MANILA, Philippines — Kutsinta is a traditional steamed rice cake made with rice flour, brown sugar and lye. Often a partner to Puto, it is usually served with freshly grated coconut.

while plain puto and kutsinta cost P110 per kilo. Meanwhile, Raquel de Vera-Romero, a food stall owner, ensures her cooked meals stay fresh despite the heat by maintaining cleanliness and using fresh ...