Aling Lucing Sisig

Featured in Anthony Bourdain's show No Reservation,  I always wanted to try out the so-called original  Sisig from Aling lucing's. I had the chance when we did a road trip going to Clark airbase. 

It is about lunchtime and many hungry diners are flocking in groups. Parking would be a problem since there is no designated parking area, you will be parking your vehicle by the roadside. 

Aling Lucing modified the local dish Sisig, which gave birth to the modern-day Sisig, her version took advantage of the pig's head that Clark airbase used to throw back then. So we can say that this is the birthplace of the Sisig we know and loved.

The original version does not have a fresh egg on top, most of us are familiar with having an egg mixed with the grilled pork face. We ordered 3 servings of Sisig, pork barbeque, grilled catfish, and tofu with pork( tokwat baboy). 

I can say that the food is worth the long travel, Sisig is so good and I like all of the dishes we ordered.  Food though is a bit expensive, but reasonably priced.

 

The verdict, I would definitely come back for more, Would I recommend it?  A big yes. So when in Pampanga please do give it a try and experience eating the original Sisig.

Buying pasalubong going home from Baguio

We took a  250 plus km road trip to Baguio riding on my Yamaha FZ. Let's charge it to the adventurous side of us, not having enough time, yet took the plunge and stayed overnight, then went back as we're bound to our int'l flights to what -- yes, you got it right, to work as we all need to.
Passing along Marcos highway was exciting as we find lots of stores for last minute shopping (you know how it is to enjoy the place so much you forget to buy pasalubongs? Nothing to worry about it, the stores are everywhere!

Now, for the tidbits of what we chose to buy and what we found as well; first: the items, what are they? They have peanut brittle, lengua de gato, Ilocos cornicks, among others. You'd find a lot more like vegetables and fruits, some key chains and other memorabilia but our family have the sweet tooth so we opted to focus on food.

Never underestimate the stalls along this highway, it's basically a one stop shop and you'd find almost every pasalubong that'd suit your family and friends' taste.

So the next time you happen to visit Baguio, do indulge in the moment. Experience the sights and take lots of pictures; feel and breath the fresh spring air breeze, and don't forget to check out the stalls along the highway just in case you got carried away and missed some pasalubong for your loved ones! Don't worry, be happy, because life is too short not to be, blessings!