October 10, 2026

South Asian and Middle Eastern-styled versions of this dish surged in popularity in Manila in the 2020s, served by both high-end restaurants and working-class eateries, while a distinct regional style is popular in the Palakkad and Coimbatore regions of South India. What is this layered rice dish?

A Biryani
B Pilaf
C Risotto
D Congee

Manila and Palakkad are both tied to Biryani. South Asian and Middle Eastern biryani surged in Manila in the 2020s, popularized by Indian Filipinos, other South Asians and returning Overseas Filipino Workers, while a distinct regional style is popular in the Palakkad and Coimbatore regions.

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