Chinese exotic foods such as soft-shell turtle and tortoise meat can be savored in Binondo.

Part of Binondo's rich history are the Chinese delicacies, especially the authentic, exotic Chinese cuisines such as frog and softshell turtle meat. But is it safe to eat them? In the previous episode of "I Juander," it featured the restaurant Arthur Z, located in Ongpin, whose customers are Chinese making their dishes authentic. Their spices reportedly came from China. Some of the most popular dishes in their restaurant are traditional Chinese cuisines such as salt and pepper frog, and adobo softshell turtle or turtle. Dr. Romulo Bernardo, a wildlife expert, clarified that softshell turtle can indeed be eaten. "Softshell turtles have been introduced here as a food source. They are farmed for food. Softshell turtles are considered invasive species. That means they multiply rapidly and have become a pest," said Bernardo. Aira Gonzales, a registered nutritionist and dietician, said that softshell turtle is a good type of meat. "According to some research, the softshell turtle, ...