Food
Translating to "bread of salt" in Spanish, this is one of the most known Filipino bread of all time
Pandesal
National Hero of the Philippines
Who is Jose Rizal?
This actress and singer, known for her breakout role as Gabriella Montez in the "High School Musical" series, has also starred in films like "Spring Breakers" and "The Princess Switch."
Who is Vanessa Hudgens?
Filipino singer and actor who sang songs for Disney movies
Who is Lea Salonga?
National holiday in the Philippines, commemorating Andrés Bonifacio, one of the country's national heroes.
What is Bonifacio Day?
This popular Filipino dish consists of soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, garlic, and usually chicken or pork.
Adobo
National Anthem of the Philippines
What is Lupang Hinirang?
This male singer, made famous in American Hispanic market, has received numerous awards including 16 Billboard Music Awards, 5 American Music Awards and a Grammy.
Who is Enrique Iglesias?
One of the greatest professional boxers of all time
Who is Manny Pacquiao?
Annual national holiday commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898.
This dish has several variations including canton, palabok, bihon, and sotanghon.
Pancit
National Animal of the Philippines
What is Carabao?
This female actor starred in "High School Musical" and dated co-star Zack Efron.
Who is Vanessa Hudgens?
This Filipino-American social media star and beauty influencer, known for his humorous and vibrant personality, gained fame through his makeup tutorials on YouTube and Vine. He became the first openly gay man to appear on the cover of Playboy magazine in October 2021.
Who is Bretman Rock?
The day on which Christians annually observe the commemoration of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
What is Good Friday?
This is a popular Filipino dessert that consists of shaved ice, beans, sugar palm fruit, saging, and ube ice cream.
halo-halo
National Flower of the Philippines
What is Sampaguita?
This male singer is featured in hit songs such as "Nothin on You" and "The Lazy Song"
Who is Bruno Mars?
This Filipino-Canadian actor is best known for his role as Jason Mendoza on the hit TV series "The Good Place." He has also appeared in the film "Nine Perfect Strangers" and is recognized for his charismatic performances in both television and film.
Who is Manny Jacinto?
This holiday known as the "Day of the Dead" is also known for this alternative name
What is Araw ng Kamatayan/All Souls Day?
A popular street food that was featured on the hit TV show "Bizarre Foods"
balut
National Bird of the Philippines
What is Philippine Eagle/Monkey Eating Eagle?
Filipino World and Olympic champion weightlifter and airwoman, the first Filipino to ever win an Olympic gold medal for the Philippines
Hidilyn Diaz
This Filipino comedian, television presenter, and actor is a mainstay on the variety show "It's Showtime" and has starred in numerous box-office hit films like "Praybeyt Benjamin" and "Fantastica." Known for his witty humor and flamboyant style, he is a prominent LGBTQ+ advocate.
Vice Ganda
National observance in the Philippines which commemorates the fall of Bataan to Japanese troops during World War II.
What is Araw ng Kagitingan/Day of Valor?