One of the most common street snacks in the Philippines is taho, though it probably came to us through China. It only has three ingredients: fresh soft tofu, arnibal (a syrup made from caramelized brown sugar), and tiny sago pearls. It’s filling, high in protein, provides a quick dose of energy because of the sugar, and, most importantly for many Filipinos, it’s cheap. This serving in a regular-sized plastic cup costs only 10 pesos (US¢20) and they’re available in the smaller, water cooler-sized cup for half the price. Don’t let its looks deceive you—taho is delicious! You can see a taho vendor in one of my Baguio City Series posts from last year.
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