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Haven't been seeing your usual taho vendor lately? Try some from these popular purveyors

Who doesn't love a good cup of silken taho every now and then? This popular Filipino snack food can be enjoyed hot or cold, with as much or as little arnibal (aka simple syrup) and sago as possible. If you haven't come across your friendly neighbourhood taho vendor lately, consider trying these ones from local businesses we love to support. 

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1. Taho Manila

What pairs better with taho than a bottle of sweet, arnibal sauce and a tub of sago? Taho Manila brings this street food favourite to your home, ready to share with everyone in the family. Their huge tubs are a hit and a great choice for even the most intimate of gatherings—after all, there'd be more to go around. 

2. Giant Taho

If size and flavour are at the top of your priority list, consider Giant Taho. They have an array of interesting premium flavours that include mango graham, ube macapuno, and banana hazelnut. Health buffs can also opt for the intriguing malunggay taho, which is also the brand's latest release. 

3. Taho Bar

Taho Bar brings some of the best Philippine flavours into their selection. Aside from the quintessential classic taho, they also serve up a rich chocolate flavour, alongside sweet mango, earthy buko pandan, delicious ube, and popular strawberry. Eat it separately, or combine all six flavours into one cup for a truly exciting experience. 

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4. Royce's Chilled Taho

Forget pineapples on pizza, the real question is: do you like taho hot or chilled? While hot has always been the usual, chilled taho makes so much more sense especially in a tropical country like ours. Treat yourself to a nice refreshing snack with a cup of Royce's Chilled Taho, which comes with a sachet of arnibal, carrying the perfect amount of sweetness for a single serving. 

5. Soy Yummy

Love soy? Then Soy Yummy is the brand for you. Aside from the all-important tubs of taho, Soy Yummy also carries a line of soy products that are perfect for indulgence. These include flavoured soymilk and soy refreshers for a hot day out. 

6. Corner Pantry

We love shopping for dessert, which is why Corner Pantry remains a staple on our list. Aside from breads, bagels, and even kakanin, Corner Pantry supplies hungry snackers with refreshing tubs of chilled taho. Get everything you need for your kitchen (and fridge) from Corner Pantry—and don't forget to pick out a tub for merienda. 

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7. Soy & Bean

Soy & Bean celebrates soy through a variety of offerings, though their speciality has got to be the tub of taho that everyone always comes back for. It's a classic after all, and one that they specialise in. If you're looking for something different, consider their soy-based ice cream too!

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