Hello, Hivers! It's me again, @sheiladoliente23. I hope you're doing well. It's my first hive post and it's a pleasure to share my experience of reuniting, chatting, and eating our favorite local foods with my friends. I hope you are well and have already hung out or reunited with your friends today!
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It’s been a year since I last reunited with my friends because of our busy schedules. But now, we’re together again, sharing experiences, having simple conversations, and laughing. Reconnecting with them feels like no time has passed, reminding me how important it is to make time for the people we care about. These moments of joy and togetherness show how strong our bond is and how much happiness our friendships bring to our lives.
Of course, when there's a reunion, there’s always food. This is everyone’s favorite part. We went to our friend’s rest house to gather and share a meal with my friends. First, we prepared the dishes we were going to cook, which included fish, pork, and squid that we planned to grill.
The food is ready, and it looks amazing! We have grilled fish, squid, and pork, along with "kinilaw na isda" (Fish ceviche). Kinilaw is a popular Filipino dish made with raw fish that's marinated in vinegar and mixed with a variety of spices, onions, and sometimes vegetables like cucumber or chili. We also had a "budol fight", which is a fun Filipino tradition where food is served on a big banana leaf, and everyone eats together using their hands. It's a common way to eat in the Philippines, especially in the provinces. The meal was incredibly tasty, and it was even more enjoyable because we got to share it with friends. We laughed, talked, and made great memories while eating together such a wonderful experience!
Of course, one of our favorite dishes with friends is "Bisaya na tinolang manok". It’s a Filipino native chicken soup made with chicken, ginger, and vegetables like papaya or chayote. The soup tastes so good—sweet and refreshing and it’s really comforting to eat. It’s the perfect dish to share with friends, bringing everyone together!
Have you been able to reunite with your friends? What’s the story behind it?
