Food
The national dish of the Philippines, any protein cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, and onions.
Adobo
She was discovered by Ellen Degeneres and has guest starred in Glee as the character "Sunshine Corazon"
Charice Pempengco
One of the first and more notable of the influences of the Philippines seen through language, food (lechon), and most importantly, religion.
Spanish
Present
Gift
When you think of the Philippines, you think of this fruit. Its most popular form is as is or as a smoothie.
mango
Influenced by the Chinese, this dish is an adaptation of Chinese Lo Mein and Mei Fun Noodles
Pancit
She first made her mark in Les Miserables and then sang hit Disney songs "Reflection" and "A Whole New World"
Lea Salonga
A more recent influence which began during the World War Era. Hint: Clark Air Force Base, Douglas MacArthur, Fast Food Restaurants.
American
Respect
Honor
After World War II, the US Army left behind thousands of military jeeps. The Filipinos have converted them into their own mode of public transportation.
jeepney
Roasted Suckling Pig, known for its crispy skin, often served with a liver sauce.
Lechon
He started out making YouTube covers of songs and eventually ended up on the cast of Glee as Blaine Anderson.
Darren Criss
Was the first foreign influence of the Philippines and it brought the Islamic faith to the islands.
Indian
Clarify
Explicate/ Disambiguate/ Sort out/ Explain/ Enlighten/ Crystallize/ Expand/ straighten out/ Elucidate/ Elaborate/ Clear/ Expound/ dilate, etc.
This Tagalog word which translates to "window" is similar to its Spanish equivalent.
ventana/bentana
Mini Egg rolls filled with meat or vegetables
Lumpia
He is half Filipino, and is known for his songs "Just The Way You Are", "Marry You", and his feature in "Billionaire"
Bruno Mars
Intelligent
Smart/ Brilliant/ Bright/ Sharp
A motorcycle and buggy type of transportation. Similar to a taxi mainly used in rural or suburban areas. Hint: 3 wheels.
tricycle
Featured in FEAR FACTOR, it is a fertilized egg that, when eaten, is often considered an aphrodisiac.
Balut
From California, she is an American actress, singer and a songwriter. She released one of these new songs, "Starving" and "Love Myself".
Hailee Steinfield
One of the more recent influences that has greatly affected the pop culture scene, music, and fashion.
Korean
Introverted
Shy/ Bashful/ Quiet/ Withdrawn
At high tide, The Philippines has this many islands.
7,107