Bibingka is one of the customary
kinds of rice cake that the Philippines offer. It’s like rice pudding, but it's
sweeter.
In Dalaguete, the bibingka is different from other bibingkas in the Philippines. It is
made even more juicer with the right amount of sweetness and is baked to
perfection. Let’s find out how Bibingka in Dalaguete standout!
Why Bibingka in Dalaguete
One of the go-to staple
snacks of Dalaguetenon is bibingka. It’s a dessert that always appears on Dalaguetenon’s
table at home. One of the famous bibingka bakers in Dalaguete are found in Barangay
Balud, Dalaguete, Cebu. They used refined and fresh ingredients that made the
delicacy a well-known traditional dessert not just in Dalaguete but also in the
entire Cebu Island.
What are the Ingredients of
Bibingka in Dalaguete?
Bibingka in Dalaguete is traditionally
made with milled glutinous rice mixed with coconut milk and sugar. It is baked in a unique oven known as "hudnohan" which is
heated by burning red charcoal and glowing embers. The leaves of a green banana
serve as drapes that prevent it from sticking to the pans, which also gives flavor
and texture. Bibingka in Dalaguete is served with latik – a caramelized syrup
from coconut extract or juice. The latik is the important ingredient that made
it stand out from other bibingkas.
Bibingka in Dalaguete will be one of the good reasons why you should visit Cebu South! Whatever season, bibingka vendors in Dalaguete aren’t hard to find. They are usually located at the bus stop, food courts/parks, and public markets. Ready your itinerary and taste the worth-trying local delicacies of Dalaguete!
