For many Filipinos, a trip isn’t truly finished without a pasalubong—small gifts such as local foods or handmade crafts for friends and family. These thoughtful tokens let travelers share a piece of their journey with loved ones.
At SM Kultura, selecting the right pasalubong can enrich your travel experience. The store offers a wide range of Filipino-made products, including regional snacks, handwoven crafts, and stylish accessories, all aimed at celebrating local culture and supporting small communities.
Flavors to bring home
When it comes to food options, SM Kultura offers a tempting array of choices for pasalubong. Favorites include the sweet and flaky piaya from Negros, dried mangoes from Cebu, and rich Malagos chocolates from Davao.
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For coffee lovers, robust kapeng barako from Batangas is available. Those focused on health can choose adlai grains, a nutritious, local alternative to rice. There are also gourmet bottled products, such as honey from Palawan, sinamak vinegar from Iloilo, and sukang Iloko from the north, which make great kitchen essentials for friends who love to cook.
These delightful items are elegantly packaged, making them ideal for gifting.
Crafts with a story
SM Kultura highlights the beauty of Filipino culture by offering a variety of handmade crafts and delicious food. Some key items include handwoven banig mats from Samar, elaborate t’nalak textiles made by the T’boli people, and cozy Inabel blankets from Ilocos. Practical and stylish accessories like rattan bags, solihiya purses, and pandan clutches are perfect for everyday use.
Fashion lovers will also find modern Filipiniana blouses and barongs that combine traditional patterns with contemporary styles, making them great for special occasions or thoughtful gifts.
Timeless Filipino jewelry
In addition, SM Kultura offers a stunning array of locally made jewelry that serves as meaningful gifts. This collection features delicate pearl earrings from Palawan, bold hand-beaded necklaces crafted by indigenous artisans, gold-plated bangles inspired by pre-colonial designs, and intricate brass accessories from Mindanao. Each piece is visually striking and rich in cultural significance, merging history, art, and craftsmanship.
These jewelry items are true wearable art. Whether you choose a statement necklace or classic pearl studs, they make memorable pasalubong for someone special.
Pasalubong with a purpose
Every purchase at SM Kultura carries sentimental value and supports local artisans, indigenous groups, and small businesses. The organization collaborates with these communities to preserve traditions and promote sustainable livelihoods.
A piece of the Philippines, wherever you go
Whether traveling abroad or returning to your province, SM Kultura facilitates the acquisition of something special to bring home. With locations in SM malls nationwide, you are never far from a meaningful pasalubong—one that embodies both the flavors and artistry of the Philippines.