Satisfy your kakanin cravings with the suman from these eight shops, and discover lesser-known variants along the way
Unravelling a warm parcel of sweet, sticky suman immediately rouses a rumbling appetite, teasing the senses with the fragrance of banana leaf and coconut. Best enjoyed with a sprinkling of sugar or a drizzle of delicious latik (and sometimes even on its own), alongside a cup of coffee or hot chocolate, each bite of the beloved kakanin imparts a comforting nostalgia. The next time you’re craving suman, or perhaps a funky twist on the classic, rest assured you can get your fix from these eight shops:
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1. Merl’s Native Delicacies
Established in 2000, Merl’s Native Delicacies is best known for their suman sa lihiya with coconut jam and toasted coconut flakes. Though the pasalubong brand is headquartered in Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, Metro Manila residents craving for their special suman can easily have it delivered through one of their resellers in the city or find them at select grocery stores.