They say that you get to know the culture of a place by their street food. While bibingka is far from the typical street food found in the rest of the Philippine Archipelago, it is widely found in the streets of Iloilo - usually near Jaro Cathedral and Molo Church as well as along the road on the way to Arevalo and Villa.
So, when in Iloilo, be on the lookout for a bibingka vendor. Unlike the typical bibingkas that has a soft spongy texture, the bibingka sold in Iloilo are thin, golden brown on top, and moist on the insides. It is usually sold in brown paper bags (8-10pcs) for Php 20.
To complete the experience, you may want to observe how the vendors bake the goodies. They use make-shift ovens and recycled pans out of used canned goods lined with banana leaves. Some vendors use coconut husks and wood to fire up the "oven," while others use charcoal. The ingenious way of how they are cooked adds to the experience of actually tasting this delicious native delicacy.
*** Remember, the bibingka is best eaten warm from the oven.
