Lumpia and halo-halo dishes to explore by Updated Jul 27, 2022, 11:07am PDT | Oming’s Kitchen by Updated Jul 27, 2022, 11:07am PDT Filipino cuisine is a blend of colonial and cultural influences. With its roots in Indigenous culture, Filipino cuisine draws influences from a wide range of culinary traditions including Spanish, American, Japanese, Chinese, Malaysian, and Indian traditions. As such, the Filipino flavor profile is sweet, sour, and salty—a combination that’s complex yet inviting.