5 Tacloban City Native Delicacies Every Tourists Should Try
Tacloban City may be the ideal spot for any tourist to explore and, of course, buy pasalubongs when it comes to local delicacies. This city features a plethora of regional delicacies.
Traveling to Tacloban City for the first time? This detailed and curated travel guide will make it easy for you to navigate your way inside, save money, and maximize your time.
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How to Get to Tacloban Pasalubong Center
✓ OPTION 1 (BY JEEPNEY)
Entry Point is at TACLOBAN AIRPORT.
- From the airport, take a motorcycle cab to Tacloban City New Bus Terminal. Fare is about PHP 8 ( SGD 0.2 ,$0.15, € 0.12) .
- From the Tacloban New Bus Terminal, you may ride a jeepney or bus going to your destination. Be sure to ask the driver if they are going to Tacloban Proper. Fare for Jeepney is PHP 20 ( SGD$ 0.5 ,US$ 0.4, € 0.33) .
✓ OPTION 2 (BY MOTORCYCLE CAB)
- Hire a tricycle so you can experience all the sights and sounds.Fare is about PHP 100 ( SGD$ 2.5 ,US$ 2, € 1.7) – PHP 150 ( SGD$ 3.75 ,US$ 3, € 2.5) .
✓ OPTION 3 (BY PRIVATE VEHICLES)
Exact Location: Located along the Tacloban Proper
Search for ‘ Leyte Provincial Capitol’ via Waze or Google Maps. (It is a wee-bit expensive).
Note: You may also try to book a GRABTAXI which is now on Beta Mode in Tacloban, to get there faster and conveniently.
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5 Tacloban City Native Delicacies Every Tourist Should Try
1. Suman-latik
- Shop: Joedy’s Pasalubong
- Address: Tacloban Shopping Center, Zamora St, Downtown, Tacloban City, 6500 Leyte
- Contact: 0907 397 0331
- Opening Hours: 6 AM – 7 PM
Suman is a well-known Filipino delicacy, and suman-latik is a Tacloban City-specific variation. The addition of “latik” (syrupy caramelized coconut cream) as a sauce distinguishes this rendition.
It definitely isn’t a tourist-friendly attraction, but the view is worth it!!
2. Moron
- Shop: Pasalubong Center
- Address: Tabuan National Hwy, Marasbaras, Tacloban City, Leyte
- Opening Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM
Moron is a favorite in every Tacloban family. This decadent chocolate treat is famous for its soft and sticky feel.
3. Roscas
- Shop: Aida’s Delicacies
- Address: Tacloban Shopping Center, Zamora St, Downtown, Tacloban City, 6500 Leyte
- Contact: 0927 228 9881
- Opening Hours: 6 AM – 8 PM
Roscas are a delicacy from Barugo, Leyte. Flour, sugar, eggs, anise, and shortening are used to make it. Because of the spiciness, these cookies have a distinct flavor. It’s similar to a fortune cookie.
4. Bukayo
- Shop: Joedy’s Pasalubong
- Address: Tacloban Shopping Center, Zamora St, Downtown, Tacloban City, 6500 Leyte
- Contact: 0907 397 0331
- Opening Hours: 6 AM – 7 PM
Bukayo may be found all around the nation. However, this delicious dessert comprised of coconut strips and brown sugar is a Tacloban City native specialty.
5. Binagol
- Shop: Joedy’s Pasalubong
- Address: Tacloban Shopping Center, Zamora St, Downtown, Tacloban City, 6500 Leyte
- Contact: 0907 397 0331
- Opening Hours: 6 AM – 7 PM
Tacloban’s most renowned local delicacy is Bingaol, which is made of sticky rice combined with taro pudding and almonds. The surprise core, which is formed of a sweet blend of coconut and “Kalamay,” a brown sugar substitute, is what makes it particularly unforgettable to the taste. It’s also packed in a half coconut shell and wrapped in banana leaves, which adds to its uniqueness.
When is the best time to visit the place?
Any time of the day!
Tips for Public Transports
Public transport consists of local buses, jeepneys, and tricycle motorcycles.
a). The local bus (Minibus) services are not a reliable transport service as they run from the city to their destination when they have a full or very near full bus load and return to the city under the same condition.
b). Jeepneys are reliable as they keep running their routes allowing you to hop on or off as required for a very economical cost. Jeepneys allow for a good view and conversations with locals to further your local experiences.
c). Tricycle motorcycles are the most reliable as you hire them for the journey. Most tricycle motorcycle drivers are very knowledgeable and willing to share local knowledge and advice and are also very eager to answer your questions and personally ensure you are well looked after.
Finally, most hotels have arrangements with local tour providers and can arrange multi-destination local tours at a moderate cost.
You may also want to see 13 Best Things to Do in Ormoc, Leyte.
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TIPS, NOTES, AND REMINDERS
- Bring extra clothes so that in every corner, the outfit is different.
- Visit on weekdays to avoid the crowd.
- Bring water so that you can’t be dehydrated.
- Outside foods and drinks are prohibited
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