Eating Filipino food for the FIRST TIME!

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[@BlondieinChina]

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[@Baby.Boss.]

Where is Patrick?

[@paulvicentevcurimao5596]

They were not helping you properly when they suggested to you those meals. Those are not typical morning meals.

[@edilloasis9513]

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[@peepow2]

Seeing Jolan’s genuine expression saying “Nooooooo, Veeerrry Spicy” in a squeaky tone is priceless and adorable. 😅

[@angel-my7rw]

this is THE most authentic philippines vlog i've ever seen from a foreigner. thank you for being brave and taking the time to really get to know our authentic local culture and not just the fancy shiny places. the guides brought you to places locals really will go to. you even ate with your hands. you are amazing amy!

[@ignightroad]

I LOVE how happy locals are to share their favorite foods and eating customs (like wrapping the hand). Never any shame, just happy to share their culture and love.

[@jamjam89326]

Thank you🤭Its me☺️

[@iamneoniceowls]

I'm always so impressed by your ability to make local friends to show you around. How do you stay safe when you're on your own and have a local show you around?

[@zombpires]

Honestly just be nice and inviting and open to new experiences, I've found tons of local friends in different countries just by being respectful and intrigued by their customs

[@alexismarieKEEF]

Welcome to the Philippines! It is so cute to see you as a foreigner out of your comfort zone. We Filipinos are so nice and welcoming! Maybe a little too nice in this case because we don’t really eat pancit with our hands 😂 I think they were just being nice and agreeing to whatever you suggested Kamayan (eating with hands) is usually reserved for rice + protein dishes, like fish, shrimp or crispy pork

[@romeong5218]

You mentioned that in China they have an almost similar Halo halo, that is because our foods are basically influenced by the Chinese, Spanish and American. Go for Filipino originals like Sisig, dinuguan etc., ask the locals. Nice to see you in our country, ENJOY !

[@zhexu1727]

Filipino food are so good… need good sisig in nyc lol 😊

[@Ealsante]

A lot of Filipino food is like 'what if we took some foreign dish, and give it a couple little twists?' And usually the twists are quite amazing

[@sususegar]

I've been to Manila once and the food that were Western or Chinese influenced like the shaomai and Jollibee weren't really memorable to me as I was already very familiar with them. What I really, really loved was sisig, bicol, lechon, tapa - those felt very authentically Filipino. Trying balut was also a new experience.

[@ofeliaaquino5093]

Ahhh Filipino food really AWSOME!! THE BEST IN THE WEST!!

[@icerag]

Halo halo was inspired from kakigori which is of Japanese origin. Having said that, you can now find Halo-halo in some Japanese convenience stores.

[@JaniceWithTheTarlovCyst]

Filipino food is so delicious! I miss my favourite restaurant in Toronto so much! Pork Sisig with rice and a fried egg was my go-to meal and I loved pandan sweets. Halo Halo is something I've only tried a few times when I was pregnant; now I really want some! Congratulations to you both on your engagement! Amy, you and Derk make a lovely couple and I'm so happy for you both. 🥰

[@spehropefhany]

Care to share it? For when I get back home.. 😊

[@lilswtangel]

What an epic holiday to the Philippines. Congratulations on your engagement Amy and Derk!!!!! So happy for you two and looking forward to your future endeavours together. :)

[@markshen3280]

Jolly Bee is very popular among the Filipinos in Hong Kong 🇭🇰 fast food outlets!

[@eternallyvicky]

Don't miss out spaghetti in Jollibee. It comes with the unique banana ketchup.

[@spehropefhany]

I like it. Sweet sauce with slices of hot dog. Reminds me of food made for us children (mumble) decades ago.

[@josechong8207]

Seeing a Peter cameo on this video made me miss seeing him in one of your videos... truly loved it... and Starbucks :)

[@icanswearinfrench]

How exciting of a switch up! Always love your videos and look forward to them.

[@khokl9288]

The fish is a Milk Fish, very popular in Philippines and SEA region because of its usually fully de-boned

[@JHT99]

Congratulations on getting engaged! Neat seeing the halo halo and learning more about Filipino food. Looking forward to your next video.

[@moonnabi1990]

Welcome to the Philippines! 🙂

[@bamboohistorypodcast5250]

The Philippines looks like an amazing country! I wish I could...tagalog with you for the trip 😄

[@stevencardenas6094]

I see what you did there. Very good.

[@RP-mm9ie]

thanks

[@samlan2193]

Ok, ok, I just pressed the 5000th like button. Like the way you introduced this beautiful country.

[@BlondieinChina]

Thank you so much!!!

[@penguinoffunk]

Oooh Try the Pan De Coco in the local bakeries too. Especially when it's freshly baked in the morning. It's my fave. 😊

[@Noirlax]

Filipinos do comfort food really well and Halo halo in the Philippines is a joy. Cheap, delicious and guaranteed Ube ice cream. In Australia, you can pay 5-10x as much and not get Ube.

[@shanedich3660]

I can agree, Filipino people are among the friendliest and nicest people.

[@jjbi70]

This line is true really 'just another excuse to eat eat eat!'. Hahaha. It is good you enjoyed our food.

[@joshuacatadman9748]

Ube is Purple Yam.

[@johnrogermaghuyop6106]

So happy! Welcome to the Philippines!❤

[@vincenteng7473]

Congratulations both of you make a great couple. Looking forward to seeing your next video.

[@yuxiaohou2520]

Looking forward to go to Philippine for my winter vacation

[@joeyrocamora9346]

Philippines 🇵🇭 it's the Most Happiest and Longest Christmas 🎄 in the World 🌎 Started SeptemBER, OctoBER, NovemBER to DecemBER 🎄🌎👍😎🇵🇭

[@richmondho]

Welcome to the Philippines

[@funnyjuan5687]

Welcome to the Philippines!

[@gregseneres6512]

Just a reminder. In riding a bike, it is a must that you and your driver wear helmets. At times it takes away much from enjoying the view but you will really need it if and when you get into an accident.

[@concerncitizen8988]

You are really adventurous, doesn't hesitate to try local stuff which are new and different for a foreigner's experience. Awesome. 👍

[@johannty7260]

Welcome to the Philippines! Enjoy every bite.

[@sixtogonzaga655]

Wooowe ur here in the philippines!!! Filipino fan here amy! Been watching ur videos ever since yuo started 😊

[@lemnikim7388]

Hello! New subscriber here in Southern California. Enjoy your adventures in Philippines.👍🏼❤️

[@crestianne_]

AHHH MY MOST AWAITED VIDEO! I'm so glad that you went to a very local place instead of going to more fancy and touristy cities for your first time in the country. You actually had a full Filipino experience with the mini eatery/diners (we call them carenderia), the small bakeries, tricycles, and calamansi in almost everything that we eat. Looking forward for more in the next videos!

[@cocomine8897]

Thank you for mentioning and explain the 360 camera, now I know my curiosity and wondering about video of others 😊

[@JoeTheGetItGuy]

nice to see Derk on camera again😊

[@justthen]

Wow congrats Amy!!!🥳

[@Azheng118]

Congrats on the engagement 🎉🎉🎉

[@barrynott]

Big congratulations, Amy! So pleased for you.

[@mejaskoh3825]

welcome to my country! and cogratulations on your engagement! 🙂

[@vsag3878]

you're the best food reviewer. Keep including food in your vlog. You sound like a chef.

[@Phoca_Vitulina]

Ah that looks so good! Also congrats!!

[@richardcooper]

Congratulations! Sooooo happy for your too, Wackbang, about time ;)

[@DanielPak831]

grats!!! i wish Filipino food in the states had more of the zappy zest.

[@ryangavilan7638]

Go mountaineering! It’s a must do while your there.

[@tobitobihk]

You should try the jolibee palabok

[@arielramirez3737]

Disclaimer: Though Filipino locals recommends eating with your hands, this is just an alternative way of eating but of course most of the Filipinos are using fork and spoon when eating. Which is most proper way of eating.

[@mikebade5428]

I'm so glad that you two made it to the Philippines. I just returned home from my second 1 month visit there this year. You've already discovered the most striking feature of all-Filipinos are the kindest most welcoming people that I have ever met. In the big cities or out in the province, I have always felt completely at ease walking in and out of places totally new to me. Looking forward to much more from my "home away from home" from you and Derk.

[@f.j.tuazon2122]

Congratulations to you both on your engagement.

[@rhophi4157]

As a Filipino, I felt every time they made you eat with your hands makes you more foreign 😅 We barely eat with our hands. Most of the time, we use spoons and forks. Eating with our hands is like a dramatic way to do it, if not, more of like a traditional thing that majority of the population ain't doing anymore. But glad you tried it! Some foods are best eaten that way 👌 That tiny Lemon is called Kalamansi by the way 😁

[@TH-rn8hf]

I don't know why Filipinos always have to show them that they eat using hands. Not true at all. I think less than 50% use hands when eating. Nobody uses hands for noodles. Maybe a few do it, those who would rather buy food than buy spoons. You know what I mean.

[@rhophi4157]

@@TH-rn8hf yeah. This is why I commented, coz in reality Filos really use utensils most of the time. If there be weird or unique to Filos, it is using spoon in replacement of a steak knife, and using fork to push foods towards the spoon. Which Westerners always find unusual 😆😅

[@nicoj3660]

About time.

[@nicetubo4598]

Omg you are now in my country 😭!!! Welcome to the Philippines Amyyy! 🇵🇭❤️❤️❤️

[@ginostrings]

That guy was so nice!

[@sjv9147s]

Looks like a place of fun and adventure. Rustic and alluring. Roughing it out a bit but the place looks clean. Definitely interesting for a S$35/night hostel-style accommodation.

[@lennykung6784]

Gratulations !

[@pusakuching]

Tell him to save up for TAO Expeditions in Palawan! Live on board, and truly beautiful dive spots!

[@RespectOthers1]

What a refreshing and fun digression from the usual China videos! :D

[@cmphonew8396]

Lantaw float restaurant in Cebu seems good. I had been there two times .

[@souriphonebilavanh1306]

AMY & DERK, CONGRATULATIONS

[@maggieyao269]

Congratulations on your engagement.

[@jeanne-cliu4696]

Can't wait for the next video !!!

[@darkhalo153]

YOOOOO Blondie in the Philippines?! Definitely the first thing I'm watching today

[@lindyralph8792]

OMG, just before the end of the video, I was thinking 'man, these two have been through so much (with being seperated for so long etc) and they seem so happy, I bet they get engaged soon'. And seconds later.... Congratulations, I'm really happy for you! xxx

[@jobertpalo5917]

Do more vlogs in the Philippines. You will surely increase your subscribers. We are a country with the friendliest people, amazing sights, good food and exciting activities. Congrats on your Engagement. Hope to hear and see more of you. Mabuhay!!!

[@jaytso1883]

The "little lemon" is called calamansi

[@debbiegreen6706]

Congratulations on your engagement ❤

[@sillybillyno1]

Awesome vid. filipinos are the friendliest people ever. cant wait to go to the philippines one day!

[@Jojo-nz1uw]

THE SMALL LEMON CALAMSI YOUR FOOD REVIEW IS TRUE

[@neilsison7109]

While in Cebu, try the local cebu lechon. It is very different from the regular lechon found everywhere else in the Philippines. Ask the locals for recommendations for Cebu lechon, or go for CnT lechon. Will you be going to Manila..?

[@JEPOYHEROBLOGG]

YOU CAN ACCTUALLY USE YOUR PORK OR SPOOON WE ONLY USE OUR HAND WHEN WE WASH OUR HAND AND SANITIZER WHEN THEIRS NO AVAIBLABLE SPOON OR PORK OR YOU ARE ON BOODLE FIGHT WHEN MEANS YOU EATING TOGETHER WITH YOUR OWN BEAR HANDS

[@edmund2j]

For the noodles, pancit - we don't use hands to eat them. Just do the usual way - fork.

[@josephlownang6992]

Good video mate

[@eat_pray_porg8450]

Amy! I can't wait to see the next video! It was so cool of you to go to P.I. (shorthand for Philippine Islands)! And you got to eat kamayan style (i.e. with your hands)! That would be awesome if you started learning Tagalog, but obviously that's up to you! Great video as always! Take care! 👋🏼😊

[@manongbong1533]

Filipino here in NY watching.

[@Krenisphia]

Filipinos don't use chopsticks. In fact, it is the most westernised Asian country that exists.

[@spehropefhany]

Hope you get a chance to try the pork adobo, my favorite Philippines 🇵🇭 food, or one the favorites anyway. And best wishes for you two.

[@Heartadia]

Modern Filipino cuisine is a mishmash of Chinese, American and Spanish cuisine with a hint of Japanese cuisine thrown in.

[@rickmarr8784]

I've tried Jollibee for the first time last year and I like it mostly just didn't like their mash potato. It was more of a potato jello then mash potato but overall I would rank it over KFC but under Popeye's. Kyochon 1991 is on the top of my list for fried chicken right now. It's interesting how the selfie stick disappear in the video but not it's shadow. 3:29 Hilarious LoL!!! The shio mai, yup the Chinese immigrated to the Philippines also.

[@Alex_k_Q]

We planned our honeymoon to Philippine, but we found that we need a visa and we had only 10 days lol. So eventually we had to go to Maldives which is visa-free for Chinese, but a lot more expensive 😂😂

[@i-am-your-conscience]

It is something a bit difficult to ask what to take there, becaus they more think about "What would a westerner want to eat" or they want to play it safe, and with a simple bun you cant make anything wrong. What do you eat and asking for the bestseller is also difficult depending on the region, because a lot of people are very frugal, so it will most likely the cheapest, and not the most interesting options. This is of course only true for some, others have realized that westerners are keen about the cuisine and specialities. But it this case it was really sad at the first one because they had a lot of great choices, including a Tortang Talong - an eggplant omelette - but she chose to give you a bun a sausage and an egg, because you are a westerner.. And later, it was a ...silog meal again (silog in the end of the word means with egg and rice). Philippines has really a lot more to offer. But I am happy if you were happy with your choices. Sisig is one of my favorite, it is especially good if you have it in the evening with a beer :)

[@abepagtama3803]

Welcome to the Philippines, Watching from Beaumont CA #AbePagtamaActor

[@MaggieTiongson]

Welcome to Philippines!!! Not sure if its your first time but you should visit Siquijor

[@vieworama8188]

I literally eating fried popeyes and rice while watching this video

[@i-am-your-conscience]

Oh I hoped when you are in the Philippines, you might go to the worlds oldest Chinatown, Binondo. Maybe next time when you are there. It is in Manila, and surely super interesting for you.

[@joeyrocamora9346]

Philippines 🇵🇭 it's the Mostany Islands in the World 🌎 7,641 Islands 👍😎🇵🇭

[@kungfudunk94]

i like how Peter still being featured bcs of coffee haha

[@joeyrocamora9346]

Philippines 🇵🇭 it's the Most Beautiful Country in the World 🌎👍😎🇵🇭

[@flornervida7066]

Im impress the way you try filipino foods and using your hands while eating

[@taotao98103]

They have Siaomai they have steam buns in the Philipines. Steam buns, they also call it Siopao, or pork asado.

[@joeyrocamora9346]

Philippines 🇵🇭 it's the Most Many Delicious Food in the World 🌎👍😎🇵🇭

[@xunzhang6181]

Engagement!! 🎉

[@defeatSpace]

The panic at 8:27 😭 That's gotta be one hot pepper

[@garybcrn2774]

you are so gorgeous!🇵🇭

[@AELSTHEONE]

Learn more just go to BINONDO MANILA, the oldest china town in the world

[@giann989]

If you ever go Manila, you should stop by Binondo in Chinatown, the Chinese food is amazing there no doubt!

[@mimihappier1095]

More food adventures, please!

[@hunt3r868]

Congrats!!!

[@prissyarah]

glad you enjoyed the Philippines!