Snowbirds Living in the Philippines : The Filipino Sinigang- Tourist Spots in the Philippines

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The Filipino Sinigang- Tourist Spots in the Philippines

This year Special Filipino Dinner has taught me a few lessons. Filipino Food is still not as popular as the Asian cuisine. A few of my Fellow seniors asked me, Is Filipino Food Spicy? One thing I accomplished this week as a blogger was to educate and sometimes even inspire other through my daily Blogs; I have accomplished this and feel very

happy about it. May you continue reading my daily blogs. Again, your comments is very much appreciated.  

“THE BEST SOUP IN THE WORLD (Sinigang)”, 2021 

“The Filipino soup sinigang was named the #1 soup in the world in the TasteAtlas 2021 Awards. It received a rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars, beating other international soups like the Romanian Ciorbă de fasole cu afumătură. TasteAtlas recognized sinigang for its unique sour and savory flavor, which comes from a souring agent like tamarind.       

• Recognition: Sinigang was voted the best soup in the world by the international food database, TasteAtlas, during its 2021 Awards. 

• Flavor profile: It is described as a sour and savory soup known for its tangy kick, which can be adjusted based on regional or personal preference. 

• Souring agents: The distinct sourness is often achieved using fruits like tamarind, but other ingredients like unripe mango, guava, or calamansi can also be used. 

• Ingredients: A typical sinigang includes a sour broth with vegetables and a protein such as pork, beef, shrimp, or fish. 

• Cultural significance: It is a staple comfort food in Filipino households, often served with rice and enjoyed on special occasions.” -

“Sinigang is a comforting sour Filipino soup that is a mix of your chosen protein, vegetables, and a souring agent–typically tamarinds. There is a variety of methods that you can cook sinigang using other sour ingredients like Biasong, (Citrus hystrix var. micrantha), Batwan (Garcinia binucao), Calamansi, and Kamias (Averrhoa bilimbi, or bilimbi). 

Meanwhile, 

LOOK: PALAWAN RANKED 2ND MOST BEAUTIFUL ISLAND IN THE WORLD — TRAVEL+LEISURE
Palawan continues to shine globally after being named the 2nd Most Beautiful Island in the World in the 2025 Travel+Leisure World’s Best Awards, based on hundreds of thousands of reader votes.
Celebrated for its coral reefs, limestone cliffs, and white-sand beaches, Palawan is also home to the UNESCO-listed Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park.
Topping the list this year is Paros, Greece, followed by other world-renowned destinations including Bali, Maldives, Fiji, and the Galápagos Islands.
Travel+Leisure World’s Best Islands 2025 (Top 10):
 Paros, Greece
 Palawan, Philippines
 Bali, Indonesia
 Ischia, Italy
 Fiji
 Maldives
 Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
 Hvar & the Dalmatian Islands, Croatia
 Madeira, Portugal
 Mallorca, Spain

In Addition: 
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC NAMES MANILA AMONG BEST TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR 2026
Manila continues to shine on the global stage as National Geographic lists the capital city among the best places in the world to visit in 2026, further establishing its reputation as a top travel destination.

Lastly,
My Food For Thought for Today:

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