It’s great to hear that Filipino-themed restaurants such as Jeepney Gastropub and Maharlika are making its way to the ever-competitive New York City, but just as Filipino food is starting to gain recognition… an animal rights activist is already keen on taking an iconic Filipino delicacy off the menu! An online petition on yousignanimals.com, started by animal rights activist Gabrielle Hardy, is making the rounds online, aiming to ban the ever-famous balut from the menu of Maharlika, according to local news reports! Balut, of course, is a partially matured duck egg, popular for its high protein content, and is also … Continue reading Petition Seeks To Ban Balut in Filipino Restaurant in New York