Pairing Sinigang correctly — a note on lambanog coconut spirit

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Sinigang. I ordered it with lambanog coconut spirit and the deeply umami elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. patis fish sauce in particular became more prominent in a good way.

kamayan feasts eaten with hands from banana leaves are experiencing a cultural revival. The a beach seafood restaurant is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Sinigang with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.