Best Food in the Philippines (This Year with Erwan Heussaff)

Erwan takes a look back at all his favorite videos of 2023.
Happy New Year to all of you!
Jump to:
(0:00) Intro
(1:36) Basilan
(36:46) Baguio
(46:17) Cavite
(1:05:00) Iloilo
(1:20:10) Enting's of Sagay
(1:47:18) Guimaras
(1:56:35) Ilocos Norte
(2:07:34) Batangas
(2:18:16) Tapuy
(2:44:10) Outro
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The Fat Kid Inside Studios
Erwan Heussaff - Founder
Kashka Gaddi - Content Producer
Eamonn Quizon - Cinematographer
Edel Cayetano - Story Producer
Harold Singzon - Story Producer
Mary Lournette Baligod - Story Producer
Kleo Balares - Editorial Producer
Hans Rivera - Multimedia Producer
Julius Rivera - Camera Operator
Steven Sune - Editor
Lorraine Santos - Editor
Dana Blaze - Editor
Ivan Christian Cocjin - Editor
MK Tayona - Editor
Martin Narisma - Food Editor
Kathryna de Bustos - Content Manager
Chester Velasco - Production Assistant
Kevin Amponin - Production Assistant
Dustin Dagamac - Colorist
Sofia Paderes - Graphic Designer
Kim Manuel - Graphic Designer
Roanne Salvacion - Accountant
Donalyn Aranda - Accounting Assistant
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[@rjaybautista]

Department of Tourism should give credits and make the likes of erwan and drew ambassador for promoting the beauty and foods of the PH.

[@mrr_pch]

That's right 👌

[@nandogroa]

I laud how Erwan, as a presenter and noted influencer, doesn't carry (or project) any air of entitlement and any blasé attitude. His humility, intelligence, and great skill for creating introspective narratives in the form of these mind-opening videos simply are top-notch. Finally, we've found a man to regard as our country's very own "better version" of Anthony Bourdain. Bravo Erwan!

[@yiensy1861]

Amazing content! Nakakahanga ang mga locals natin, magagaling, kulang lang talaga sa resources, and promotion. Pinaghihirapan nila bawat pagkain or panina, labor of love ika nga tapos tatawaran natin mga mamimili. awww. The Casitas and Tultul, ang galeng.

[@fqshebukher7549]

Erwan I vote as the modern filipino hero...educator, eloquent, no drama, no gimic, no lemon deals here... 🥇

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

TRUE. Classy.

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

DAD IS FRENCH HIS MOM FILIPINA :)@@WonderfulWingedUnicorn-sl9kt

[@Siopaogustoko]

He's french not a Filipino

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

French dad niya, and Filipina ang mother.@@Siopaogustoko

[@pearlyshellboparks3733]

​@@Siopaogustokohis mother is a Filipino..

[@miriamtorio3181]

Hats off, Erwan, from New York City. Thank you for giving attention to the artisans of the Philippines specially those who work under the mercy of nature. Their very hard work are never given importance and appreciation. I am grateful that you are doing so. Surely, New York City will embrace the products of these people if given the chance to reach us. New York City promotes and loves anything organic and exotic. More power to you.

[@yshiiyuna]

I love how Erwan gives respect to the food by asking assistance how to eat every dish traditional way. It gives highlight on people's culture in every place he went.

[@oliverhernandez3275]

Erwan deserves to be the secretary of tourism. Very important and high quality contents. God bless you.

[@christinafernandez5283]

Yung almost 3hrs pero nakulangan ka pa din...sobrang down to earth mo sir erwan...ang ganda panuorin para ka ding andun kumakain ❤❤❤

[@zealotry1426]

Please continue making good and quality content. Mainly I don't like english as the main language spoken for documentaries focus on Filipino subjects but yours is an exception. Not quite sure why, but I can feel your sincerity to uplift the Filipino heritage and cuisine. A big salute to you Erwan.

[@shielacruz3639]

Same, his vibe is humble that's why.

[@lysatorres800]

Yes absolutely true. Pinoy at heart, indeed!

[@Random-Stranger]

> Mainly I don't like english as the main language spoken for documentaries focus on Filipino subjects I disagree, I think we need a prominent English-speaking food content-creator making quality content about Pinoy-centric dishes that is based in the Philippines - and Erwan perfectly fits that hole. I think a lot of what's get lost to local Filipinos is that with the prominence of social media this age, there are thousands of first generation Filipino kids that are being born outside of the Philippines from Filipino immigrant parents and they have no way of learning about these varied nuanced takes on our food except for content creators/channels like FEATR and Erwan. There aren't a lot of Filipino content creators that actually delve this deep into the cultural aspect of our food and it's great that both local and overseas Filipinos are able to learn together on these videos. English is the lingua franca of the internet. I think it's about time we all get comfy with it being the default language used by content creators that want to reach a wider audience beyond just Filipinos within the Philippines.

[@PanchoPugNgo]

Seriously, the kind of content that deserves millions of views! Erwan is the new-generation Anthony Bourdain without the foul words 🙌🙌 he opens your mind to new perspectives.

[@pearlyshellboparks3733]

True!

[@yiensy1861]

Wow, this is very comprehensive! I thought I already knew Cavite. This is such a very good content. I'm not skipping ads. I'm working at night, this is content made me awake because it's educational, and happy to see that locals are still being introduced despite plenty of international influence. Kudos to the Featr team!

[@featrmedia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@arpeeeruas2260]

Grabe, I was totally blown away by this video. WHAT A GREAT DOCUMENTARY! WORTH WATCHING 🙌🙌🙌

[@SherwinFiel]

grabe talaga... DOT should notice or even award FEATR and erwan for these types of documentaries.

[@bashvaldueza5602]

This is what you call a "content". A KZbin video worth watching! Very informative!

[@CraigSakada]

Thank you for being a future bearer, spokesperson and representative of our people. We are rich in culture and natural resources. It shows thru our heritage and gastronomy. So proud. #riseupphilippines

[@SeaOfLuv]

Erwan is one of the hardworking dads out there. Bravo!

[@joanb8004]

Absolutely amazing Erwan and Featr team! I loved that you preserved the authenticity of each region and letting them tell their story in their own way. A perfect blend of history, story-telling, culture, and mouth-watering dishes.

[@featrmedia]

Thank you so much!

[@spidervin505]

Erwan, you and your team passionately educates global audiences about the brilliance of Filipino cuisine. Cheers! 🥂

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

Yes. True!

[@rosannapalacio331]

New subscriber Senior Citizen Watching FM Bukidnon Mindanao Philippines stay safe God bless us all

[@mielflores4340]

Love all your documentaries shows but as a regular seaweed eater, watching this preparing to go to work knowing that I’ll have a hectic day ahead calms me down. I’m missing my native land. Simple, simple hard and difficult but rewarding life.

[@annamaris8888]

I love this guy super napaka down to earth, walang kaartehan.

[@SeaOfLuv]

I love this episode. This should be in PBS (US TV Station) or Travel Channel. From the host, cinematography, videography, scoring, timing, CONTENT, editing and production = Bloody Brilliant 👍🙌👏

[@Gaomulan]

Thank you for making this type of documentary and highlighting the Filipino food culture and its rich history. Having lived in a foreign land so many decades now, I have been following your show for some years and I can say, I'm not only so so proud being a Filipino but also knowing so much more, much much more from your shows. God bless and keep on going. Thank you for helping our countrymen and women who work very hard with traditions handed down from our early ancestors. colonizers and immigrants from different part of the world. Our country is very unique indeed.

[@mannydemesa6238]

Regional Filipino food that you rediscover for every Filipino to watch and learn in the comfort of our homes is truly a learning gift to us. The far flung Muslim Archipelago is most interesting and an eye opener. Am a retired local Exec-Chef from Napa Valley Ca. Torn between our very rich food culture and Wholefoods American take on global cuisines. I truly admire the reach of your excellent vlogging. You are a national treasure. Chef M.

[@EDManguiat]

More than Compliments for YOU , ERWAN ! It warms the Heart that a foreigner like YOU is doing a very hard work, Herculean at that featuring our Best Foods, and Filipinos’ Gourmet Artists… YOU are a “Hero” in Your own right, just like “ Heroes” YOU featured! KUDOS !!! Kuya ED M here SalaMUCH!!!

[@user-or4oo2yw3g]

Hello Erwan! Just wanted to tell you im impressed with this documentary of the Yukon! Thank you for promoting not only the food but culture of our indigenous people . We are incorporating an art gallery for indigenous people in our future project in Pawalan.

[@cebamy]

Wow! This is awesome! As a Filipino-American, this makes me feel closer to my roots while away from my birth country. I’m super proud of Erwan and his team

[@jogiebrighton9926]

It’s a rich culturally diverse country hidden to be discovered. You’re such a good storyteller which I’m amazed how significantly beautiful our history has to offer. Continue your informative influences inspiring the youth of tomorrow. Thank you, Erwan!

[@franceskaalvarez]

Padayun Erwan and Featr Team ❤ Thank you for bringing our culture to the table for everyone to enjoy and learn from. There's so much sincerity and heart with what you put on. More power!

[@hernanhernandez8]

This is such a feast to a filipino audience. Great Job. Looking forward for more inspiring stories like this.

[@alleny16]

grabe to ❤❤❤❤ sobrang mas nakilala ko yung ganda at yaman ng Pinoy pag dating sa pagkaen ❤ congratulations kuya erwan

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

Me too, almost crying as I watch this, and it is like - how ignorant I am about so many wonderful cultures traditions and characters in the Philippines, and at the same time I am so excited to take in as much! Thanks, Erwan and Team!

[@emigdioperez2322]

Thank you Erwan for what you do, specially for you featuring different ethnic Filipino foods. I was blown away about the contents that I had no Idea existed around the country side. I’ve been away from my country for a long time and these contents are very encouraging to relearn my country’s culture. My hat’s off to you!

[@matchatealatte35]

I finished this, surprisingly. I really appreciate your works. Thank you for bringing the whole Philippines in just a click.

[@88Kidlat]

Love, love, love documentaries like this ❤❤❤. New subscriber

[@alinapatricia8639]

Well - yes, indeed I made it to the very end. You do an outstanding job, Erwan. Keep it up. God bless the important work that you do.

[@JazzMeUinFLUSA]

Thank you Erwan for doing all these documentary vlogs. Kudos! 👏 👏

[@MaikaSamson]

Thank for showing us the beauty of our culture, especially those that can be difficult to access. Keep it up!

[@coramanaog1971]

Thank you so much for preserving our heritage. It so heartwarming to see all your documentaries because It gives us all a better appreciation of how diverse, unique and lovely our country is. I hope you will continue with your advocacy 😊🙏 I look forward to more stories this 2024.

[@finaaldaba5341]

It's so nice to watch these again. All in one. Happy new year. More great and informative food videos for 2024. All the best !

[@marilouramos532]

Thank you very much for doing these videos! God bless you and your team!

[@mscdetata4189]

Amazing documentary! I learned a lot about the country I was born in. Thank you for showcasing the uniqueness of the Filipino culture. It brings home up close from far away.

[@VincentEduardASTACLARA]

Amazing content that pays tribute to Philippine cuisine, culture, and tradition! :)

[@ii_gachabunny_ii8871]

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[@Aj_crud]

This channel deserves more subscribers tbh.

[@jhosamelly]

Watched most of your videos in 2023. Thank you for sharing the Filipino culture and food to the rest of the world. Wishing you and your team all the best in 2024.

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

Great filming on the episode on Pakskas! It is like a documentary! Never heard of it , too! Something new again. Thank you!

[@gizmopulgaso3091]

Wow! Never thought our own Filipino food could be this interesting. Bravo!

[@jiropanumpang1902]

love watching your contents ☺

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

Amazing episode on GAMET! I never knew it before. Thank you!

[@frisSerenity]

1:57 AMAZING SHOTS!!!!! 😍 FEATR the best! Thank you. Your films are food for the soul!

[@apartparis]

Bonjour. Great cultural & even educational video for Pinoys & Non Pinoys ( like me). A real trip through remote areas in the philippines & often roads less travelled by the tourists. Great way of honoring these small artisans and to bring them to light by promoting and valuing their authentic products made with love , passion and often hard work. I wish Pinoys & foreign cultured foreigners will take notice of these gem food dishes and baking, etc. I loved those sea food and fish Tinilao dishes. Bravo pour l’excellent reportage. Continuez vous êtes sur le bon chemin . J’attends avec impatience d’autres documentaires.

[@myrabrown8046]

Happy New Year! Here’s to 2024 being filled with amazing new videos of food, adventure and Filipino culture!

[@francoreque]

Man, can't believe it's been almost 3hours! Definitely a good watch! Thank you Erwan and Featr!

[@marvinsalaga]

Wow, so informative. Very commendable on how the team did deep-dive study just to highlight and give robust narrative info to viewers like me. I hope and pray that Filipino authenticity will also take its peak in the global market. Proud to be Filipono. God bless to our local produce.

[@mariejeanmaulion5484]

Great presentation, showing most of the Philippines nature with people living the culture and doing daily happy simple province livings ❤

[@lesleyanneperez6617]

Beautiful compilation! Pls put subtitles when they speak in Tagalog so foreigners can appreciate this better. The stories are so compelling!

[@pmcallister]

Turn on closed captions, it’s in English

[@rjjueco5456]

THATS WHAT I LIKE THE KIND OF ENSAYMADA PANALO BALOYS BAKERY SAN ROQUE CAVITE ILL BE THERE FOR MY WAY BACK HOME VACATION I LEAVE IN PASAY PANALO...THANKS ERWAN HEUSAFF..FROM TORONTO FOLOOWER ..

[@janphilipcantuba1854]

somehow, some heartstrings are pulled by stories told and humbling as well seeing and hearing narratives of our brothers from afar

[@weaa2931]

Salamat po sa napakagaling na dokumentaryo na ito. Happy New Year FEATR team! More power!

[@RuleReign-wi5no]

amazing!!!!! great job erwan!!

[@RAdmJoe]

Thanks!

[@LApagayo]

I remember eating bugnay when I was a kid. I never knew that it was made into wine now. I need to try this own filipino wine. Thank you for sharing and letting us know that we have our own wine that we can be proud as Filipino.

[@alinapatricia8639]

wow - just wow!

[@deiconsult9499]

Great documentary ... I love this... Congratulations ❤❤❤

[@fayesang4035]

Thank you so much for sharing your Food Adventure in our Country The Philippines.. You appear to be enjoying the food.

[@SuperFauxhawk]

Great work Erwan! Hats off to you and your team! 🎉😊

[@aprilexsedlex416]

This is the one that should be on Netflix. TBH.

[@mysauco]

No words, just 👏👏👏

[@mariaamandagana2919]

Galing

[@dayeen8452]

Thanks Erwan and team for 2023 features. So educational and heartwarming.

[@mielflores4340]

Thanks

[@LApagayo]

Wow Philippines own rice wine and fruit wine. Amazing and awesome. Thank you very much for this video. Cheers!!!

[@user-vz2su3th9i]

Masarap ang gamet.... Soooo expensive yet very delicious one.....

[@tomasitoumali4634]

If rated 1-10 with 10 as highest, ur show gets a 9! Suggestion to slow down speed of subtitles in English as some words and letters are overlapped by background visuals. Also English translation required for important vernacular narration by locals. Perhaps local translation of English narration too for many non-English speakers.. All the BEST and Safest production!

[@regindumapit7526]

This is great content. It certainly deserves more recognition than it's currently receiving.

[@lzalab2286]

Never thought in my wildest dreams that this place that I grew up this eateries is our staples of our everyday lives in Iloilo will be seen and feature in a wider audience , thank you Featr .

[@irenefernandez4629]

Watching this is like attending history class, but more entertaining.😅❤ More power to the whole team!🥳

[@j-persantos7846]

the storytellinggggg!!! so good!!!

[@dette1009]

thank you❤️

[@jestoniasis3205]

Thank you Erwan for this kind of video content. Keep safe always. God bless!

[@rowenaborbe4131]

Impressive report. carry on and very educational.

[@warlitavillaber7640]

Thank you . ❤

[@wengpan3106]

Sarap ng chicken Calla. I really missed that. I wish it will be spread all throughout Philippines. It is better than curry if you ask me.

[@marshortsociety8552]

what beautiful stories , more power to such a amazing journey through cultures and hard work. let's continue the legacies of all the unsung heroes proud to be a Filipino all the best in 2024 to you Erwan and the staff of FEATR

[@ma.glamorfedumbrique7941]

Very creative... Well researched vlogs... Nice presentation.. Congratulations Erwan and FEATR

[@nhiahk]

So cinematic view. so beautiful presentation your team did a good job.

[@user-jz7ke4ol7k]

Awesome 👏 🎉

[@ogieocampo2243]

ERWAN … is so REAL !!! KUDOS for you !!! Keep it up ……. 👍👍👍

[@f-hizzle3883]

Well done brother and many thanks for the hard work and effort of yourself and your team, Yah bless all.

[@vonbautista2016]

from the people out there. may our lord God who created us 🙌 protect and guide us always ✌️

[@gloriaocfemia8152]

Superb influencer, reporter, vlogger, father and husband to Anne Curtis! I'm a fan...God bless you, your family and the whole team. Take care.

[@yaariimigz8130]

educational and entertaining. So awesome! I want to visit each of the aces featured 💜

[@vetlogmobaho703]

This is a must watch. Very informative as always. 👍🏾

[@frisSerenity]

1:28:15 she sound so sweet!! Why am I crying? This is so touching. 🫠😍

[@mamoojengvlog7009]

Proud Samal Bangingi here from Isabela Basilan🙋‍♀️watching🇸🇦

[@SistonaCeciliaPingal]

Yummy nice sharing

[@lillywasfound4660]

Long Live Mr . Erwan !!

[@mommyraylunasulitchannel8391]

I love your video and activities lodi. I never thought that Basilan have a delicious native delicacies. It's very interesting. keepsafe!

[@KCA17]

Love these videos! Reminds me of Anthony Boudain's No Reservations ❤

[@janecarolbaldivia1430]

I wish to eat-drink, try everything I have seen from here! Many thanks!

[@renpinero3171]

Great job Erwan!! So far the best video documentary about food in the Philippines!! Kudos to your team! I haven't tried tapuey. I have 1 more bottle of bugnay wine which I bought in Sagada 2019. Again..good job!