Maruya (Banana Fritters)

Boholano Delicacies 

Boholano Ubi Polvoron. Ubi is a purple variety of yam, for which Bohol is famous. Polvoron is a delicacy that has its roots in Andalucia, Spain, but has become part of the Spanish legacy in the Philippines. According to Spanish tradition, you’ll have to say “Pamplona” as quickly as possible after eating polvoron.

Biko - A famous Filipino recipe and can be seen in almost all Filipino celebrations. It is made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, sugar (latik).

Maruya (Banana Fritters)

These are among the favorites, not just to the children but to adults as well. Made from Saba bananas, dipped in a sticky mixture, fried and then rolled in sugar, it is perfect for everyday snacks and healthy too.

Broa (Lady Fingers) - A cookie, native from Baclayon, soft in texture that literally melts in your mouth once you take a bite. It is light and crisp, perfect for snacks with milk, coffee or hot chocolate. It is also recommended in making Mango Refrigerator Cake.

  Otap (sometimes spelled utap) is an oval-shaped puff pastry in the Philippines, especially common in Cebu where it originated. It usually consists of a combination of flour, shortening, coconut, and sugar. In order to achieve the texture of the pastry, it must undergo a two-stage baking process.