Heaven's Cure Kalamay-hati

Kalamay-Hati [kä-lä-mai-hä-tî] is synonymous to holiday celebration and fiesta in Marinduque. This sweet condiment, which goes well with suman (sticky rice), has been a fixture of every table dating back to our great-great grandparents.

The culinary tradition has been passed along for generations; that's why we are very happy to share with you this delight from one of Nanay Toni's kitchen recipes. Our Kalamay-hati is made of fresh coconut milk, "matamis na bao" (solidified evaporated sugar cane) and soursop (guyabano). Most coconut jam sold in the market today are made of ordinary sugar. Matamis na bao is vastly superior because it retains the all- important vitamins and minerals that are lost during the refinement of sugar. With the known benefits of coconut milk and the silkiness of guyabano, this nourishing combination proves to be a winner.

Nanay Toni has been serving this kalamay-hati on our holiday table for decades and we hope that her unique way of cooking this scrumptious tradition becomes a fixture not only on your holiday table but on your everyday table, as well. Enjoy!