In this episode of The Pod Well Travelled, Penny Thomas and Megan French explore the irresistible pull of food when it comes to travel. 

From the best meals they’ve eaten abroad to the ultimate foodie destinations in Australia and beyond, they discuss where to eat, what to try, and why it’s worth planning your next trip around a plate.

During the episode, Megan shares some Filipino food highlights, proving that the Philippines is a seriously underrated foodie destination. As promised, here are the names of those dishes mentioned:

• Ube Bibingka — A soft and chewy coconut rice cake flavoured with ube (purple yam jam), served warm or at room temperature.
• Buko Pandan — A cold dessert made with jelly cubes, young coconut, and sweetened cream—perfect for a hot day.
• Ensaymada — A sweet, spiral-shaped pastry with Spanish origins that has become a beloved Filipino treat, often eaten for breakfast or as a snack.
• Halo-Halo — A vibrant shaved ice dessert with evaporated or coconut milk, known for being refreshing and delicious.
• Turon — A crispy, caramelised banana spring roll that’s the perfect mix of sweet and crunchy.

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