TASTE deep-sea crabs elevated
to culinary heights by the sauce
of Alavar.
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CURACHA
What is it
Deep-sea crab variety
found only in the waters
around Zamboanga.
It is cooked and served
with a savory sauce of
made from coconut milk
and an array of spices.
Best place to enjoy
Alavar Seafood Restaurant
in Zamboanga City.
Bring it home
Alavar sells its famous sauce
packed and frozen for easier
handling and transport.
How much
A kilogram of Alavar sauce
costs about Php250.
You can buy a kilo of
curacha at the Guiwan Market
for about Php450.
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