Niyog
It is the Filipino term for a mature coconut fruit. Coconut milk is a staple ingredient for many Filipino delicacies.
Paella
It is a savory and vibrant Spanish rice dish. The traditional recipe includes chicken and rabbit mixed with vegetables and spices like saffron.
Parol
It is a star-shaped lantern hanged outside the Filipino houses during Christmas season.
Jeepney
It is the cheapest mode of transportation in the Philippines. It can accommodate 16 to 20 passengers, excluding the driver. The vibrant jeepney signs seen on th
Camino de Santiago
It is an ancient pilgrim trail to the Cathedral of Santiago. Hikers take on this purposeful long-distance walk mostly for spiritual reasons.
Arroz con leche
It is a creamy rice pudding dessert with cinnamon and lemon.
Bocadillo de calamares
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El Escorial
El Escorial offers a variety of scenery, which makes the uphill walk worthwhile.
Reyes Magos
Fiesta de Los Reyes or the Feast of the Epiphany is observed in both countries, however, in different ways. In Spain, there are street parades and a lot of Rosc
Taho
A popular snack made from soybean or soft tofu mixed with sugar syrup and cooked sago pearls. In the morning, it is typical to hear vendors singing “Tahoooo!” t
Sari-sari store
It is a type of small neighborhood store where you can buy all sorts of foods or miscellaneous items at retail price. It is found in almost every street corner
Uvas
The Las doce uvas de la Suerte is a tradition in Spain every New Year’s Eve. A person needs to eat 12 grapes to the beat of 12 chimes at midnight.
San Fermin Festival
is a festival in Pamplona, Spain that is best-known for the encierros. People are dressed in white and red to create a unified look for the fiesta.
Natillas
It is a Spanish term for custard dessert. There are various recipes, but the most popular is the Natillas de Leche.
Kilig
It is a Filipino term that you use when your heart skips a beat. It can also mean that you feel excited romantically.
Tortilla de Patata
It is a typical Spanish dish that is also known as Spanish omelette. Usually, it needs at least 5 eggs, potatoes, olive oil and sometimes onions.
