Mor&oacute;n, also called Mor&oacute;n Suman, is a popular rice cake from the Eastern Visayas, especially Tacloban City in Leyte and nearby provinces like Eastern Samar. It has been made for generations, usually during festivals, family gatherings, and special occasions.
Unlike regular suman, Mor&oacute;n adds chocolate&mdash;often from tablea or cocoa powder&mdash;giving the sticky rice a rich, chocolatey flavor. It is soft, sweet, and wrapped in banana leaves, making it not only delicious but also visually appealing. Mor&oacute;n Suman is best enjoyed with hot coffee or sikwate, the Filipino native chocolate drink.
Recently, Mor&oacute;n Suman has become trendy among young Filipinos. Food vloggers and social media users are sharing videos of the chocolate swirls, unwrapping the banana leaves, and tasting it for the first time. People also enjoy it as a snack, dessert, or pasalubong. Some add extra ingredients like peanuts, cheese, or more chocolate to make it even more exciting.
Mor&oacute;n Suman shows how traditional Filipino food can stay relevant. It combines heritage, flavor, and social media appeal, making it a favorite snack for many.