Filipino Christmas Traditions
What is Simbang Gabi
The McCallisters travel to this city for Christmas
What is Paris
The shape of this Christmas candy is said to represent a shepherd's crook of the letter "J" for Jesus.
What are candy canes
This evergreen plant is commonly decorated with lights and ornaments in homes at Christmas.
What is a Christmas Tree
Filipinos decorate homes with this star-shaped lantern
What is a parol
These three words are what best describe the Grinch, "and I quote"
What are STINK, STANK, STUNK
Edible houses with candy decorations are made from this traditional baked substance
What is gingerbread
These are hung on the mantel, waiting to be filled by Santa with small gifts.
What are stockings
Auntie Benning is famous for making this dessert
What is puto
Buddy's four main food groups include candy, candy canes, candy corns, and this
What is syrup
Visions of these holiday treats danced in the heads of the children "nestled, all snug in their beds."
What are sugarplums
A popular activity where family or friends draw names and exchange gifts, often with funny or quirky rules.
What is Secret Santa
Christmas season in the Philippines often starts on this date, marking the beginning of the Christmas season.
What is September 1
The Wet Bandits are made up of these two burglars
Who are Harry and Marv
This beverage giant was the first company to use Santa Clause in an advertising campaign
What is Coca-Cola
What is caroling
This greeting means "Merry Christmas" in tagalog
What is Maligayang Pasko
The best way to spread Christmas cheer... finishes with these words
What is "singing loud for all to hear"
This warm, sweet drink is often topped with whipped cream or marshmallows and is a favorite treat on cold winter days, especially around Christmas.
What is Hot Chocolate
What is Midnight Mass