The observance of Lent in the Philippine culture mostly entails abstaining from meats during the Fridays of the Lenten season as a form of sacrifice.
However, not having meat opens doors for healthy alternatives. Boulangerie 22 and Epicurean Kitchen MNL have teamed up to offer a selection of goods that are prepared
In small batches using the freshest sun-dried, wild-caught herring seasoned with Marlborough sea salt, organic carrots, calamansi and spices in virgin olive oil. These products are produced free of gluten, peanuts, dairy, soy, artificial colors, flavors, preservatives and MSG.
Among are bottled Sardinas Espanola in Olive Oil, Gourmet Tuyo in Olive Oil, Gourmet Tuyo Picante in Olive Oil, Queso Blanco and Gourmet Tinapa which go perfectly with steaming rice, pasta or crackers.
“Available at any Boulangerie22 Branches in Muntinlupa, Quezon City, Makati, Pasay, Manila, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Taguig/BGC, Caloocan, Malabon and Sta. Rosa!
You may also order online via our delivery partners like Food Panda, Grab Food, MetroMart and PickARoo
” Remember, we only have limited stocks! Stay safe everyone,” it said on its Facebook page.

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