Every afternoon, barbecue smoke fills the air of Philippine towns. It's snack time ("merienda").

The Brave Choice: Balut

A fertilized duck egg, boiled and eaten from the shell. It's a rite of passage for any visitor. Tips: Put lots of salt and vinegar, and don't look too closely at the duckling.

The Crowd Pleasers

• Isaw: Grilled chicken or pork intestines on a stick. Chewy, smoky, and best dipped in spicy vinegar.
• Kwek-Kwek: Quail eggs coated in orange batter and deep-fried.
• Banana Cue: Deep-fried bananas coated in caramelized sugar.