Huda Beauty, a makeup brand founded by United States-based makeup artist Huda Kattan, unveiled a new cosmetic line inspired by ube (purple yam), a staple root crop in the Philippines.

Ube seeds also began to crop up in seed catalogs in the United States, sometimes sold under the name "winged yam." Last but not least, the influx of Asian immigrants through Hawaii saw the arrival ...

Unknown to many, it is also home to different varieties of yam, locally known as ubi, widely known as ube in other parts of the country, a root crop that grows abundantly in the province.

In a medium nonstick saucepan or skillet over medium heat, cook ube halaya with condensed milk until thickened and jammy, 6-8 minutes. Add powdered milk, lime zest, salt and sugar. Continue ...