Discovering Vigan's Gastronomic Heritage

When we planned our trip to Vigan, what first came to our minds was to taste their signature Longganisa and (of course!) their renowned EMPANADA! Yes, we were so curious how they tasted because every time we searched for “VIGAN” in the internet, these two pops up... but, on the other hand, we were thinking about breaking the monotony and wanted to try other street food. We were not disappointed! Here are a few must-trys! 

SINANGLAW- the pride of Vigan
served near Plaza Burgos for breakfast they serve it at around 6am

Sinanglaw is their local version of papaitan. it is made of beef innards. the ginger and garlic removes the strong "tallow" taste.some tasted its "bitterness" but we don't. we did not add the "papaitan" (bile soup)  they served separately (its your choice if you want to put some). {best way for beginners like us, who are not yet ready for the "bitter" flavor}instead, we added their local vinegar. it was good! really good! although, the kamias already made the dish sour, but adding more "sourness" to the dish, gives it a little umpf!  (Leveling up the dish! we (just) ordered one since we just want to pamper our curiosity(a streetwise strategy if you are not familiar with the dish. this will help you save money at the same time, you'll not waste food). anyway, we were not disappointed! :-) 

Family Cordillera Inn's complimentary breakfast. we love their marinated bangus (their local vinegar really does the magic trick!) but their soup and rice were blah... (kinda' ok kinda not... we think kinda in the middle???!!!) the soup was served cold and the rice was not cooked well...(we're giving considerations because their place was too crowded with guests taking advantage of the long week vacay. we think they deserve a second chance???!!! (hehehehe...)

The salty,garlicky taste of Ilocos Longganisa is the perfect blend for the crispy wrap of Irene's Vigan Empanada. 

A must-try indeed!✌😊👍 

don't forget to drizzle this with Ilocos (local) vinegar yum!!!!

Tried also their Tuna and Beef Version. Equally delicious😊💕✌

Cost: Php 35.00-Longganisa
Php 45.00-Beef and Tuna size: approximately 7 inches long and 1 inch thick

other flavors they serve with their prices :-)

their local version of "sorbetes" (ice cream)
(left to right) strawberry, avocado and ube perfect for the hot weather (summer perks!)

Mighty John's happy kiddo face! excited to taste the Sorbetes sold along the corner of Calle Crisologo

their version of mais con yelo- Php 25.00 (also available in ube flavor) :-)

PS 
after discovering these...
we wanted to spend at least 2 days touring the place. Maybe choosing to visit the place in a not-so peak season time. BTW, the locals there are very friendly and accommodating. They let you see how they prepare the food and they tell stories about the rustic place as well! all in all, we had a great food trip experience.

want to eat at their resto next visit! 
lurvvvveeee the Vigan alfresco romantic dinner💕

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