Published January 24, 2022
Written by Booky Team
Tikoy or nian gao is made from glutinous rice cake and the Chinese believes it symbolizes good fortune in all aspects of life and creates a healthy bond within and among family members as well as in relationships.
The name nian gao also means “getting higher on year” in Chinese. The Philippines since the dawn of time has cultivated rice as its staple food like the Chinese. The Chinese sticky rice called Nian Gao has found its Filipino counterpart in “Tikoy” (from the Cantonese term “Ti” and “Ke”, meaning sweetcake. This sticky food is served during Chinese New Year to promote “togetherness of the family” throughout the year.
Chinese New Year is fast approaching. Our friends from Booky.ph recently came out with a listicle on where to purchase Tikoy and we’re happy to know that The Manila Hotel is one of them. In fact, we’re the first on their list.
According to Booky.ph, The Manila Hotel’s fine offerings of handmade tikoy, the best gift for friends and family this Chinese New Year. Their variations include the Almond Round Tikoy and the Red Bean tikoy–both of which will leave your taste buds satisfied!
You may order these tikoy flavors by calling our hotline at 85270011 or 09989501912.
