NUEVA ECIJA, Philippines — In the Philippines, people say, “Bigas ay buhay”: “Rice is life.” It’s a neutral canvas for every meal. Other foods are often served as “ulam,” the ...

Chicharon is a crunchy snack made from pork rinds that have been fried until they're crispy. It's a popular snack in the Philippines ... Lye water is used to make kutsinta (steamed rice cake) and puto ...