Why Noche Buena (Christmas Eve Dinner) Is The Main Course On Filipino Tables
Food is at the heart of Christmas in the Philippines, underpinning family ties and friendships during the festive season. From...
Why Christmas in the Philippines Isn’t Complete Without Bibingka
You’ve probably heard how Filipinos couldn’t imagine Christmas without Simbang Gabi (dawn mass). But actually, Simbang Gabi...
“Namamasko” – Asking for Love on Christmas Day
If Michael Jackson urged people to give love on Christmas day, a Filipino tradition encourages children to “ask for love on...
The AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines) Anniversary
On 21 December 1935, Manuel L. Quezon, the first Philippine Commonwealth president, renamed the Philippine Army into the Armed...
A Filipino Hero Honoured Around The World – Jose Rizal
Jose Rizal is one the greatest national heroes of the Philippines. Rizal Day is celebrated each year on the 30th of December to...