Christmas is right around the corner again! It's time to enjoy Noche Buena again where families assemble at a lovely Christmas dinner to indulge in a wide selection of perfectly delicious dishes. For us Filipinos, joyful family reunions and reunions are not complete without an excess of food on the table. It's a fact that it's technically difficult to finish all the dishes in one sitting, but hey, that's what makes us Filipino. As food lovers, we're bringing you the Noche Buena dishes that carry the gastronomic holiday experience to life!
Lechon - Without a question, the lechon is known to be the "greatest of all at any Christmas celebration. Usually, it is politely positioned in the middle of the Noche Buena table in a rather mouth-watering way. It's only fair to be ranked as the highest because this slow-roasted pig is filled with a flavor that will certainly carry you to taste buds of the stars.
Christmas Ham with Pineapple Glaze - This meal brings out the true essence of one's festive occasion. The Holiday Ham is a must-have addition thanks to the timeliness it adds to the table. The pineapple glaze is not only a perfect esthetic blend, it also matches the intense taste of pork.
Bibingka and Puto Bumbong - Simbang Gabi is usually where this dynamic duo is found. As a Filipino tradition, people giddily gather outside after mass to indulge to the warm welcoming whiff of these festive delicacies. Aside from church vicinity, this combo can always be indulged in one’s household.
Quezo de Bola - Every Ber-month, this red ball of happiness pops out of supermarkets and your local food stores. Cheese lovers never miss the opportunity to place the Quezo De Bola on the Noche Buena table. Sliced, diced or served whole, the Quezon De Bola can be mixed in with the many dishes of the holiday season.
Sikwate - What a better way to chill by sipping hot chocolate in the chilly season of Christmas. This drink is perfect to serve at family celebrations or barkada night-outs as you enjoy the day with long chats about the cozy embrace of hot chocolate. This drink gives every Filipino a great feeling of love while incorporating a tasteful experience.
Noche buena grocery packages come handy in some of Davao’s trusted online stores. For a quick and easy pandemic celeb must-haves, check out Malagos Homegrown Produce’s Christmas basket packages and grocery gift baskets where you will find bundles of joy containing signature Malagos products. Check them out at malagoshomegrownproduce.com.