Foreigners' First Impression of Baguio Philippines 🇵🇭 Trying Filipino Pinikpikan

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Kumusta KZfaq Fam,
Welcome to a new episode here in the Philippines. After a series of island hopping in Palawan, it is time to change the scenery. Ever since we arrived in the Philippines, we have been receiving a huge amount of requests to make vlogs in Baguio. Well, wait no further because, In this episode, we embarked on a new adventure to the coldest region in the Philippines called Baguio, also known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines (where everyone goes during summer).
This episode begins with a short bus ride from VictoryLine Pasay station to Baguio, about an unpleasant 6 hours off the bus with 1 stop journey. We arrived carsick but immediately made our impression around Baguio as we walked to our Airbnb which is located at a very convenient location to Main Street. We headed straight to lunch after we put down our bags. However, we were mistreated by a local traffic conductor on the way to the restaurant, who did not communicate well and choose to use aggression to resolve a small problem, which ruined our first impression of Baguio. We went to a place called Cafe by the Ruins which serves Cordillera traditional dish Pinipikan soup, a controversial dish originating from the Cordillera mountainous region in the Philippines because of its unethical beating of chicken while alive which was told that the fresh blood can add additional flavours to the soup.
After the meal, we then went to check out Burnham Park and had strawberry dessert on the way back to our Airbnb.
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00:00 - 05:48 Intro and Bus Ride to Baguio
05:48 - 14:10 Baguio Streets Impression
14:10 - 17:33 Check in AirBnB
17:33 - 25:13 Exploring Main Streets
25:13 - 30:24 This Happened :(
30:24 - 38:35 Order at Cafe by the Ruin
38:35 - 45:48 Trying Pinipikan
45:48 - 56:08 Burnham Park
56:08 - 01:01:31 Vizco Cake Shop -Strawberry Dessert

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@luzviminda795 Жыл бұрын

Baguio is pretty much one of the fast pace cities in the philippines. So if you're trying to walk slow to look around, make sure that you're in the side of the street so you won't disrupt the people who has to go somewhere fast. Also some very strict places can get you scolded harshly if you didn't follow how people do things in the area.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

That is so true I am a local here and we follow rules strictly. You just don't cross roads just like that you did. Anybody will get scolded if we do what you did 😅😅😅😅

@crs9030 Жыл бұрын

One of the major issues in Baguio City is the traffic, that is why theres a lot of removed crosswalks, constructed foot bridges, and even a lot traffic enforcers on the road to ensure an organized flow of cars. Where you tried to cross is a very busy place that is why you can only cross where he pointed or way further up. Enforcers/police in the city are very strict with pedestrians, which I think is a good thing, but its just so happened that the one you encountered handled it poorly, hoped that he just explained it well to you and have not done unnecessary things. I remember back when I often see enforcers on crosswalks along Session Road, where they chase people crossing on a red signal, just to remind and warn them to not do it again. By the way, the siren you hear came from the City Hall, located just in front of that cafe, rings everyday the same time, reminding the people of the city with peace, unity and discipline. It is also a call for prayer. Feel sorry for the bad experiences you've encountered, hope you still enjoyed your stay in the city and be coming back soon. Take care always guys.

@iflipover Жыл бұрын

That is an unfortunate incident. I’m not sure what happened but there’s a possibility he mistook you as a Filipino (Justin) and tried to warn you in the local tongue in the beginning. And thinking you disregarded or ignored what he said, he got a little aggressive. And when he realized that you couldn’t understand Filipino, it was already too late and he resorted to being defensive (of his actions). I notice that trait in a lot of Filipinos coz it’s hard for them to apologize. Regardless, it’s not an excuse for his aggressive physical actions but just showing you what miscommunication or assumption might have happened.

@chfzn Жыл бұрын

That's true... It's really unfortunate.

@changkitz9485 Жыл бұрын

I think he was warned "Baguio distracted law "Ordinance 49-2019 . it's like not distracted on the phones cameras etc while walking? crossing?

@merld7451 Жыл бұрын

But although they have that ordinances it doesn’t mean you can behave like that?? Why being aggressive?? Manong need to be mindful & not behave like a headless chicken 😁

@abrilmargarita8332 Жыл бұрын

same thoughts.. justin will pass as a Filipino.. it might because of miscommunication..

@yyy-zn6xu Жыл бұрын

@@merld7451 because he warned them.. like justin said communication is the first thing you should have to do but the problem was that the traffic enforcer probably assume justin is a filipino... they still crossed the streets so he chase them and hold them which is a correct response after you warned them... If the enforcer just let them through then you gotta ask if they are doing their job, why letting jaywalkers get through... i think the enforcer only realized they are foreigner after they are in the middle of the street...

@issalazo9722 Жыл бұрын

Some cities can get pretty busy and happens sometimes that you get bumped but not intentionally. I always experience this each time I go to Hongkong.

@stayblessed8479 Жыл бұрын

True because it happened to me here in Hongkong coz I live here not only once but many times and I also have friend got indured with same incident they don’t even bother to look back at you and apologise of what had happened. But I cannot generalize people here because of that incident.

@zachdwight1385 Жыл бұрын

Baguio is very strict with street/pedestrian rules. I was scolded by a traffic enforcer once. I learned my lesson then.

@gabrieltristan4672 Жыл бұрын

That enforcer grab the back of Justine that not good

@luzviminda795 Жыл бұрын

@@gabrieltristan4672 Just different culture. There are countries like japan where they won't touch you physically but will abuse you mentally which is one of the causes of high suicide rate in japan.

@exploit_123_Travel Жыл бұрын

Let the Baguio people explain to them the ordinance rules and guidelines in crossing the busy streets without pedestrian. Some people here speculates a lot when they are not from Baguio City itself.

@jordanspanks6070 Жыл бұрын

@@exploit_123_Travel dicipline is an everday must in baguio. I am a local and an Igorot. and we usually frown upon people. who violates city ordinances. not saying the enforcer was right, he also was being mean disrespectful to the guests. but they also did violated the jaywalking law, when clearly there was no local or other people walking on that part of the road. just follow what the locals are doing to avoid aweful situations next time.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

True and they were offended. I was like what??? Its normal to be treated like that here in Baguio City if you don't follow rules here when crossing just like anywhere... Next time follow rules guys! Police officers are just doing their jobs and as a tourists you don't follow rules and you're offended???! What??? Sorry but not sorry at all...

@md0520 Жыл бұрын

Hi Justin & Alina, it’s just one of those days that you both encountered bad experience while travelling, put the bad experience behind and enjoy the rest of your stay in Baguio. Take care!

@Feignedmischief Жыл бұрын

Baguio is also my favourite city in the Philippines. Growing up I remember being always excited preparing for the 6 hour drive and the fun times at the local sightseeing places or even just walking along Session Road, cycling & boating at Burnham Park, slow driving around or mini golf in Camp John Hay, souvenir shopping in Mines View Park, buying Good Shepherd peanut brittle, ube & strawberry jam. The glorious carinderia/turo turo food at Cathy’s. It was fun watching you both tour the city and finding another reason to love the Philippines. Thank you Justin & Alina for showing the Baguio I miss and I am very pleased to know that you enjoyed this gem of a city. 😌

@kirstiebeau4862 Жыл бұрын

A lot of people here in the comments section don’t really know what they’re saying. Some of the people here even labeling the officer as corrupt and inhospitable may have not been here to Baguio. Policemen here in Baguio are some of the most polite and friendliest in the Philippines but at the same time they’re the strictest in implementing the rules and regulations of the city. People here are accustomed to following the traffic rules here especially pedestrian crossings. Its so convenient to use the crossings here as motorists here in Baguio will always yield to you and let you cross as long as you’re on the pedxing. The policeman just panicked because he will be held accountable by his superiors of negligence of duty if something bad happens to you both while crossing that street plus the language barrier. Sure it could have been handled in a better way but in the heat of the moment, your safety is the priority of the officer.

@crs9030 Жыл бұрын

Very true! Wonder where the other comments came from.

@TDLTDL100 Жыл бұрын

@@crs9030 They're probably from people living in places where crosswalks are ignored and jaywalking is considered 'not illegal' (traffic enforcement is very lax). They're clueless that Baguio is strict about its rules and regulations.

@tysonmasinbeng5983 Жыл бұрын

Here’s probably the best comment, thats true they seems to sympathize foreigners who don’t follow our rules and regulations ,little did they know that you could receive the worse punishment if you do it in their country

@kristovblue Жыл бұрын

I agree. My dad lived in Baguio for a while. The reason Baguio is Baguio is because the rules are truly enforced. The part of the video shown, it seemed like he just had difficulty communicating. Even though he knows English, he may not necessarily be fluent. It’s unfortunate it happened. Justin and Alina seem like great people. But we see them on the vlog a lot. That’s why it’s easier to sympathize and crucify the enforcer immediately for what he did. But context really is everything in situations like this. Hard to place blame when we didn’t witness it. Like I said in my comment, he may be a bad apple but he also might not be. You’re right. It could have been handled better, regardless.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

@@kristovblue may he post the unedited video that would be nice bec I don't side with Justin. Law is law you can't justify it. Still the officer is still kind he was not fined for thousand pesos.

@claireuyvlogs8114 Жыл бұрын

so sorry to see Alina crying, she's too cute. As a filipino, i also have some random bad experiences in foreign country. Just be careful next time. Fighting, keep it up and be safe always. God bless you two. A lot of commenters here are cheering you up. Forget about the bad days, better adventures to come

@CharlesGoldSkinned Жыл бұрын

I know why Justin was mistreated by that cop/traffic enforcer, it's because he was like a hobo. Just wearing sandals and shorts. You have to know that in the Philippines, they judge you for what you wear. If you look poor, the cops will treat you poor. It's all about clothng nd body language/ how you carry yourself.

@bashersbeware Жыл бұрын

@@CharlesGoldSkinned nope not a hobo but rather, he looked like a Filipino student. It's all powerplay and power tripping here in the Phils. Those enforcers, they're not policemen. They were hired by the city to just man the traffic. Usually, these people are the uneducated, jobless, people. That's why traffic in the Philippines is in total chaos because the one manning are themselves ignorant of the law. They go for the job coz it's easy money. They accost and accost because each ticket they issue, they get a percentage from the fines. True what Justine said, in Metro Manila specially, no one respects these thugs that's why you'd see people trying to do things their own way and be in total defiance of the law.

@BCC2490 Жыл бұрын

@@CharlesGoldSkinned nahhhhhh he is not dirty . You are talking about what he wear they dont judge about that. Rich people wears shoes and slippers in expensive mall

@BCC2490 Жыл бұрын

@@CharlesGoldSkinned that guy is just rude

@ameliayoung2807 Жыл бұрын

That is the idea of travelling, learning other countries culture and tradition without judgement. Every country ‘s culture is unique in its own way. Their tradition was handed down from generation to generation with little or no variations Also most of the time language is a barrier so do not get easily offended when people cannot convey what they really mean. Anyway i hope one miscommunication will not stop you exploring the Philippines. Enjoy your time and have a nice day.😊✌️

@beegeebad3193 Жыл бұрын

What you really need to do, this is important. Ask for the Filipino viewers in what to do before proceeding to some place, also with food choices, rentals, hotels/accommodations. We have 7000 islands with 7000 cultures, traditions, practices, its different per island(province) you should take note of this with utmost urgency

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

The best advice I read so far. They are just ignorant when it comes to rules I guess do as they want and cry like a baby. I understand the police officer attitude coz they are in a busy road. No pedestrians allowed where they walked. They caused traffic. Smh

@josephinetalaver7064 Жыл бұрын

@@andimakan7779 Then put a proper sign on your roads, easy to follow ..right ? You sound like you hate Tourists in your place,i got it.

@chefwang276 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you in Baguio.There are a lot of beautiful accommodations in Baguio.

@pinky9875 Жыл бұрын

I live in Canada now watching your vlogs makes me wanna go back and live in The Philippines I left 38 years ago❤️🇵🇭I like you two your just like my kids lol I’m 56 now I’m considering to retire their if my son let me …😁and just enjoy my life and travel around the provinces of the Philippines ❤

@irmaabenes4023 Жыл бұрын

I think, he thought, you are one of the locals. They are more strict to Filipinos than foreigners, that's a misunderstanding. That's why, he talked to you in Tagalog. So sorry, it happened to you guys. Don't let this one incident prevented you from enjoying Baguio. Baguio, actually is much safer place than Manila. Just stay safe and be very careful. 😊

@praisesui-tyan Жыл бұрын

Also know that laws and law enforcers are different in each areas around the Philippines. Do not assume that all cities is the same as Manila where jaywalking is a bit too normalized in most streets. In Baguio, they mayor was once a Police chief so he really made law enforcement to be strict around Baguio. Also know that the traffic enforcer assumed you were local so there's that and they are stricter especially on locals

@shasong4970 Жыл бұрын

Even before baguio is really strict thats why some peopke call it city of fines instead of city of pines

@gilbertbersola100 Жыл бұрын

Ah! Can't wait! I love Baguio City!

@project_where Жыл бұрын

Us too! ❤️

@Awesomely-ig2kh Жыл бұрын

How ironic? You love the place but you can’t abide with its rules? Just admit you were at fault. Not every place you visit is like Manila. 🙄 You are a pedestrian so you need to cross on the pedestrian lane. SIMPLE!

@Awesomely-ig2kh Жыл бұрын

Post the unedited video! B-I-A-S!

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

@@Awesomely-ig2kh maybe they were arguing with the police officer causing more traffic so the officer got angry. 😅😅😅😅 post the unedited please!!!

@purpysmart Жыл бұрын

Wow I'm new subscriber here I'm originally from Phillipines but never been to Baguio thanks for sharing your adventure ❤ it's like having a cute tour guide couple I'm in California now. Make more video like this pls.

@edwinclores-gg9sz Жыл бұрын

Happy blessed birthday, sir. Enjoy ur stay in the island paradise, the Philippines with care.

@TheHartsook69 Жыл бұрын

I really like your videos there great thanks

@user-nq6wt7yh3i Жыл бұрын

I was born and raised in Baguio. My friend and I had been approached the same way, and it was very humiliating. Aside from that, we were also penalized for crossing the wrong way. I do know how upsetting it is to be approached like that, and I am sorry for the experience. From that moment on, we learned our lesson.

@jackyjelai 10 ай бұрын

You're one of many Vloggers who is so calm, kind and very generous so with your beautiful partner. Thanks for coming to the Philippines and visiting Baguio City too, cold place but enjoyable. Wish you to enjoy, Goodluck and take care 😊❤️

@randysanicolas1291 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your tour of the Philippines. Unfortunate incident but I'm sure its a slight misunderstanding. Enjoy Baguio! I definitely remember it being cold there when I was a little kid.

@zachdwight1385 Жыл бұрын

Baguio is known for implementing strict rules. They even fine people for cussing. Reminds me of strict petty rules from Singapore. In Baguio everything must be in order. Rules are rules.

@iceperez9370 Жыл бұрын

But still its wrong what he did to tourist!

@rgnald Жыл бұрын

@@iceperez9370 if he go to Singapore he will not only get scolded, but he will be fined and go to jail, so i think the enforcer is just doing his job. Not like in Manila where everyone has their own rules. It is a lesson for him i guess.'

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

@@rgnald I agree as we'll so I don't understand those people here who said sorry for what happened. What??? Ewwww just because they are foreigners???!! Double ewww

@loreliechantengco6226 Жыл бұрын

I mean just always look for the pedestrian line even in Manila it's for your own good

@josephinetalaver7064 Жыл бұрын

@@andimakan7779They are strangers in your place unless they put notes or warning and they still cross the street then you have the reason to get mad,I dont think they purposely doesnt want to follow the rules if they know, you have to understand they are not familiar with your rules and besides Tourists also help the City to Progress, better treat them well.

@analieadana7266 Жыл бұрын

Enjoy and be safe couple, ,the summer capital of the Philippines.

@JohnSmith-gx2fc Жыл бұрын

Justin i like your smartness... you knows everything to explain... like alina asking why too many chicken bones in your soup... you answered her to add more flavors in your soup.... its true.... so smart you guy...

@arniehere Жыл бұрын

Cool

@snoopcatt2136 Жыл бұрын

Love your vlogs, stay safe guys❤

@jayneh2006 Жыл бұрын

Wow!!!!! What a gorgeous place is that!!!!😮

@Jhay-sg6ei Жыл бұрын

Wow 1hour vlog,keep safe

@alexdioneda6755 11 ай бұрын

Nice..

@jennli7587 7 ай бұрын

I know it’s been a while since you were at Baguio. Pinikpikan is chicken is usually skinny chicken because they use native chickens (not always), they also torch it to burn the feathers which gives the smokey taste. the noise from the city hall, which is in the direction you were facing is to remind you its 6 pm. give Alina lots of hugs. ❤

@laureanotabionjr.6705 Ай бұрын

You are so cool Justine your mother raised you perfectly.

@f2pgamer828 Жыл бұрын

There is no perfect country. Every country has its bad apples - do not let this bad experience get in the way of whatever your main goal. Thank you for sharing the not so good experience in your vlog - this makes the whole scene / documentary realistic - not all fun and smiles. Welcome to the Philippines!!! Disclaimer: Not everyone in our country is gentle and kind, we have rough, rude, insensitive and tough people too. (like all other countries)

@praisesui-tyan Жыл бұрын

Not really a bad apple if he's just doing his job, I think he just really misunderstood Justin as a local so he really went aggressive. I've seen Baguio police go really rough on lawbreakers. ( I was a kid when a pickpocket robbed my wallet that only has 20 pesos in it, went to a police precinct and got his ass whooped. Me as a child saw it as normal though since criminals = bad). It's especially apparent now since Mayor Magalong was once a Police chief so law enforcement really got pushed up on the agenda mostly because of growing tourists and more people means more chances of lawbreakers being more common.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

They did wrong so it's just normal for police officer to get angry if you don't follow rules here in Baguio City. I think these two are not familiar with the culture here so they got upset hahaha next time learn the rules in every area or place you go so you will not be mistreated as these two said. Just saying

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

@Praise Sui-tyan that's true and I'm a local here in Baguio city

@josephinetalaver7064 Жыл бұрын

@@andimakan7779 I think if you have proper signs they will follow,since they are not familiar what not to do ,they just think its ok , dont just blame it to them, they are both wrong ,i guess.

@eugenechavez4122 Жыл бұрын

Hello guys thank you 🙏 for choosing Philippines 🇵🇭 for your blogging stay safe and healthy

@JohnSmith-gx2fc Жыл бұрын

You're a true gentleman justin... so cool to handle that bad experience in the road... keep up the good up the works man... you keep cool until the end of this video.... even alina is trully affected..you can see on her mood heheheh

@arnoldeveretteguay5320 Жыл бұрын

I hear that siren a while ago. Im there also at that place. Only behind where you are eating.

@jingmunz1938 Жыл бұрын

For shawarma try Habibis grill near Baguio City hall, they serve good food, middle eastern menu. Also Ali Shawarma near SLU

@CarlTripulca 3 ай бұрын

Great destination place baguio super cool place

@Lance.Valle1 Жыл бұрын

It's so cute how she wanted attention. ❤️ Cheers guys!

@anecitaolar4533 Жыл бұрын

Happy birthday!

@deann7541 11 ай бұрын

Stay safe guys and I hope you enjoyed your tour around Pinas. Sorry for any bad encounters you have. The crowd could really be shocking, people will bump at you and won't say sorry, and pls be careful of pickpockets etc.

@johnandrewcatubay3444 Жыл бұрын

I haven't been there but at least I have some ideas, we will go there early next month. enjoy baguio episodes strawberry heart for this vid🍓🍓🍓

@christianantonio8917 Жыл бұрын

Haii kuya Justin and ate Alina always take care and once again welcome and enjoy here in Baguio, i like watching your vlog its like i also adventuring heheh but I haven't been able to watch your vlog much because I've been busy with school these past days 😢❤

@ricmanalo434 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to our City...Baguio,i just live about 50m away from victory liner Baguio and about 250m from SM.

@anythingmimi Жыл бұрын

Go to Sagada!~~ See the hanging coffins there totally different culture from the south Philippines! You might also want to visit La trinidad Benguet (Strawberry Fields), few mins- an hour away from Baguio City, Benguet!

@floren879 Жыл бұрын

Wow in Baguio City!

@Arnel_A67 Жыл бұрын

Pinikpikan and Tinola are quite similar, the main difference is the chicken. Pinikpikan has a smokey flavor. If you go to Farmers daughter restaurant, you could taste the real thing. welcome to Baguio. ❤ sorry for the bad experience 😔

@auntielydia Жыл бұрын

Sir...itag is a dried meat .....and that dried meat those peoples in Baguio and other parts of Benguet that's how they preserve meat and use it even 6 months.....

@Denden-mx9gl 6 ай бұрын

5:21 this is one of our power trip as a local here in the PH, we buy food that has strong smell to make people jealous. It's like wearing a crown flexing it.

@thantsinbendita953 Жыл бұрын

My Filipino husband bring me in there it was really cold that moment, I wake up at 10am I can't take a bath without heater or my husband boil water for me to take a bath so cold, after 2pm it's fogging like zero visibility as I remember we stay some apartment in BAKAKENG one jeepney ride to market.

@jasperdurian8516 Жыл бұрын

hello, kumusta po😊😊I hope you enjoy Baguio City, try to go to Pampanga as well👍

@arnoldeveretteguay5320 Жыл бұрын

Because if you meet accident there in the middle of the road. The police officer who is posted there will be blamed .

@fortuneybiernas5778 Жыл бұрын

Thats the City Hall in front of Cafe By The Ruins. The horn rings at 8am for start of work. 12nn for lunch break. 1pm for re-start of work. 5pm for end of work...

@j.c.a.1101 Жыл бұрын

You also better to visit further in SAGADA... This place is high up in the mountain and chilly too and experience the culture and some rice terraces... You have a great stay in Baguio City. Cheers

@wave1806 Жыл бұрын

Baguio city is the summer capital because in other places like Manila,it's hot during summer so they go to cold places like Baguio Baguio city is full of people during summer from mid if march to April ..so get ready for traffic and for accomodations

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

Everyday not just summer. Increasing and increasing tourists. 😢😢😢

@mannypolig47 Жыл бұрын

enjoy guys.. im from there

@justine8840 11 ай бұрын

I ADORE THE CALMNESS OF THIS MAN

@project_where 11 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😁

@oliverbascolputultogether4313 Жыл бұрын

welcome through the jungle, simply u need to adopt, it a wild wild west cant win them all. yes its real good luck with that bro!! that how it is... live & learn is not for everyone cup of tea!! to enter the dragon, if you do not like to be burn dude! expect the unexpected, if it save us once a year! yes Sir it a Good year for everyone no need to critritised simply enjoy not destroy the whole image the countries we visit, dont judge a person in a day, we all get a bad day, nobody is perfect! !can u do it guys! YES you can! happy day. happy life less are often the best, simple life but comfortable is more that enough or go back if u wish were u came from!! happy blogging chill .. chill.. cheers

@videogallery2303 Жыл бұрын

That's an unfortunate encounter,please you and Alina always take care

@gabrieltristan4672 Жыл бұрын

They should report that moron to the police...

@rosebrown2267 Жыл бұрын

Best restaurants in Baguio are good taste and Tea house, they give big servings and valuable for money. Tea house is just along session road. There cakes are alsobreally good.

@PurpleSpark123 Жыл бұрын

Enjoy stay safe too,maybe next time you can go to davao city hehe☆♡☆♡

@gregmina5568 Жыл бұрын

@daa1635 Жыл бұрын

there are cities in PH that have stricter implementation of traffic rules. Just do what locals do and I think you’ll be okay.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

So true!

@igzqui7817 Жыл бұрын

Its an unfortunate incident. But in my experience baguio is one of the most discipline. Also, i dont think they know you as foreigner. but i hope youll be ok. Pls dont ruined your stay. Love love from the philippines

@project_where Жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️❤️

@richardramos2212 Жыл бұрын

Always be careful and keep smile

@saibon8185 Жыл бұрын

Belated happy birthday 🎂

@benjaminsales7220 Жыл бұрын

Never been to Baguio. And it is really different from other cities in the Philippines

@maritesbon8256 Жыл бұрын

I'm from baguio.we use fire to remove the feathers that make the pinikpikan smells good and we put a lot of ginger because the weather is very cold to makes our body warm.

@betheboss6979 Жыл бұрын

We use native chicken for Pinikpikan that's why there's really little meat because native chickens are much leaner than the usual market chicken. The meat is also harder because these chicken are used to roaming around the surroundings, making their meat tougher but tastier compared to the regular white chicken. But yeah, mostly pinikpikan is a good partner for rice wine and we consume most of the soup that's made out of it. As for beating the chicken, most don't do that anymore since it takes a bit more time. But yeah, it's an acquired taste to really like it. I think you both would have loved Bagnet instead. As for the incident, I hope you would still enjoy your stay. It is really not proper to touch you even if you did wrong by teying to cross there and I'm sure it was a shock. He could have communicated more properly. Good and bad experiences really happens with good and bad people and I'm sure you will never forget Baguio because of it. Yes, it's negative but I hope it will not affect how you the city and its people in general. Thank you for visiting our city and trying out our dishes at your first day of visit. P.S. You can try visiting Atok flower farms and Sagada Caves from there. And in Baguio, Mt. Costa and Arca's Yard are good too. Not sure about the cost these days though. I haven't been home for almost 4 years now. Viscoz's Strawberry Shortcake is a must try.🥰🥰🥰

@gieansky8113 Жыл бұрын

i think u were jaywalking and it seems u ignored the traffic enforcer's warning thats why he got a bit aggressive. he mentioned "fine/ticket" and "pedestrian lane" and pointed u to the foot bridge. baguio is a bit strict with their traffic rules, if u havent noticed, people are obidient there, using pedestrian lanes and foot bridges most of the time. i guess just "do what the romans do" to avoid penalty. may also treat this as a lesson that other cities/provinces, although under 1 country, may have diffrent ways rules and regulations. keep safe and always vigilant.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

True and he was offended hahaha

@ronnelacido1711 Жыл бұрын

You can do away with airconditioners in Baguio as the temperatures is always cool year-round.

@kpopstream3490 Жыл бұрын

Sorry for the bad experience, the traffic enforcer probably thought you are Chinese-Filipino. Strict rules are really implemented here in Baguio specially for pedestrian crossing and some people would point fingers at you for crossing at the wrong spot. Also, for the Pinikpikan the chicken meat(B-Cull) is harder because the chicken used is not the dressed chicken which you usually buy at the supermarkets(the Pinikpikan you ate was probably not beaten to death since that would take along time to prepare). The horn noise is a notice from the city hall every 12 and 6:00 of the day. More power to this channel! 🙌🙌

@BCC2490 Жыл бұрын

You are right the sounds always reminds me of the purge. In Baguio you will hear that siren every 6PM thats from the Baguio City Hall. Its like alarm that reminds people its already 6pm

@BCC2490 Жыл бұрын

That is a healthy version of white rice. I hope you order “shredded tapa” thats my favorite in Cafe by the ruins

@WakaJhen Жыл бұрын

I am very sorry for what happened to you there but pls dont let it ruin your stay...it happens to all us especially if you travel to different place you learn that not all people are nice you might face rude people all the time so just be brave all the time, anyways enjoy baguio😊

@user-go5vo1ky8k 5 ай бұрын

Alina was talking about the former Mayor of Baguio in 12:50. The Mayor was June Labo, he is not a foreigner as Alina mentioned but he was married to a Russian woman which i think was a Russian lawyer. Labo met her during his visits to Russia. Labo was a very charismatic individual hence won the mayoralty in Baguio despite coming from another region and despite being a faith healer which of course a job not aligned to politics. Mayor Labo became notorious of his faith healing trips in Russia as he was later discovered to be fake. I guess there were wealthy Russians desperate to heal off from their illnesses that they've tried these sorts of healing. Labo is a shrewed businessman, but he also, I guess, pocketed millions from his wealthy clients from being a faith healer. Well, these stories are not 100% sure, though. It's just stories shared to me when I lived there. He was in politics so intrigue surrounded him. Just sharing what I know 🙏 😊

@noahpanuyass Жыл бұрын

No hate, but to be fair, it's not the enforcer's responsibility to tell everyone everything. You should've done some research or just did what the locals do. Although unintentional, you still committed something illegal in those parts. I can understand the high emotion of the enforcer since you could've started a small chaos. Not everyone will respond to gentleness so the enforcer had to be aggressive . Dont take it personally, even the locals are treated like that.

@airzoom090 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Dont become accustomed to Filipino practices, like jaywalking. Just because everyone's doing it doesnt mean it's right. However, the enforcer's also in the wrong tho. Here in Cebu there's this spot with high foot and car traffic, and careless jaywalkers are expected. What the enforcers do is if they see someone crossing, they dont stop then halfway. They let them cross safely, call them out with a whistle, then talk to them, either give a warning or fine a penalty. There's a better way to deal with these jaywalkers rather than to pull them from their bags, even if they're angry. People in uniform should never lay hands unless they ask consent.

@babylily2448 Жыл бұрын

Enjoy Baguio

@LuvMyLilBabe Жыл бұрын

Next time you guys should try Canto restaurant and order their specialty Beef Lomo Ribs, it's amazing!

@Stormvue Жыл бұрын

I’m a Baguio kid, wish I was there to take you around the city

@deeprestcat1477 11 ай бұрын

I think the chicken that's served with the pinikpikan is a native chicken. Native chicken here tends to have harder bones and not a lot of meat; it also has quite tough skin, but it's considered a delicacy here, at least that's what we call it from where I'm from since a well-established café or restaurant wouldn't serve just the remains of it since that'd be quite rude...

@rvsc2277 Жыл бұрын

WELOME TO BAGUIO, YOU ARE A CUTE COUPLE . STAY SAFE FROM BOBBY . FROM QUEZON CITY PHILIPPINES . WATCHING THIS VLOG FROM LAS VEGAS NEVADA.ENJOY! sad what happen but have to understand. some people have their own way which an be right or wrong.

@reignheart2669 Жыл бұрын

Hi Justin, I hope someday you and Alina can visit some of Panay Island places too like Iloilo City, Bacolod, Roxas City, antique and Kalibo where boracay island is located.

@qcgarcia Жыл бұрын

if they can collab with THAT PHILIPPINES LIFE, that would fast track project where's audience reach.

@project_where Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recommendation, have just added these to the map. Hope to visit in the near future!

@Bobster0007 9 ай бұрын

Looking around, I was surprised to see almost no good looking women in Baguio... I will cross that off my list of places to move to. That was helpful.

@AlllAboutYou Жыл бұрын

I'm in Baguio right now, hope to see you guys here. ✌️

@project_where Жыл бұрын

Oh no we left! Hope to see you back in Manila 🙌

@marcelinoabadilla6357 Жыл бұрын

'"PINIKPIKAN" is a famous recipe in the cordillera region which is a chicken with vegetable soup similar to tinola. The unique preparation is somewhat bizarre, and can be quite offensive to some animal lovers. It all starts by hanging the chicken by the feet and is beaten with a stick and is referred to as "pikpik" until its blood coagulates under the skin, and once the poor chicken is limp, a single hard blow to the head is delivered to end its life. Next, the chicken feathers is burned off in an open flame, and any remaining feathers is removed by hand. It is by this process that gives the distinct flavor of the pinikpikan. The chicken is then cut into pieces and cooked in a similar fashion to that of tinola.

@enimchar1183 Жыл бұрын

..Baguio weather now is not as cold as like Dec-January weather, its a little bit hot bcuz its summer season. But compare to Manila weather Baguio is way colder.

@abpantaleov Жыл бұрын

Welcome to baguio 🙂

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

Really welcome to Baguio City! The city of not Pines anymore because trees are everyday getting cut. Later we don't have trees anymore.

@kawaiipatata805 Жыл бұрын

Native chicken are small and kinda hard meat that is why but best for soups.

@HelloHuHoomansMabuhay Жыл бұрын

Flower festival is Panagbenga Festival with a parade

@maritesbon8256 Жыл бұрын

Local people of baguio are very nice and friendly it's just like now a days baguio is compost of mix people coming from other places.

@Thelostdino Жыл бұрын

Enforcers here in Baguio are really strict and we have a lot of strict rules here in Baguio. It's unfortunate that there were some miscommunications.

@renealcid6708 Жыл бұрын

Because it is not uniformedly followed in the entire Philippines. What do you expect from tourists that get used to chaotic cities like Metro Manila, Cebu and others and then suddenly have to adjust to another set of rules. Be like Singapore and not Hongkong. Put up signs and enforced the rules across the country. Stop bribes. Penalize both parties-the giver and the receiver.

@iceperez9370 Жыл бұрын

But still its wrong what he did to Justin

@Thelostdino Жыл бұрын

@@iceperez9370 but they violated the law. They are also in a very busy street so I get why the miscommunication happened.

@andimakan7779 Жыл бұрын

@@iceperez9370 tell Justin to post the unedited video please then I'll side with Justin but for now big NO since its edited. I believe our traffic enforcers are not really rude

@HelloHuHoomansMabuhay Жыл бұрын

Hi there, welcome to my country. Enjoy your stay, keep safe and have fun. ( TIP- dont ride in private vehicles offering for a ride,because its more expensive unless you are travelling with a Filipino friend and that friend knows the driver.

@axizcorp Жыл бұрын

Always bring 'Bonamine' medicine when going on long travel. If not always have something sweet like candies.

@eyeseeyu Жыл бұрын

Near MegaTower only walking distance find these 2 fantasy-like places secret hideout for mountain artists calle #ililikha and #OhMyGulay

@fortuneybiernas5778 Жыл бұрын

The traffic guys/coordinator comes in the scene when traffic volume is heavy. They override the time bound traffic lights.

@rdendelacruz4332 Жыл бұрын

There are 2 well known shawarma brand here in the philippines..... TURKS and SHAWARMA SHACK..... You can try those

@mrsgav6388 Жыл бұрын

u call that shawarma?

@kristovblue Жыл бұрын

I like Turks. I order there a lot. I think DAKS Shawarma has a more authentic taste though.

@oxoelfoxo Жыл бұрын

Traditional pinikpikan is made from native chicken, not broilers so it's less meaty and tougher. It doesn't look traditionally made because if it's beaten the meat gets kind of dark with blood coagulation. Did you get any etag in your portion? Maybe it was too small. Salt pork isn't something you make for the taste anyway---it's to preserve what you butchered. Anyway, Cafe by the Ruins is indeed quite pricey and not always worth it. I do like their camote bread.

@marietesavendano9217 Жыл бұрын

Thats how you cook tinola...with ginger

@jordanspanks6070 Жыл бұрын

that horn signals noon . ..and another horn for 6 pm

@jp95able Жыл бұрын

in vizcos you should try their strawberry shortcake. thats their best seller

@fiorehillaviaryandfarm1774 Жыл бұрын

That is not a culture rather an attitude issue. Public servants should have high level of calmness specially in tourist spot/destination. Baguio is tourist spot so expect tourist. Tourist posible not aware of rules. Hey justin, you can convert your bad experience to something positive. This video will get the attention of management and will help improve their services. After years you had been part of better baguio. Cheer up guys! This is like winning in lotto unfortunately the opposite side haha.