While on our quest for authentic food in Southeast Asia, we could not miss the infamous Durian. There is no other fruit that inspires much debate amongst visitors to... read more →
Ilocos sits in the northwestern part of the Philippines and is said to have one of the country’s strong culinary traditions. While in the Philippines attending the TBEX... read more →
Discovering the local foods of a region or country is a multi-layered effort. At Authentic Food Quest, we follow a process called, “Savor Local”, which goes beyond simply eating the... read more →
Manila was our first city on our quest to authentic food in Southeast Asia. As soon as we landed we were struck by its contrasts. You will find luxurious... read more →
In Southeast Asia, it is surprisingly easy to get internet access. The main challenge though is finding reliable internet access. On our quest in Southeast Asia staying connected was... read more →
Southeast Asia is known for its hot and humid climate. And, as you enjoy spicy food and local dishes at open air restaurants, you will want to quench your... read more →
Our quest to discover the authentic dishes in Southeast Asia, took us to Pampanga, the Culinary Capital of the Philippines. One of the things we were really looking forward... read more →
We were blown away as soon as we walked into Kerry Sports, at the Shangri-La at the Fort in Manila. We knew at that point that all kilos we... read more →
To stay fit on your travels to the Philippines can be more challenging than you think. Especially if underwater diving is not an activity that you enjoy. Why do... read more →
At Rico’s lechon, the ingredients are simple. The most important one is the PIG, otherwise known as Filipino lechon. Cebu City, the “second city” of the Philippines, is home... read more →
Hi! Welcome to Authentic Food Quest. We are Claire and Rosemary. Our goal is to invite you to explore the local flavors on your travels. Follow our quest for authentic foods from around the world. 
