Historical remembrance and culinary discovery tour of the cultural landmarks of Batangas, where cradle of heroes and one of the first provinces to rise against Spanish colonial rule.
The impressive Batangas Museum is likewise a must-see for tourists and is included in the itinerary.
The heritage town of Taal, the “Vigan of the South”, whose well-preserved, stately mansions and magnificent Basilica of St. Martin de Tours, seemingly transport one back to the Spanish era.
Beyond the history, food trip as well, with participants indulging in the rich, flavorful cuisine of Batangas. That’s early merienda of Tanauan’s native delicacy, sumang magkayakap, and kapeng barako. Lunch is at the province’s newest luxury property, Hotel Pontefino, where the menu includes favorites like bulalo, pinais na isda, adobo sa dilaw, tinumis and bulanglang, prepared by renowned chef Dennis Edillon. Finally, afternoon merienda in Taal features pinindot, empanadang Taal, sumang malagkit, maja blanco, minatamis na saging and other native fare. Indeed, a gastronomic experience that’s authentically Batangueno.
