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Carolina reaper…
26/08/2026

Carolina reaper…

Raised these Carolina Reapers thinking I was ready. I was wrong. The heat on these is completely beyond expectation one ...
16/08/2026

Raised these Carolina Reapers thinking I was ready. I was wrong. The heat on these is completely beyond expectation one tiny bite and it’s pure fire! 🌶️🔥

Just spotted the very first sprout of my Golden Nugget pepper.This unique heirloom variety starts out as a glossy, deep ...
31/05/2026

Just spotted the very first sprout of my Golden Nugget pepper.

This unique heirloom variety starts out as a glossy, deep purple pod before ripening into a brilliant golden-yellow. It’s gorgeous to look at, but packs a serious cayenne-level punch (30,000 to 50,000 SHU) once mature. Can't wait to watch this little jewel grow!




Finally crossed "Taste Pakaskas" off the bucket list! Found this legendary delicacy in Isla Verde, and it’s a game-chang...
04/04/2026

Finally crossed "Taste Pakaskas" off the bucket list! Found this legendary delicacy in Isla Verde, and it’s a game-changer for my morning coffee. It’s made from pure palm tree nectar, giving it a smoky, creamy sweetness that’s unlike anything else. A lot of hard work goes into these little leaf-wrapped circles, and you can definitely taste the soul in it.



Handle with care. New batches of Carolina Reaper Red are officially here and meaner than ever.
06/03/2026

Handle with care. New batches of Carolina Reaper Red are officially here and meaner than ever.



NCR has great coffee, but 528 Ilawod Cafe in Daraga is on a whole different level. I tried the Tres Dragones, and it was...
27/02/2026

NCR has great coffee, but 528 Ilawod Cafe in Daraga is on a whole different level.

I tried the Tres Dragones, and it was beyond anything expectation. The way the sour notes hit and then fade into a dark chocolate finish all while smelling like a vintage fruity w**e is something you have to experience to believe.

As a traveler, I never know when to ho back in this part of the world, and I’m already missing the taste. If you’re in Albay, do yourself a favor and visit 528 Ilawod Cafe. You won’t just find coffee you’ll find a new dimension of flavor and experience.





31/01/2026

Excited na ako, sana tumubo lahat sila.. lalo na yung isang rear variety ng sili na halos nasa stage of extinction na. (Peppa Peach Stripey


The smell alone takes me back. That unmistakable aroma of garlic, pork broth, and patis (eto yung tawag namin sa Tuyo 😂)...
27/01/2026

The smell alone takes me back. That unmistakable aroma of garlic, pork broth, and patis (eto yung tawag namin sa Tuyo 😂) it’s the scent of Iloilo. This bowl is my childhood, family meals after church, and late-night catch-ups with friends. Being Ilonggo means knowing that batchoy is more than food; it's a feeling of belonging. Forever my comfort food.



What’s the one ingredient that makes an Ilonggo dish truly authentic? It’s “BATWAN”. Yes You heard it right, This humble...
26/01/2026

What’s the one ingredient that makes an Ilonggo dish truly authentic?

It’s “BATWAN”. Yes You heard it right, This humble, green fruit isn't just an option it’s the essential, tangy soul of our cuisine. While others might reach for vinegar or calamansi, we know: batwan brings a unique, rounded sourness that brightens without overpowering.

From the heartiness of KBL (Kadyos, Baboy, Langka) to the comforting warmth of sinigang and linaga, batwan doesn’t just add sourness it adds depth, character, and memory. It’s the taste of home in every simmering pot.

Here’s to the little fruit that makes every Ilonggo dish right. Paagi sa aslum sang batwan, gina-uga gid ang kalawasan! Yeahh hehehe

What’s your favorite ulam that’s incomplete without batwan? Drop yours below! 👇












18/01/2026

Why not? 🌶️
Yesterday’s batch of gourmet Chili Garlic Oil is officially
SOLD OUT!
Grateful for everyone who ordered see you on the next batch! 😂❤️

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