As much as we enjoy eating good food, we love seeing people bring the most simple to most extravagant ingredients together to craft a hearty meal or exquisite-looking dessert! Fortunately, we have an abundance of Filipino food content creators who inspire us to whip up delicious home-cooked meals with whatever ingredients we have left in our pantries or explore more cuisines that will have us spending more time in the kitchen.
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Thanks to social media and these Filipino food content creators, we’re learning more about food and finding inspiration to cook. Here are a few personalities you should check out:
1. Abi Marquez
It is no secret that Abi Marquez is on top of her game right now! She is popularly known as the ‘Lumpia Queen’ by her fans and viewers for her unique creations that involve wrapping the most random ingredients or meals in a lumpia wrapper.
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It has truly been a full-circle moment for this Filipino food content creator. After gaining popularity with her creative lumpia recipes, she achieved the remarkable feat of taking on Gordon Ramsay’s challenge of wrapping the iconic Beef Wellington in a lumpia wrapper.
This is the collaboration we’ve been eagerly waiting for! Abi made foodies and fans across the country proud as Gordon not only liked but absolutely LOVED her version of lumpia Beef Wellington.”
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What can we learn from Abi Marquez? The Webby Award winner and James Beard nominee teaches us that creativity and innovation in the kitchen can transform even the simplest ideas into delicious culinary creations.
2. Ninong Ry
If there’s one thing we love about Ninong Ry, it’s his commitment to staying true to himself. His cooking videos are informative, entertaining, and refreshingly honest, with him never hesitating to admit mistakes in the kitchen.
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With his authenticity, viewers are captivated, eagerly watching his videos (which often run from 30 minutes to over an hour) and applying what they’ve learned in their own kitchens.
It’s no surprise that this food content creator has come a long way from where he started. He even had the rare opportunity to face off in a mini “MasterChef” challenge hosted by Ramsay himself, where he showcased his unique take on the classic Pinoy halo-halo.
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3. Judy Ann Santos
Judy Ann Santos is in a league of her own. Aside from being an award-winning actress, she is also a respectable chef and a true foodie at heart.
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The actress-entrepreneur, who recently graduated from the Professional Culinary Arts Program at the Center for Asian Culinary Studies, also runs her own YouTube channel, where she cooks homestyle meals that everyone can enjoy. She also shares cooking tips, as well as alternatives for those who are cooking on a budget.
Similarly to Ninong Ry, the 46-year-old actress was invited as a guest chef for Ramsay’s “MasterChef” challenge at Newport World Resorts.
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What makes Judy Ann Santos so satisfying to watch is that she brings the same warmth, comfort, and heartiness as watching our mothers cook for us.
4. Erwan Heussaff
He’s more than just Anne Curtis’s husband; Erwan Heussaff has made a name for himself as a highly respected figure in the food scene.
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As the force behind FEATR Media, Erwan proves his deep knowledge and passion for food. Through countless informative YouTube videos, he and his team proudly showcase the best of the Philippines—its cuisine, lesser-known local ingredients, hardworking farmers and chefs, and the local businesses that sustain the economy while bringing Filipino food to a global audience.
5. Chef JP Anglo
Chef JP Anglo is a master of his craft! Whether he’s cooking in Manila or Dubai, the celebrity chef couldn’t be prouder to share Filipino cuisine with the world.
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In addition to leading the popular Negrense restaurant Sarsa, he is taking the internet by storm with his fun and informative YouTube videos, where he stays true to his Filipino roots and showcases Filipino cuisine at its finest.
6. Marvin Agustin
We’ve fallen in love with Marvin Agustin as an actor, and once again, he’s capturing everyone’s hearts as a chef and a food content creator.
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The 45-year-old actor proves he has what it takes to shine in the kitchen. Fans and followers who miss seeing him on television or the big screen have nothing to worry about—he’s sharing his delightful food creations on Instagram and YouTube!
7. Panlasang Pinoy
Finally, it’s about time to applaud THE OG.
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In one way or another, Vanjo Merano of Panlasang Pinoy has been the go-to when we search for recipes online. His cooking videos are straightforward, clear, and easy to follow, allowing viewers to learn how to cook Filipino meals and desserts while also enjoying the process.
With Panlasang Pinoy, we get to understand the basics of homestyle Filipino cooking whenever and wherever we are. The next time you’re unsure how to cook sinigang or tinola, this content creator has you covered!
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