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There’s something about the richness and variety of Filipino cuisine. From the classic Adobo, the creamy goodness of halo-halo, and the sizzle of a plateful of Sisig, it’s clear that food is good when made in the Philippines. In the hopes of elevating the reputation of Filipino cuisine, a number of food companies are taking steps in producing food that benefits more than just the customer.
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Give their award-winning pure unsweetened chocolate a try! It’s worth every penny because a purchase means supporting over 100 in-house farmers who make this sweet delight possible. Malagos Chocolate is a globally recognized brand, and have won numerous awards in the local and international stage—even achieving heirloom cacao status.
- +6329299310
Cedar Hills Garden Ctr #57 Mother Ignacia St. Bgry Paligsahan, Quezon City
Cedar Hills Garden Ctr #57 Mother Ignacia St. Bgry Paligsahan, Quezon City- https://malagoschocolate.com/
Earth Kitchen’s mission is to serve clean and healthy food. Their ingredients are sourced from indigenous communities, small farmers, and fishermen around the Philippines. When you dine here, you taste their delicious meals, while giving a helping hand to the communities. For something savory, try their Mushroom soup and Milanese with Ifugao rice. For something sweet, their Goat Cheese and Pastilles ice cream is our pick!
- +63 917 584 3278
Lot 10 B-10 Katipunan Avenue, White Plains, Quezon City, Philippines
- http://earthkitchen.ph
Cafe by the Ruins is an advocate of locally sourced ingredients that caters to both vegans and non-vegans. Their food is freshly made in-house, making your trip to the north of Luzon worthwhile. This cafe is owned by 12 artists from Baguio, that’s why it also became a hotspot for creatives.
- +63 74 442 4010
25 Shuntug Rd, Baguio, Benguet
25 Shuntug Rd, Baguio, Benguet
Auro Chocolate is an award-winning bean-to-bar company that sources their cocoa beans directly from farming communities in Davao. This is where they purchase their beans at a higher price to incentivize the farmers. Get their chocolate infused with savory flavors and alcoholic blends through their partner establishments in local nightlife destination Poblacion, Makati City!
Fabtech Bldg., Santiago St., Magallanes Village, Makati City
Fabtech Bldg., Santiago St., Magallanes Village, Makati City- https://aurochocolate.com/
Packs of banana chips are available almost everywhere in the Philippines. What separates Banana Chief's Giant Banana Chips from other commercial brands is the banana that they use—their chips are made from the saba (giant bananas) variety, taken care of by partner farmers from the rich lands of Dipolog City. It’s a healthier alternative to other brands because it’s cooked in coconut oil and has less sugar while maintaining its crisp and classic taste.
- +6329181576
Metro Manila
- https://bananachiefs.com
Every coffee you buy at Hineleban Cafe means a tree is planted by the Hineleban Foundation! Serving third-wave coffee with a cause, they are the only farm-to-cup third wave cafe in Metro Manila that showcases coffee and other products from tribes supported by the Hineleban Foundation.
Kalaayan Avenue, corner Rokwell Drive, 1223 Makati
Kalaayan Avenue, corner Rokwell Drive, 1223 Makati- https://hinelebanstore.com/
Help local bean farmers by drinking a delicious cup of coffee at the Giving Cafe. They sell special coffee blends that raise funds for different causes including equipment, potable water, and healthcare for farmers. As a proud supporter of the Foundation of Sustainable Coffee Excellence, they source beans directly from farming communities making every cup of coffee a helping hand.
- +63 967 221 0681
1550 Sheridan, Mandaluyong, 1554 Metro Manila
1550 Sheridan, Mandaluyong, 1554 Metro Manila
Farm to Folk showcases homegrown, organic products by local farmers. They source their products directly from farmers to ensure they are fairly treated. They offer the best of local organic produce such as grains, cocoa, spices, coconut products, and more! For a healthy alternative to rice, buy their Adlai—a gluten-free grain that’s good for the heart!
Metro Manila
- https://farmtofolk.ph/
Buy from The Dream Coffee to support the T’Boli tribe. They produce 100% single estate coffee harvested from the T'Boli farmers in South Cotabato. Currently, they are partnered with 75 farmer-families, and offer support through fair trade and training for agriculture and finance. No pun intended, their coffee tastes like a dream!
Metro Manila
- https://thedreamcoffee.ph/
Experience traditional Filipino tea with Tsaa Laya. A brand of organically farmed premium teas, they aim to offer unique herbal blends featuring local ingredients. Tsaa Laya is truly proud to be Filipino—they partner with rural communities as the source of their main ingredients, which is reflected in all of their tea flavors.
- +6323554370
Metro Manila
- https://tsaalaya.com/
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