino Asian Grocery
Manila's Best
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery
Kuya JJ Asian Grocery Pakenham
Grocers

01/09/2026

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01/09/2026

Our Ilocos Empanada is finally finding its place among Filipino groceries here in Melbourne — a true taste of home made closer.
We’re deeply grateful to Kuya Ernie and Ate Sally for opening their doors to us and supporting small Filipino businesses.
Melbourne South East, no need to travel far. Frozen Ilocos Empanada is now within reach — heat, crunch, enjoy.

30/08/2026

Our Ilocos Empanada continues to grow, opening another door and bringing us closer to the community that’s been craving our flavours.
We’re deeply grateful to Manila’s Best for embracing our product with such warmth.
To our Cranbourne North families — the viral Filipino snack is now within reach. Go grab your stocks while they last.
Manila's Best