Filipinos love to eat. Proof are the numerous restaurants available on every block plus boundless street stalls around the corner which are very affordable to fill up an empty stomach. Street foods are commonly sold at streets or public market.
The globally changing of environment and lifestyles are creating people to create inexpensive meals to eat. This chow cater to the growing need in the fast pace world. Some say that "street food " often been seen on third world countries such as the Philippines and it is the counterpart of fast food.
Street food maybe appetizing and appealing. But studies revealed that it is risky on our health due to unhygienic preparation and cooking and prepared below food standards.
But because of the success of street foods in the market, food cart business take the street food a closer reach to the masses. Even restaurant serve these food with a twist.
Below are some famous street foods in the Philippines:
"ISAW" or "IUD"
- it is made on barbecued pig or chicken intestine.
"BETAMAX"
-grilled pork or chicken intestine
"ADIDAS"
- marinated grill chicken feet
"BANANA CUE"
- deep fried banana coated in caramelized brown sugar
"TAHO"
- a soft gelatin-like snack made on processed soy beans
with caramel and tapioca pearls
"FISH BALLS
- deep fried balls made from fish meat served in skewers with
sweet, sour, and spicy sauce.
Filipinos never stop concocting delectable recipes to sell in the streets. But food safety must be on top priority by the food handlers. Regulations can make street foods safer to eat. Thus, ensuring public health from any food contamination and diseases. Vendors/Servers should be educated and knowledgeable on handling food. And government plays a vital role on law enforcement and regulations on food safety.
