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Take A Bite At Chitang's Torta From Argao

10/15/2017

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​The southern town of Argao is renowned for its heritage structures that have stood the test of time. Due to these structures, Argao has been considered as one of the heritage towns in the southern part of Cebu. But, Argao is also home to a number of delicacies that have been passed on from one generation to another. One of these delicacies is the torta. The name comes to mind when you talk about the torta of Argao is Chitang’s Torta.
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Chitang’s Torta – image source: Chitang’s Torta Facebook Page
Argao

The southern town of Argao is one of the oldest towns in the archipelago. Records show that it was among the first eight vicarages established in the country in 1599. It later became a mission pueblo or town in 1608. The town is has a rich culture, which has been preserved by residents through the years. Aside from the structures, a number of industries established during the time of the Spaniards still exist up to today. One of these industries is the torta-making industry.
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Chitang’s Torta – image source: Chitang’s Torta Facebook Page
Argao Torta

The torta of Argao is one of the most sought after delicacies in the island. The unique way of preparing the torta of Argao makes it stand out among similar products in the market. The torta is made using tuba or fermented coconut wine. It has given this native pastry the distinctive taste that tourists look for each time they visit the town. 
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Chitang’s Torta – image source: Chitang’s Torta Facebook Page
Chitang’s Torta

Chitan’s Torta started when the late Anecita “Chitang” Camello started selling torta in the town of Argao. She was the first one to commercialize the making of the delicacy in the market in the 1980s. The torta made by Chitang is among the many success stories in the town of Argao. It is already a household name and whenever one would talk about this delicacy, Chitang’s Torta would be the first name to come to mind. 
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Chitang’s Torta – image source: Chitang’s Torta Facebook Page
​When Chitang passed away in 2007, her son continued her legacy. Irvin enhanced the packaging of the torta and created a logo. He also started marketing the product online and he now gets reservations from people as far as the United States and Canada.  Chitang’s Torta is also available in a number of places in Cebu City, including the supermarket of Gaisano Metro Ayala and the Workplace Café along Ramos Street. 
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Chitang’s Torta – image source: Chitang’s Torta Facebook Page
​When Chitang passed away in 2007, her son continued her legacy. Irvin enhanced the packaging of the torta and created a logo. He also started marketing the product online and he now gets reservations from people as far as the United States and Canada.  Chitang’s Torta is also available in a number of places in Cebu City, including the supermarket of Gaisano Metro Ayala and the Workplace Café along Ramos Street. 
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Peanut Browas – image source: Lola Pureza Facebook Page
Other Delicacies from Argao

Aside from Chitang’s Torta, Argao is also home of Lola Pureza who established the same traditions used in creating the Peanut Browas, Cebu’s version of the Lady Fingers. In addition to the Peanut Browas, Lola Pureza also produces the Butterscotch and Toasted Mini Mamons. 
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Chitang’s Torta – image source: Chitang’s Torta Facebook Page
​Visiting the southern town of Argao not only gives tourists a glimpse of the rich culture of Cebu, it also offers a taste of the culinary heritage of the island. 

When was the last time you had Chitang’s Torta for merienda? Tell us about it on the comments section below.

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