I would hear that same recording blaring on a mini-speaker at noontime each time I’d go to my old office. “Lumpiiiiaaa! Lumpia kayo dyan lumpia!” or “Come and get your lumpia!”. I finally timed it right today as I rushed outside the gate to catch the lumpia vendor almost at the end of the street. I desperately clapped my hands thrice, and as if by some wonder—he looked back and turned his bike around. This was a quick and delicious lunch on the go: crispy fried spring rolls filled with vegetables and a spicy vinegar dipping sauce.