Culture & Heritage
Metro Manila's culture is a layered tapestry woven from centuries of history. Spanish colonization, Chinese migration, American occupation, and Japanese influence all left their mark on the city's architecture, cuisine, and identity. Explore the cultural stories that transformed Manila into the dynamic, multicultural city it is today.
Manila Galleon Trade: How Two Continents Met on a Plate (1565-1815)
Explore the 250-year Manila-Acapulco galleon trade that connected Asia, Europe, and the Americas, permanently transforming Manila's cuisine with New World ingredients and global flavors.
A History of Manila in 9 Dishes: How Trade, Migration, and Colonization Shaped the Capital's Cuisine
The Chinese-Filipino Kitchen: How Migration and Trade Created a Culinary Identity
Halo-Halo: The Colorful History of the Philippines' Most Iconic Dessert
Sisig: From Clark Air Base to National Treasure -- How a Pampanga Dish Became Filipino Icon
Binondo's Food: How Trade and Migration Created Manila's Culinary Identity
The History of the PBA: How Basketball Became Central to Philippine Culture
Ati-Atihan Festival 2026: The Mother of All Philippine Festivals
