Pasalubong Shopping in Tagaytay

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When it comes to shopping in Tagaytay, visitors should not expect any malls or shopping establishments as none of those can be found in the city. Rather, a more distinct alternative to shopping for clothes is shopping for pasalubong or souvenir items instead.

Pasalubongs are gifts given to a family member, relative or friend by someone arriving from a trip. Pasalubongs have always been a strong Filipino tradition that give a gesture of care and hospitality despite being miles apart. It’s a simple way of saying that that the traveler remembered you despite being on vacation. Pasalubongs need not be extravagant gifts, but a small gift is considered most appropriate.

Because Tagaytay is not famous for their shopping malls, here is a list of the best pasalubong items to give when shopping in Tagaytay for yummy eats instead:

Fresh Pineapples – Pineapples are abundant around Tagaytay. The trick is to buy along the roadside vendors that sell these fruits as the farmers themselves will be selling their famed product. These are significantly inexpensive than the ones being bought from the local market.
Buco Pies and Tarts – These are signature Tagaytay pasalubong items with layers and layers of real coconut flesh slices with every bite. Make sure to buy the famed Collette’s Buco Pies and have your share of buco tarts from Rowena’s or Amira’s.
Pink Sisters’ Angel Cookies – These are all-time favorites of those who frequent Tagaytay City as the Sisters of the convent make the cookies themselves. Buying cookies from the Pink Sisters will also be a way to contribute in helping to maintain the convent and in support of their charities and efforts in helping the public.
Good Shepherd Convent Ube Jam – Although originally from Baguio City, the Tagaytay City Good Shepherd counterpart offers the best goodies as the original one does. Their ube jam is delectably delicious and is a favorite pasalubong item. Quality is assured in each ube jam as the jars still remain uncapped upon purchase. Expect a short spiel from the nuns as they explain how long to wait before sealing the jars.
Steamed Peanuts – Opt for some steamed peanuts found at the Mendez Station but beware though as these peanuts are extremely addictive. Munch on some while touring around the city in the car or take a bunch home for pasalubong.
Fresh fruits and Vegetables -Small shops line the main Tagaytay highway with fresh fruits and vegetables that are the best in quality. Tagaytay fruits and vegetable are known to be extremely fresh because of the crisp cool weather that enhances is flavor and features. Feel free to stop by along the sides of the road and have your share of the variety of fruits and veggies.

There are still many more delicious munchies all around Tagaytay just waiting to be discovered, so be adventurous and explore when shopping in Tagaytay for pasalubong items. In the meantime, stick to these tried and tested pasalubong goodies that definitely assure you with the Tagaytay satisfaction mark.