Filipino food can be seen through the prism of its colourful and unique history – with influences from Spain, China, Mexico and the US adding to the cuisine’s rich texture. In 7000 Islands, Yasmin Newman takes a culinary journey through the Philippines and uncovers an intriguing nation of 7107 islands where the people’s love of eating is as big as their hearts. From mouth-watering savoury dishes to decadent desserts, and every soup and snack in between, the food of the Philippines holds a unique place in the world, and is just waiting to be discovered.