By Phoebea Co and Allyssa Dizon
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| Fat Asian Kid Meme
Pasalubong (a shortened term for "pang salubong", which in English means "to greet with") is a Filipino tradition of a homecoming gift. It is something implied whenever one travels to another place. Common statements would include the meme above which in Filipino is "Wag mo kalimutan ung pasalubong, okay? Salamat!" It has no direct translation in the English language as well. Pasalubongs are usually the souvenirs for the family and friends from the place that the person has been. It can range from t-shirts, keychains, and most commonly as food. Pasalubongs are a sign that you kept the person/s in mind while travelling. Pasalubongs are also locally made by the well, locals and is a way of helping the local community as well!
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~ MARINDUQUE ~
1. Arrowroot Cookies
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| Arrowroot Cookies and Arrowroot Cookies with Pinipig (source)
Arrowroot Cookies (plain, 250 grams): P 105.00
Arrowroot Cookies (with Pinipig, 250 grams): P 110.00
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Bring home the goodness of Marinduque in bite-sized pieces!
2. Butterfly Wall Decor
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| Butterfly Wall Decor (source)
Butterfly Wall Decor: P 180.00 - P 250.00
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No butterflies were harmed in making these! In fact, Marinduque is all for the preservation of the butterfly species! Check out the Marinduque Butterfly Farm to further appreciate their beauty.
3. Abaca Slippers
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| Abaca Slippers (source)
Abaca Slipper (for kids): P 50.00 - 75.00
Abaca Slipper (size 5-9): P 135.00 - 150.00 Abaca Slipper (size 10): P 145.00 - 160.00 |
Useful and colorful: definitely a must-buy! Not to mention that purchasing a pair of slippers will be able to give back to the locals of Marinduque who gave you an amazing experience!
~ OCCIDENTAL MINDORO ~
4. Yema
Triangular-shaped Yema (source)
5. Fishes Galore!
In Occidental Mindoro, fishes are more abundant than chicken and pork. So while in the province, it's great to pack up these fishes (Lapu-Lapu, Bangus, etc.) along for pasalubong for friends and family! Prices vary, but it is guaranteed that it is cheaper than of Manila's usual city prices.
Lapu-Lapu (source)
Bangus (source)
In Occidental Mindoro, fishes are more abundant than chicken and pork. So while in the province, it's great to pack up these fishes (Lapu-Lapu, Bangus, etc.) along for pasalubong for friends and family! Prices vary, but it is guaranteed that it is cheaper than of Manila's usual city prices.
6. Sugpo
Sugpo (source)
Shrimps are also abundant in the area. It is ideal to have a stopover to the market before you go home to pack up these beautiful and large shrimps for delicious dinners and dishes. It is also relatively cheaper than of what Manila supermarkets offer.
~ ORIENTAL MINDORO ~
7. Suman sa Lihiya
Merl's Suman sa Lihiya (12 pcs) - P 120.00
Suman sa Lihiya is a rice cake made up of glutinous rice, lye, salt, and corn oil. Merl's Suman sa Lihiya are usually square-shaped, individually hand-packed, and intricately wrapped in palm leaves. Each piece weighs 50 grams. One pack costs P 120, inclusive of 12 individual pieces and 6 pre-packed coco jam in a bite-size plastic.
Merl's Suman sa Lihiya (source)
*prices vary in where you buy, but currently it is at this price at Merl's Pasalubong stall
Suman sa Lihiya is a rice cake made up of glutinous rice, lye, salt, and corn oil. Merl's Suman sa Lihiya are usually square-shaped, individually hand-packed, and intricately wrapped in palm leaves. Each piece weighs 50 grams. One pack costs P 120, inclusive of 12 individual pieces and 6 pre-packed coco jam in a bite-size plastic.
8. John-Nette Banana Chips
John-Nette's Banana Chips (source)
Banana Chips are made from saba or cardava bananas, refined sugar, and coconut cooking oil. But what separates John-Nette Banana Chips from the other brands (which are thick and rough and brittle) is that their chips are thin, crispy, and glazed smoothly with sugar. John-Nette is considered as a legacy for producing and distributing banana chips in Oriental Mindoro. Each pack costs about P 35.
Pastillas de Leche, directly translated from Spanish means “milk tablets” or “milk pills.” It is a common Filipino sweet delicacy made from evaporated milk with some mixtures to make it like a dough. But this has mashed camote (or sweet potato) in it, which is a twist in the traditional taste. The dough then will be formed into small shape and be coated with sugar. Each piece varies in price, but it can't go over P 10, really affordable for a sweet treat for yourself and your family and friends.
~ PALAWAN ~
10. Bamboo Rainmaker
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| Bamboo Rainmaker (source) |
Price: Starts at P 25.00, depending on size
Legend says that if you play the Bamboo Rainmaker that it will rain. Even if you don't believe in such stories, it's a great memento and decoration that you can hand carry.
11. Kasoy (Cashew)
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| Different types of cashew products (source) |
Price: Ranges from P 20.00 - P 140.00 depending on type and grams
Nom-nom-nom! Cashew nuts cooked in different styles... and there's even a spread version of it. Can't get enough! Bring home 3 of each if your budget permits you!
Nom-nom-nom! Cashew nuts cooked in different styles... and there's even a spread version of it. Can't get enough! Bring home 3 of each if your budget permits you!
12. Bracelets (Accessories in general)
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| Accessories (source)
Price: usually 3 pieces for P 100.00
Colorful and local-made. It will definitely be a favorite among girls of all ages!
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~ ROMBLON ~
13. Marble Dolphin
Price: Starts at P 200.00 (for small marble displays), P 900.00 for marble dolphins, onwards
What is a trip to the marble capital of the Philippines if you don't bring back home one? With the value, this would be a perfect pasalubong for a very important person in your life. Yiiie!
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| Marble Dolphin (source) |
What is a trip to the marble capital of the Philippines if you don't bring back home one? With the value, this would be a perfect pasalubong for a very important person in your life. Yiiie!
14. Mortar and Pestle and other marble kitchen utensils
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| Marble Mortar and Pestle (source) |
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| Other marble products (source) |
For utility and aesthetic purposes, Romblon's marble products are truly one for bringing back to your home!
15. Pendants (and other accessories)
Price: usually P 50.00 onwards
Handcrafted by locals, it feels like you're bringing home a piece of Romblon with you... literally. Can for necklace, bracelets, and keychains.
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| Seashell Pendants (source) |
Handcrafted by locals, it feels like you're bringing home a piece of Romblon with you... literally. Can for necklace, bracelets, and keychains.
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Sources:
Marinduque
- http://marinduquegov.blogspot.com/2012/08/visit-newly-opened-marinduque.html
Occidental Mindoro
Oriental Mindoro
https://www.facebook.com/merlsnativedelicacies/info
http://www.foodamn.com/2011/12/oriental-mindoro-merls-suman-sa-lihiya.html
http://travelibre.com/attractions/john-nette-banana-chips
https://www.facebook.com/merlsnativedelicacies/info
http://www.foodamn.com/2011/12/oriental-mindoro-merls-suman-sa-lihiya.html
http://travelibre.com/attractions/john-nette-banana-chips
Palawan
- http://www.boywander.com/2012/09/what-to-buy-in-puerto-princesa-aside.html
- http://www.palawan-philippinesbeach.com/travel_guides/Shopping/What_to_Buy_in_Palawan.html
Romblon
- http://www.lakas.com.ph/2012/06/14-things-to-do-in-romblon-island-romblon/
- http://loqal.ph/loqal-explorer/romblons-beautiful-marbles/
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