Food
A creamy, caramel-topped custard made from egg yolks, condensed milk, and evaporated milk.
What is Leche flan?
This month marks the start of the Christmas season, which is famously known for its extended festivities that run through the New Year.
What is September?
1994 hit by Mariah Carey, known for its upbeat tune and catchy chorus, has become a holiday classic in the Philippines.
What is "All I Want For Christmas Is You"?
This savory-sweet centerpiece, often glazed with pineapple, honey, or brown sugar, is a festive staple on many Christmas tables.
What is "(Christmas) Ham"?
Filipino tradition honors deceased loved ones with visits to cemeteries, candle lighting, and special prayers, often followed by family gatherings and feasts.
What is Undas?
This traditional Filipino practice involves receiving small gifts or money from family and friends after performing Christmas carols.
What is "Aguinaldo"?
A colorful medley of canned fruits, sweetened cream, and sometimes cheese or gelatin.
What is "(Fruit) Salad"?
This nine-day series of early morning or evening masses, starting on December 16th and leading up to Christmas Eve.
This Filipino singer-songwriter, often dubbed the "King of Christmas Music" in the Philippines, is renowned for his classics like "Christmas in Our Hearts."
Who is "Jose Mari Chan"?
Baked in clay pots lined with banana leaves topped with salted egg and grated coconut.
What is "Bibingka"?
The number of circular fruits needed as a good luck charm as the new year approaches.
12
A material, often made with thin metal, used to create home-made tambourines to be used during Christmas carol.
What is "Tansan"?
This rich, purple-hued rice cake made with glutinous rice and coconut milk is steamed in bamboo tubes and served hot
What is "Puto Bumbong"?
A safe type of firecrackers that you can just throw in the floor to make it explode.
What is Pop-pop?
Each year, most Filipino television stations release music songs during the Christmas season.
What is "Christmas Station ID"