Wednesday, March 14, 2012

X: Pangasinan Pride: Lingayen Bagoong (Pangasinan Series)


Bagoong (fish paste) is a popular condiment used all throughout the Philippines. It is used as a dipping sauce for countless food such as grilled bangus, tilapia, tortang talong(grilled eggplant), grilled meat; as a seasoning for all-time Filipino favorite foods such as pinakbet(vegetable dish flavored with bagoong)  and binagoongan (pork cubes cooked in bagoong); or as gifts to relatives both locally and abroad. 

Bagoong made in Pangasinan, especially in the capital town of Lingayen, has long been regarded as the best bagoong in the Philippines due to its great taste and aroma. This great taste and aroma is due to the perseverance and creativeness of the local bagoong producers as well as the countless hours of experimenting and many months of fermenting in order to make that special Lingayen bagoong brand

Bagoong or fish paste is made of fishes of different varieties ( monamon/anchovies, padas/rabbitfishes , terong/bonnet mouth fish, galunggong /round scads, etc) mixed with salt and place in concrete tanks and allowed to ferment for about 3-6 months. After the fermentation process, the bagoong is place in big earthen jars for added fermentation and flavor and is now ready for use or sale. Ground fermented bagoong (fish sauce) placed and sealed in bottles is now the major trend in bagoong packaging which is being exported internationally. 

Bagoong making has come a long way from its early days. It is now a major industry in the town of Lingayen and nearby coastal towns providing economic income for most of Pangasinenses living in these areaa. It is an indispensable part of the Pangasinan culture heritage that Pangasinenses willingly and proudly share to the  country and to rest of the world. 

So, if the Koreans have their kimchi, the Japanese have their wasabi, we Filipinos have our Bagoong!!  Don't you want your grilled bangus or that tasty unripe mango dipped in tasty Pangasinan bagoong?! Oh come on, let's eat!!!

Bagoong Festival

IX: Discover Pangasinan (Pangasinan Series)

The Pangasinan Capitol at night
PANGASINAN
Cacupangan Cabe

Pangasinan is among the earliest political and administrative units in the Philippines. It has over 400 years of history and culture that started with the colonization by the Spaniards headed by Martin de Goiti, to its establishment as an encomienda under the Spanish Crown and eventually as a provincial unit, to its Golden Age brought about by developments under the present government.

Manaoag Church
Pangasinan is a crescent-shaped province, the third largest in the country and constitutes almost one-half of the total land area of Region 1. Pangasinan derived its name from the word "asin" or salt because of the many salt beds situated along the coastal part of the province. Hence when translated, pangASINan literally mean "where the salt is made".

 
Bolinao Falls
Pangasinan boasts of a multitude of wonders: from stretches of white and black sand beaches; its wonderful rock formations and caves; scenic landscapes of mountains, hills and different terrains; vibrant water systems of rivers, springs and waterfalls; ancient Hispanic architectures comprising of churches and houses; a long stretch of coastline overlooking South China Sea; miraculous religious spots for devotees; joyful and colorful festivals; and many more wonders both man made and natural.

Lingayen Beach
Clearly, Pangasinan represents the best of the best from among the provinces in the Philippines! So, What are you waiting for? Come and rediscover Pangasinan!! Galila ed Pangasinan!!
Hundred Islands in Alaminos

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Province of Pangasinan Official Site

Im BACK!!!

Hi guys! islandhopper is back!! SOrry for not posting for a long time. I had some family matters to attend to but its behind me now. I'm starting anew and is even more committed to this blog and compile 7100+ more reasons to love the Philippines!! Watch out! Its more FUN in the Philippines!!!

Friday, February 10, 2012

VIII: Summer Capital of the Philippines


Baguio Cathedral 

Baguio City is a highly urbanized city located in the Northern part of the Philippines.

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

VII: Let a Thousand Flowers Bloom!

The month of February is clearly in the air and can you smell the fresh flowers?

Surely, you will with Panagbenga Festival!

VI: The King of Philippine Streets!


Another way of transport to see the wonders of the Philippines, dubbed the "King of Philippine Streets" , is the Philippine tricycle.

Friday, February 3, 2012

V: It's All Mixed UP!

Halo Halo, Proudly served in the Philippines!

Halo-halo is one of the famous well loved dessert in the Philippines.

Monday, January 30, 2012

IV: New Wonder of Nature!





The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River is one of Philippines natural treasures located in the province of Palawan. It is a UNESCO heritage site and recently proclaimed as official

Monday, January 23, 2012

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Sunday, January 22, 2012

III: The King of Philippine Roads

The Philippine Jeepney
Jeepneys ,or simply "jeeps" are the most popular means of transportation by most Filipinos
 

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