Summer in the West Valley means backyard parties, graduation get-togethers, and family reunions — and Filipino food was made for exactly this. The big flavors, the party-tray format, the way everything lands on the table and disappears in twenty minutes. Here’s what to order when the guest list is long and the heat is real.
Pancit Bihon — The Crowd Pleaser
Pancit bihon travels well, holds its texture in the heat, and everyone eats it — including people who’ve never had Filipino food before. It’s loaded with vegetables and a little bit of everything, so it bridges the gap between adventurous eaters and picky ones. Order a full tray if you’re feeding more than 25.
Lechon Kawali — The Showstopper
Crispy pork belly with crackling skin. It comes out of the fryer last so it’s still hot when it hits the table, and the sound alone gets people excited. In Arizona summers, people want something substantial — lechon kawali delivers. It pairs perfectly with garlic rice and a drizzle of liver sauce.
Lumpia Shanghai — The Finger Food That Goes Fast
Every package includes lumpia for a reason. They’re bite-sized, they’re crispy, and they disappear faster than anything else on the table. For summer parties where people are standing, mingling, and grazing — lumpia is the perfect format. Our packages include 30 to 100 pieces depending on your guest count, and we’d suggest ordering up.
Adobo — The Reliable Anchor
Chicken or pork adobo is the dish that holds the whole spread together. It’s savory, it’s familiar enough for non-Filipino guests, and it reheats beautifully if anyone’s running late. In the heat of a Phoenix summer, a well-braised adobo is exactly what rice needs next to it.
What to Order for a Summer Party
For a backyard birthday or graduation with 25–40 guests, The Celebration package ($447) hits the sweet spot: rice, pancit, 3 entrees, and 50 lumpia. Pick lechon kawali, adobo, and one more — maybe bistek or dinuguan if your crowd is adventurous. That combination covers every type of eater at the table.
Text Anne at 602-345-1201 with your date and guest count and she’ll help you build the right spread.