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Superfood UBE

Known scientifically as Dioscorea alata, Ube belongs to the Dioscoreaceae family — an ancient lineage of yams that has nourished generations across Asia.

Native to Southeast Asia and deeply rooted in the Philippines, this violet-hued tuber embodies both origin and evolution: a humble crop that rose from tropical soil to global acclaim.

The quiet luxury of the tropics

A root that wears its royalty in color. Beneath its regal violet skin lies a velvet sweetness — an orchestra of vanilla, earth, and quiet indulgence. Once reserved for celebrations, this humble tuber graced both gold-rimmed tables and street corners, binding generations through the ritual of halaya.

Ube is where science meets soul — antioxidant-rich, naturally vibrant, deeply cultural. A superfood that carries both heritage and modern nutritional value, bridging ancestral wisdom and contemporary wellness.

Internationally, chefs use Ube for its natural coloring and depth of flavor — from pastries and gelatos to lattes and savory fusions.
Its visual luxury has made it a trend in fine patisserie, vegan wellness menus, and premium food gifting.

Today, science affirms what tradition has long known. Brimming with anthocyanins, fiber, and essential vitamins, Ube fortifies the body while indulging the soul. It is nourishment and nostalgia entwined — a superfood born from ancestral soil, refined by time, and reimagined for the world’s most discerning palates.

A taste of culture — timeless, refined, and unapologetically Filipino.
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