foodpanda saying , “PASKO NA, WE GOTCHU!”
Did you know that when the ber-months arrive, Filipinos
automatically switch flip and start celebrating Christmas feels? Yes, you read
it right. It’s a four-month-long or possibly five-month celebration in the
Philippines.
It starts with the sweet scent of bibingka and puto
bumbong warming the air of Simbang Gabi. It’s the streets glowing with vibrant
lights, homes overflowing with Christmas cheer, and food becoming the non-negotiable,
heartwarming center of every celebration. This is when our loved ones come
home, OFWs, students, and workers returning, making every shared meal into a
cherished, unforgettable family moment.
With the long list of expenses for gifts, gatherings, and decorations,
Filipinos have mastered the art of the sulit celebration: maximum joy, minimum
gastos. The Filipino Christmas has always been defined by duskarte
(resourcefulness) and creativity: planning early, perfecting potlucks, and finding
smart ways to make the season lighter on the wallet but just as full of joy. Because
for us, the magic isn’t in how grand the feast is, but in how full the table
feels with laughter, love, and the people who matter most.
