Bohol Native Delicacies

Aside from our world-renowned scenic spots, rich heritage, warm hospitality, and festive fiestas; we, Boholanos, take pride in our delicious delicacies as well.

Come take a bite...

Torta - a sweet cake made of flour, lard and eggyolks. Boholanos love to serve tortas to visitors during fiesta celebrations.

Peanut Kisses - unique delicacy that looks like a miniature of the Chocolate Hills. It is made from selected high grade peanuts, roasted and processed, with all natural ingredients, that comes out crunchy in every bite.

Calamay - a sweet concoction of ground sticky rice, sugar, coconut milk, vanilla and some peanuts. It is sold in smooth coconut shells that are sealed shut by a characteristic band of red tape. Great to eat in its own, and also with rice or bread.

Suman - made from glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk, and steamed in banana leaves. It is served wrapped in banana, buli or buri palm leaves and usually eaten sprinkled with sugar.

Maruya (banana fritters) - traditionally made of saba bananas dipped in butter, fried and rolled in granulated sugar. (I basically grew up eating maruya during break time in grade and high school days.)

Broas (ladyfingers) - sweet crunchy snack made of egg yolks, confectioner's sugar, flour and vanilla. It's a must-have when you visit Bohol. Yummy!