Benguet is a landlocked province located in the Cordillera Administrative Region of the Philippines. Its capital is La Trinidad and it borders several other provinces. Benguet has a pleasant climate with wet and dry seasons. It is known for its natural beauty, including endangered species like the Worcester's Buttonquail and plants like the Philippine Lily. The author discusses a trip they took to Benguet and how understanding the local biome is important for their work in the culinary arts field.