A bold new look with the same iconic taste—Purefoods Luncheon Meat has gotten a makeover! The Filipino
Pantry classic levels up from round to its new square-shaped look, and it’s about to take center stage at
The flavor-packed event: The Square-Up Cook-Off!
Long a Filipino favorite, Purefoods is known to deliver delicious meals in minutes, which is a godsend for
busy individuals and families looking for a satisfying and tasty meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Whether you’re a busy mom planning meals for the family or a foodie looking for an easy but flavorful fix,
Purefoods Luncheon Meat’s signature taste has earned a place in countless Filipino pantries and dining
tables.
Purefoods Luncheon Meat goes with the times and adapts to the continuously evolving lifestyles of the
Filipino. That’s why Purefoods Luncheon Meat has leveled up into a bold, square-shaped can that is easier
to store, open, and enjoy, but with the same savory deliciousness you already know and love. It’s the same classic taste, but with a bold new look!
And to celebrate this new shape of deliciousness, Purefoods hosted the Square-Up Cook-Off last June
3, 2025, at Whitespace Makati — a flavor showdown featuring some of today’s most exciting content
creators and foodies. Taking the center stage were viral food creator Jujumao, stylish foodie duo Laureen
Uy-Cruz and Miggy Cruz and “Okay Na To” queen Grace TanFelix
The participants squared up in the kitchen with surprising, mouthwatering dishes using Purefoods Luncheon
Meat’s three variants:
● Classic —the original, savory, and flavorful luncheon meat that has been a Filipino households
staple
● Lite – contains 30% less salt & 35% less fat – perfect for those looking to satisfy their luncheon
meat cravings with less guilt
● Chicken – a delightful chicken-based luncheon meat that brings a unique aroma and flavor, offering
a lighter yet equally satisfying experience
The cook-off featured three unique and intense rounds where participants battled it out in the kitchen, with lively commentary, big reveals, and delicious drama on every burner.
Round 1: Appetizers
Light and creative starters using Purefoods Luncheon Meat as the highlight:
● Jujumao kicked off with a refreshing Summer Salad using Classic—a crisp, clean starter with
big flavor.
● Laureen & Miggy Cruz served a fun fusion with their Classic Pajeon-style Pancakes, bringing
Korean flair at the table.
● Grace Tanfelix spiced things up with a bold, Pinoy twist— Chicken Sisig.
Round 2: Main Course
Hearty meals that showed depth, plating, and creativity:
● Jujumao kept it fresh and satisfying with a Pesto Pasta using Chicken—a vibrant, herbaceous
dish with hearty bites.
● Laureen & Miggy Cruz dished out a cozy, indulgent Chicken Ramyun with Cheese, combining
spice and creamy texture.
● Grace Tanfelix presented a Japanese-inspired Classic Katsu Rice Bowl, a crunchy and
comforting favorite.
Round 3: Snacks
Quick snacks with a surprise twist and unexpected ingredients.
● Jujumao stunned the audience with a creative and crunchy Chicken Sando using Lite.
● Laureen & Miggy Cruz presented Lite Sushi Bites, a bite-sized, playful take on a classic.
● Grace Tanfelix served Lite Fritters (breaded style)—fun to eat and packed with umami.
At the end of each round, participants had under a minute to present their dishes and share the inspiration behind them, before the judges tasted and gave their scores. The participants were judged by esteemed culinary experts Chef Gene Gonzalez and Chef Pam Obieta.
Adding extra spice to the competition, 20% of the final score came from the audience! Guests had the
chance to taste the dishes and cast real-time votes via a QR-code powered app. Leaderboard rankings
shifted live, building suspense and excitement throughout the event.
The afternoon culminated in a flavorful finale—the awarding of the very first Purefoods Luncheon Meat
Square-Up Cook-Off Champion, crowned to Jujumao for his bold flavors and inventive use of Luncheon
Meat in every dish. Special awards were also given to honor standout moments in the kitchen: Most
Innovative Dish went to Jujumao’s creative Chicken Sando, and Best in Plating was awarded to the stylish duo Laureen Uy-Cruz and Miggy Cruz, and the Crowd Favorite was proudly claimed by Grace Tanfelix,
whose dishes won the hearts—and tastebuds—of the guests.
Deliciousness now comes in a new shape, squared up to match your ever-evolving lifestyle—easier prep,
modern packaging, and all the flavor you’ve always loved.
