Cebu is known for its rich culture and history, and one of the best
ways to experience this is through its local delicacies and souvenirs.
Known as “pasalubong” in the Philippines, these items are a must-have
for anyone visiting the island.
Here’s a list of the top pasalubong from along with a brief description of each item.
Cebu Dried Fish (Danggit) – Danggit is type of dried fish that is native to Cebu.
It is made by cleaning, salting, and drying fish, giving it a unique taste and texture.
It’s a popular breakfast dish can be eaten as is or with rice.
Cebu Special Dried Pusit – Pusit, or squid, another popular dried delicacy from Cebu.
The Cebu Special Dried Pusit is made by cleaning, salting, and drying the squid,
giving it a unique taste and texture.
It’s a popular snack and can eaten as is or with rice.
Cebu Dried Squid (Tarorot) – Tarorot is type of dried squid that is native to Cebu.
It is made by cleaning, salting, and drying squid, giving it a unique taste and texture.
It’s a popular snack and can eaten as is or with rice.
Otap – Otap is a type of pastry that is native to Cebu.
It is made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, giving it a sweet, flaky texture.
It’s a popular snack and can eaten as is or with coffee.
Carcar Chicharon – Carcar Chicharon is a type of pork crackling that is
native to the town of Carcar in Cebu.
It is made by deep-frying pork skin, it a crispy texture and a unique taste.
It’s a popular snack and can eaten as is or with rice.
Dried Mango – Cebu is known for its sweet and juicy mangoes, and dried
mango is a popular pasalubong.
It is made by drying the mangoes, giving a chewy texture and a sweet, tangy taste.
Masareal – Masareal is a type of butter that is native to Cebu.
It is made by grinding roasted peanuts, it a creamy texture and a unique taste.
It’s a popular spread and can eaten with bread or crackers.
Caycay – Caycay is a type of banana that is native to Cebu.
It is made by deep-frying banana slices, it a crispy texture and a sweet taste.
It’s a popular snack and can eaten as is or with ice cream.
Ampaw – Ampaw is a type of cake that is native to Cebu.
It is made by mixing glutinous rice flour, sugar, and coconut milk,
giving it a soft and chewy texture.
It’s a popular snack and can be eaten is or with latik (coconut caramel).
Rosquillos – Rosquillos is a type cookie that is native to Cebu.
It is made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, giving it a sweet, flaky texture.
It’s a popular snack and can eaten as is or with coffee.
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