
Challenge accepted: R'Bonney Gabriel speaks straight Filipino in new video
Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel granted an online user's request to speak in straight Filipino in one of her video posts. The Filipino-American b…
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – R'Bonney Nola, known for her work as a sustainable fashion designer, host, and model, recently delighted her followers with a mini-vlog from Baguio City, where she embraced local culture by speaking Tagalog and sampling traditional Filipino delicacies. The video, uploaded on July 12, 2025, captures Nola and a companion at a local eatery, embarking on a culinary adventure. Responding to a fan's request, Nola showcased her efforts in speaking Tagalog while trying various dishes. Their tasting journey included a rich hot chocolate from 'Choco-Late de Batirol,' a popular local spot. Nola rated the chocolate drink an 8.5 out of 10, noting its warmth and rich flavor. They also savored bibingka, a sweet rice cake, which Nola rated an 8, appreciating its authentic taste. A highlight of their food exploration was the turon, fried banana rolls, which they enjoyed with a chocolate drizzle. Both Nola and her companion gave the turon an 8, praising its delightful combination of flavors. The most intriguing dish they tried was champorado, a chocolate rice porridge, served with crispy dilis (fried anchovies). While Nola's companion gave the champorado a 7 and the dilis a perfect 10, Nola rated the champorado an 8, expressing her preference for the savory dilis alongside the sweet porridge. The duo's playful interaction and genuine reactions provided an engaging look into Baguio's culinary scene.
Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel granted an online user's request to speak in straight Filipino in one of her video posts. The Filipino-American b…