As Filipino households prepare for Christmas, many have already planned their Noche Buena and Christmas Day menus, allocating budgets and assigning the family’s culinary expert to lead the kitchen.
Actress Judy Ann Santos, recently named UFC’s culinary ambassador, shared her 12-meal Christmas lineup, featuring traditional favorites like Christmas ham, crispy pork belly, Pinoy-style spaghetti, lumpiang Shanghai, truffle galantina, and ensaladang talong.
She also included modern twists and side dishes such as baked oysters with laing and cream cheese, macaroni salad, potato salad with longganisa, and relyenong bangus, while desserts feature leche flan and buko lychee.
Beyond the feast, Santos emphasized moderation, healthy eating, and the joy of sharing meals with family and friends while enjoying holiday films, including Metro Manila Film Festival entries.
The season highlights not only festive food but also the warmth, blessings, and togetherness of family gatherings.
Source: PhilNews24 | December 24, 2025
