Buko or coconut pie is no doubt one of those desserts and snacks that is definitely Pinoy. The Philippines has an abundance of coconut trees, making the country the world's biggest producer of these fruits, according to an article that I read.
There are so many by-products of practically all parts of the trees, including the fruits, which are made into all sorts of candies and snacks and added as ingredients to various dishes. One of the most popular of these is the buko pie, which is a favorite pasalubong from those who are travelling to southern Luzon provinces,
particularly Laguna and Quezon.
The good news, however, is that one need not travel far anymore to be able to buy the mouthwatering pie. Just visit the nearest Jollibee branch and you will be able to sink your teeth into a hot, sweet and delicious piece of buko pie. It was perhaps the biggest news in the foodie world last Oct. 15: that Jollibee now offers buko pie, along with
its hugely popular sibling, the Peach Mango Pie. Haha!
Yesterday, I was happy to try the new offer at Jollibee - Visayas Ave. I had one with a steaming cup of freshly brewed coffee and the pair was made in heaven! Jollibee's Buko Pie is filled with chunks of tender coconut meat swirled in some thick, creamy and sweet sauce. If your worry is too much sweetness, don't let it be. The sweetness is pared down by the savory, flaky-crunchy crust, that's why there's
no "sawa" factor or cloy to it.
The new Buko Pie is a welcome addition to Jollibee's product line. As it is distinctly Filipino, I could see it becoming a favorite at the fast food restaurant chain's branches abroad, which have earned a huge following not just among
Pinoys but even among foreigners.
Try it now, folks! It's very affordable at just P30. each.
There are so many by-products of practically all parts of the trees, including the fruits, which are made into all sorts of candies and snacks and added as ingredients to various dishes. One of the most popular of these is the buko pie, which is a favorite pasalubong from those who are travelling to southern Luzon provinces,
particularly Laguna and Quezon.
The good news, however, is that one need not travel far anymore to be able to buy the mouthwatering pie. Just visit the nearest Jollibee branch and you will be able to sink your teeth into a hot, sweet and delicious piece of buko pie. It was perhaps the biggest news in the foodie world last Oct. 15: that Jollibee now offers buko pie, along with
its hugely popular sibling, the Peach Mango Pie. Haha!
Yesterday, I was happy to try the new offer at Jollibee - Visayas Ave. I had one with a steaming cup of freshly brewed coffee and the pair was made in heaven! Jollibee's Buko Pie is filled with chunks of tender coconut meat swirled in some thick, creamy and sweet sauce. If your worry is too much sweetness, don't let it be. The sweetness is pared down by the savory, flaky-crunchy crust, that's why there's
no "sawa" factor or cloy to it.
The new Buko Pie is a welcome addition to Jollibee's product line. As it is distinctly Filipino, I could see it becoming a favorite at the fast food restaurant chain's branches abroad, which have earned a huge following not just among
Pinoys but even among foreigners.
Try it now, folks! It's very affordable at just P30. each.
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