Filipino Christmas Music
What is the traditional song being used in Christmas carols in the Philippines?
Ang Pasko ay Sumapit
What holiday dish is made by mixing malagkit rice with thick coconut milk and sugar, then cooked until it forms a sticky, thick mass?
Biko
This is usually done by children to roam house to house and sing in exchange of candy/money
Carolling
Which international singer is becoming a meme of 'starting to unfreeze' the moment the christmas season begins
Mariah Carey
What sweet Filipino dish is made from mashed sweet potatoes combined with coconut milk and sugar, then wrapped in banana leaves and steamed?
Halaya
A nine-day series of Masses attended by Filipino Catholics in anticipation of Christmas. It is similar to the nine dawn Masses leading to Christmas Eve practiced in Puerto Rico called Misa de Aguinaldo.
Simbang Gabi
What Filipino artist is considered the "Father of Philippine Christmas Music"?
Jose Mari Chan
What is the name of the wooden whisk used to mix a traditional Filipino drink made of native hot chocolate? (tsokolate)
Batirol
One popular Christmas tradition event among Filipino families, especially among friends and coworkers through gift giving
Monito Monita
Which Filipino Christmas song reflects the yearning of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to come home for the holidays?
Pasko Na Sinta Ko
What Filipino dessert, typically served during Noche Buena, is made from sweetened coconut, candied fruit, and gelatin cubes?
Kalamay
The lavish feast is held to welcome in Christmas Day with many people waking up to attend it. Huge amounts of food are prepared together with, the actual feat of cooking the meal being as much a part of the tradition, as the eating.
Noche Buena
Which Filipino Christmas carol mentions “Malamig ang simoy ng hangin” in its opening line?
Kumukutikutitap
What Filipino dish made of grated cassava, coconut milk, and sugar is steamed and shaped into small servings for Christmas feasts?
Buchon
As many Filipinos are Catholic, the Christian nativity story is a core part of the Christmas celebrations. Intricate sets are created from porcelain or even recycled material. The key setup consists of baby Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. The Three Kings feature in many of them, as do all sorts of barn animals, although they aren't a necessity. Angels often flank the outside, and the whole setup is lit by twinkling lights.
Belen