The Philippines is a country located in Southeast Asia. It got its name from King Phillip II of Spain, who was king during the Spanish colonization of the island. The Philippick Islands are also mentioned in the passage titled “The Royal Exchange” by Joseph Addison, which comments on England and its foreign trade in the 18th century. It refers to everything that England could gain through prospects with foreign countries. Specifically, the Philippick Islands are mentioned in regards to cuisine and is to give more taste to European dishes.

“The Philippick Islands give a flavour to our European bowls” (Addison).