This is a slight variation on my grandfather’s crumble recipe which was flour, sugar, butter and cinnamon, also totally delicious. Like all good recipes, they are ageless.

Soft, light muffins with a surprise custard and tamarillo centre. Buy or make a custard that is very thick for these muffins. The custard will be very runny when the muffins are hot but will firm ...

With heirloom recipes, modern trattorias and nostalgic ... the Espaghetti Malabon with tamarillo ketchup, gouda cheese and the orange-hued sauce the dish is recognized for; the Batangueño Guisado ...