THE ORIGINAL ILOCOS EMPANADA IN MANILA (MANANG LULU'S)

From Laoag to Manila, this is Manang Lulu’s story of her famous Ilocos empanada. ♥️ We saw so many viral posts about this regional specialty online, so we decided to check out the hidden stall tucked along the streets of Sampaloc to find out how it's made. Each bite is rich, filling, and packed with different textures—perfect for a quick merienda or even a full meal for busy students and workers. Catch the full video on our YouTube channel now.