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December 01, 2020 Danilo Atienza 31st Death Anniversary Commemoration – Batangas Province
Here are the following Emergency Hotline Numbers in Batangas City for your reference:
| Landline Number/s | Mobile Number/s | |
| Bureau of Fire Batangas City | (043) 301 7996 | |
| BFP Alangilan Substation | (043) 702 1973 | |
| Batangas City Police Station | 043) 723 2476/ (043) 723 2030 | 09164291515 / 09989673414 |
| Hospitals: | ||
| Batangas Medical Center | (043) 740 8307 | |
| Jesus of Nazareth Hospital | (043) 723 4144 | |
| St. Patricks Hospital and Medical Center | (043) 723 7089 – 92 | |
| Golden Gate General Hospital | (043) 341 3112 | |
| Batangas Healthcare Specialist Medical Center | (043) 741 2088 | |
HISTORY
Lando’s Eatery and Lomi House started in the garage of the parents of the owner 15 years ago. They served noodles (pansit) and lomi (a filipino dish made with a variety if thick fresh egg noodles of about a quarter of an inch in diameter,soaked in lye water to give it more texture).
Eventually,they moved to national highway of San Antonio San Pascual to cater growing number of customers each day. They added several menu and other variety of pansit in different sizes to serve the request of customers.
For 15 years,it was managed by Ms. Adora Agbay and the late Mr. Rolando Agbay and currently managed and owned by their son Marc Roland Agbay.
Lando’s was named after the late Mr. Rolando Agbay and its success continuous because of the non-comparable taste of pansit and lomi with the others. They have their own recipe and sauces which is combined with 4 different sauces and they are not using monosodium glutamate (vetsin) in any food in their menu. From pansit and lomi they cater ready to eat food due to customer’s request.
Lando’s preserved it’s identity of pansit and lomi for 17 years, this means, the owner is planning of adding branches to reach other customers and enjoy the taste of original lomi and pansit of province of Batangas.
Lando’s were very thankful to the decades of support from loyal customers and promise to continue the service to all of Batangueños. They can assure the customers the consistency of the taste of their pansit and lomi which let them came back.
Food Menu
ABOUT
Isa sa dinarayo at binabalik-balikan ng mga tao sa San Antonio,San Pascual Batangas ay ang pinagmamalaking Lomi ng Lando’s Eatery. Bukod sa napakasarap na kanilang bersyon ng lutong lomi ay napakalinis at napakaganda din ng serbisyong kanilang ibinibigay sa mga kostumer dito. Isa ding tampok na pagkain dito ay ang kanilang pansit na talaga namang babagay sa panlasa ng kahit na sinong makakatikim nito.
Maliban sa lomi at pansit, meron din silang iba’t ibang putahe na maaari mong mabibili.Hindi lang sila malinis sa pagkain maging ang lugar ay kanilang pinapanatiling malinis.
| Lomi | Regular | Special |
| Solo | 70 | 100 |
| Jumbo | 110 | 160 |
| Mami | Regular | Special |
| Solo | 60 | 90 |
| Jumbo | 110 | 150 |
| Chicken | 70 | 150 |
| Guisado | Regular | Special |
| Miki | 80 | 110 |
| Miki Bihon | 80 | 110 |
| Miki Spicy | 80 | 110 |
| Bihon | 80 | 110 |
| Canton | 120 | 150 |
| Canton Bihon | 120 | 150 |
| Sotanghon | 120 | 150 |
| Tapsilog | 75 |
| Chicksilog | 75 |
| Beefsilog | 80 |
| Hotsilog | 50 |
| Fried Chicken | 90 |
| Liempo | 100 |
| Chopsuey | 100 |
| Lumpiang Shanghai | 50 |
| French Fries | 30 |
| Cheese Burger | 40 |
| Hamburger | 35 |
| Halo-Halo | 50/60 |
| Bilao | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
| Miki | 350 | 450 | 600 | 800 |
| Bihon | 350 | 450 | 600 | 800 |
| Miki-Bihon | 350 | 450 | 600 | 800 |
| Canton | 400 | 500 | 650 | 850 |
| Canton-Bihon | 400 | 500 | 650 | 850 |
| Sotanghon | 400 | 500 | 650 | 850 |
| Spaghetti | 400 | 500 | 750 | 900 |
Jenerick Resort is now looking for the Hotel & Resort Operations Manager!
Qualifications are the ff:
- Candidate must possess at least Bachelors/ College Degree in Hospitality/ Tourism/ Hotel Management or equivalent
- At least 2 year(s) of working experience in the same field
- Basic Computer Navigation Skills
- Good Command in the English Language
- Wide range of Marketing Ideas and Inputs
Prerequisites:
- Available to work when needed including weekends, holidays and nights.
- Will be assigned in Jenerick Resort at Laurel, Tanauan City, Batangas.
Interested applicant may apply to Jenerick International Manpower Inc. Located at 1779 Dian St. corner Casino St. Palanan, Makati City and look for Jeco Mayandoc.
Jenerick Resort
Your one-stop relaxation destination, Where Family and Friends can all enjoy.
Situated just outside Metro Manila, Jenerick Resort is a great getaway resort for holidays and even quick weekend getaways when you just want to unwind, spend time with family and be one with nature.
With less than one and a half hours of travel time from Metro Manila, you are transported to the picturesque city of Tanauan Batangas. Blessed with fresh air and lush farmlands, Jenerick Resort is the heart of Batangas’ leisure and recreational sports.
About the Owner
Jenerick Resort is owned by a couple originally from Tanauan, Batangas where the business derived its name.
At first, the idea of the property is for their Family gatherings only, until such time, there are inquiries outside asking if the resort is open for accommodations and that leads to the expansion of the resort idea into a business.
About the Business
Jenerick Resort is a budding gem of resorts located at Brgy. Laurel, Tanauan City in Batangas that specializes in events, team buildings, and company outings. Just an estimated 20 minutes drive from the city center to its location, Jenerick Resort boasts of fun and thrill-filled activities that welcome kids and kids-at-heart.
In the face of Jenerick Resort’s lavish facilities and surroundings, it remains an affordable resort in Batangas, having a wide range of accommodations and facilities that everyone can enjoy.
Jenerick Resort Fun Amenities and Special Features
The place is complete with pools, kitchen, basketball courts, badminton nets and a spacious area filled with cool mountain breeze that makes going back home a difficult decision.
Jenerick Resort caters huge events by its two function halls and open deck areas. Everyone can also check-in to Jenerick Resort’s 4-storey high hotel that views from the center of the mountain ranges of Sto. Tomas City, Mt. Makiling, and Tagaytay City. Choose among its VIP, and Deluxe rooms and Dormitory type rooms that are best for couple, barkadas, company outings or family trips. There are also more to choose from with poolside view rooms like cabins, apartelle-types, and hut-types.
Celebrate exclusively with friends and Family
Jenerick Resort also offers a private pool package, where you can choose either day or night tour. You can also book our Pavillion, official venue area and rooms for private events and parties that will surely suit your needs.
The Best of Jenerick Resort
We’re not just your ordinary resort. We provide plenty of amenities where everyone can have fun!
- Outdoor sports activities
- Enjoyable kiddie pool
- Free Wi-Fi
- Basketball and Bowling
- Dart and Billiards
- Karaoke
- Inflatable Slides
- Giant Bubble Ball
- Adult Pool
(Public and Private)
- Different cottages available for rent
- Relaxing rooms
- In-house stores
- Savory, delicious food
- Private halls for events
The freshest private resort in Tanauan, Batangas, we aim to please so that people can spend most of their time relaxing and unwinding from the stress in the city.
Our top-class service and facilities ensure that you can have the perfect weekend getaway
Rooms:
Deluxe Room
Our Deluxe Room is a great choice for relaxing with a loved one. The spacious room has a double-sized bed, perfect fit for two people who want to escape the city.
VIP Room
Our VIP Room is the largest room you can book at our resort. More spacious than our deluxe, the room has a queen-size bed, its own bath, a view picturesque view of the scenery.
Dormitory Room
Our Dormitory Room is the best choice for the big groups and companies who want to have a day out of the city. Breathe in the fresh air with our wide balcony and have a change of view from the scenery.
Cabin Room
Our Cabin Room is a choice for taking time off and having your own quiet time. The Cabin is separate from the rooms at the resort and is tucked away into the back part of the resort.
Elitista Salon is an exclusive hair and make up salon located at Burgos Street, Batangas City which provides quality and affordable beauty treatments accompanied by elite professional service. We are here to give our clients the ultimate and personal experience in pampering themselves with our services. Our mission is to give happiness, satisfaction and exceed client expectations after they experience our services. We are proudly Batangueño Salon eyeing to deliver no boring hair and makeup to people in Batangas and neighboring cities and municipalities.
[gallery columns="2" link="file" ids="45235,45239,45240,45241"]We are committed to performing our craft exceptionally well and continually striving to improve ourselves by studying the latest trends and attending seminars both in-salon setting and professional beauty services.
Company Profile :
Elitista Salon started giving professional, elite and affordable beauty treatments since October 8, 2015, up to present and started to rise against well-known brands and salons in Batangas City.
We wanted customers to feel elite with our services at an affordable price for the masses. We wanted to bring the same service that only elites can afford at an affordable price and we are proud and happy that our customers are satisfied with the service we gave as they walk out of our salon. Most of our clients are from word of mouth and returning clients from neighboring cities and even from Manila and we are always been so happy serving our fellow Batangueño clients because people of Batangas are naturally beautiful on the inside and out and it’s our duty to unleash that beauty inside.
[gallery columns="2" link="file" ids="45249,45250"]We are open from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm from Monday to Sunday to cater to busy working persons. We also have parking spaces for vehicles beside Hebrews.
Elitista Salon is currently expanding its salon and aiming to open a new branch and offer it’s exclusive and personal services at Lipa City Area. Our mission is to give a personal elite service to each client. We do believe that we do have different tastes and style and we wanted to make our services personalized. We formed a Glam Team from the best of the best local Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist here in Batangas who aims to deliver and exceed the client’s expectations from what he/she wants.
To accomplish our mission we offer a wide range of services, here is the list of our services :
Hair Cut (Creative, Senior, Junior)
Eyelash Extension/Perming
Eyebrow Threading
Hair & Makeup
Shampoo with Blow-Dry or Iron
Hair Treatments (ACAI B.B, ICURE BLOWOUT, KERATIN, REGULAR HOT OIL, SILK MASK, ESSENSITY MASQUE, HAIR SPA, IONIC KERATIN, BOWL SPA, SCALP SCRUB)
Contact Details :
Address : P. Burgos St. PoblacionII, Batangas City
Landline : 0437862017
Mobile : 09159859158 | 09228120129
Email : cristyalcazar14@gmail.com
Luks Lofts Hotel & Residences
Escape the hectic city life by experiencing a luxury stay on a high-technology hotel providing advance and exceptional amenities just within your reach. Enjoy the unforgettable experience your accommodation has to give you.
“Luks” is the Turkish translation of Luxury and the term “Lofts” describes the high-tech urban-chic rooms being offered at the state of the art 5-star luxury hotel. Luks Lofts Hotel & Residences started operations and services in 2016. It is owned by Ma. Bernadeth Baco and Turkish-American business partners. Its concept is one of a kind, introducing a unique brand of products and services ensuring guests of memorable luxury experience.
About the Business
[gallery ids="51927,51932,51922,51921,51928"]Luks Lofts Hotel and Residences is a luxury hotel located at Lukslofts Bldg., Joseling Road, Pallocan West, Batangas City. It is known for being the first high-tech hotel in the Philippines that is already evident from the hotel’s exterior and interior design.
The hotel celebrates its marque on technological advancements as it is one of their foremost appealing factors. The advanced features of the hotel include keyless face biometrics access, motion-sensing doors, digital lights, indoor elevated jet pools, private sauna plus several more state of the art amenities. The hotel boasts of their drive for constant innovation and relentless efforts to set new standards in Luxury Accommodation.
Luks Lofts Exceptional Amenities
[gallery link="file" ids="51929,51926,51925,51869,51867,51874"]Luks Lofts Hotel and Residences has 11 Lofts, including 2 Loft types, the Luxury lofts that can accommodate 6 guests and Honeymoon Lofts that can accommodate 2 guests. Each loft has jet pools (22ft.long and 4.5 deep) with pumps and adjustable temperature and private saunas for relaxation, walk-in closets, full kitchen equipment, living and dining room, an entertainment area that is either an air hockey or a billiard table.
Luks Lofts Advance Features
Luks Lofts Hotel and Residences is very proud of its automated doors, digibutler system that gives convenience for guests’ food orders, room housekeeping, lights control, and exit door controls. They also have face biometrics for room access.
[gallery link="file" ids="51931,51930,51932"]Other Facilities and Services
*Luks Cafe and Bar that offers a wide variety of delicious and healthy local and intercontinental cuisines with a big range of drinks and selected wines.
*In-room Spa Services
*Chauffeur
*Laundry
For the past two years of operating, guests have nothing but positive reviews towards Luks Lofts Hotel and Residences. The hotel guarantees an extravagant and unforgettable experience from reservation to check-out.
Luks Loft Hotel and Residences wants to provide guests an exceptional and memorable stay in their lofts, enjoying luxurious services offered with the best feeling of convenience.
| Loft Types | |
| Luxury Loft | Honeymoon Loft |
| 10 units, approximately 85sqm/915sft. | 1 unit, approximately 100sqm/1077sft |
| Inclusions : | Inclusions : |
| (2) Queen Bedroom | Private 4.5ft deep Elevated Jet Pool |
| Private 4.5ft deep Elevated Jet Pool | Private Sauna |
| Private Infrared/Lava Rock Sauna | 1 spacious bedroom with Jean-Paul Gaultier bed (Roche Bobois) |
| Complimentary Mini-Bar | Billiard Table |
| Network Controlled Doors | Sofa set wrapped in a silk cover |
| Power Control System (lights and appliances automation through the smart device) | Network Controlled Doors |
| Digi Butler | Digi Butler |
| 100% Memory Foam Mattress | Choice of Dinnerware (Versace or Hermes) |
| Complimentary WIFI access | Complimentary WiFi access |
| Cable TV and Unlimited Free HD movie access | Cable TV and Unlimited Free HD movie access |
| Fully equipped kitchen | Fully equipped kitchen |
| Free Parking | Free Parking |
Spoil your taste buds, appreciate more of the Filipino menu with a touch of Arabic flavors just within the town.
A unique food menu with distinct taste is served at this one of a kind coffee shop in Batangas City, where you can enjoy home comfort with cozy ambiance plus the great food and sips.
About the Owner
Ms. Princess Karina Villena together with her partner, Roland Rosales, aBatangueno Couple owned and conceptualized this coffee shop. They both work in the Middle East for years where most of their bonding time is spent in trying different restaurants to eat and have some coffee.
That leads to an idea of turning their love for coffee into a business where they would also love to invest their time and love for food.
To know more about coffee and stuff, they attended classes and search for potential suppliers and convert all of their ideas into realities, until Brewista is introduced. The Middle East’s influence reflects the concept of their cafe and food but not invalidating the locals.
[gallery link="file" ids="51963,51965,51969,51967,51968,51966"]About the Business
Brewista Coffee and Hookah Lounge, a Filipino food resto with a touch of Middle Eastern Cuisine is located at the heart of QV Plaza at Pallocan West, Batangas City a commercial building within a walking distance from the SM City Batangas. It was introduced to the public last June 23, 2018, and It operates from 10 am to 12 midnight.
Being the first combined concept in town, Brewista lets the customer experience the middle east feels through their menu, store concept that convey the quality of special coffee served with a twist and the Shisha (or Hookah) that is popular in that country which serves as the owners’ second home.
*Outsourcing local products to local potential suppliers and giving an avenue to local performers.
Despite being a combined concept coffee shop and restaurant Brewista, particularly its owners, support our Locals by outsourcing products from them. Their Bread and Pastries are homemade, baked by working home Moms. Other display products at their store are also outsourced locally.
Their acoustic stage and sing along area is open for local bands who used to go here and play music, Not limiting their performing time.
[gallery columns="4" link="file" ids="51976,51977,51972,51971,51969,51973,51974,51975"]Special Features of Brewista
√ First in Batangas City to introduce the use of metal straw on drinks.
√ All ages are welcome here, with entertainment stuff like board games, coffee books, sing a long area.
√ Meeting place for business purposes.
√ Brewista is also the first coffee shop to offer authentic Turkish Coffee. It is not just a coffee shop but also a restaurant that offers a wide selection of food menu.
√ First Coffee Shop in Batangas City with Shisha (or Hookah).
Hookah Flavors :
Lemon
Vanilla
Pomegranate
Gum w/ Cinnamon
Mojito
Mint
Grape w/ Mint
Two Apples
Peach
Plum
Gum w/ Mint
*You can also avail 5 peso discount on your chosen drinks by bringing your own Tumbler.
This very first branch of Brewista is a fruit of humble beginnings with love and hard work of the owners. Their staff here are very accommodating, serving customers on their very best of work.
Home comfort and taste of something new are Brewista’s promise to its dear customers.
Brewista is having its second branch!
Ms. Princess is very glad to announce that their coffee store with hookah concept will have its second branch at Sabang, Lipa City and will be brewing soon.
Best of Brewista Coffee and Hookah Lounge
Known for a distinct taste of their Menu, here are some of Brewista’s best Filipino food with foreign influence.
Lakatan Croquettes
Cheese Coffee
Tropical Fusion
Iced Espasol
Tapsilog Croque Madame
Buko Pie Crumble
Minced Tapa Rice Bowl
Tuna Mousse and Biscotcho
Salmon Salad with Toasted Linga Dressing
Strawberry Banana Fruitee
Poached Chicken in Asado Sauce
| Brewista Coffee and Hookah Lounge Menu | |
| Brewiccino – Brewista Special Frappes | Fruitees |
| Classics | Over Iced | Ice Blended |
| Coffee Based | Strawberry |
| Mocha | Green Apple |
| Vanilla Bean | Kiwi |
| Salted Caramel | Lemon |
| Minty Oreo | Passion Fruit |
| Non-Coffee Based | Gourmet |
| Pure Vanilla | Coffee Based |
| Strawberry Cream | Cookie Dough |
| Cookies and Crea, | Oh My Oreo |
| Skinny Peppermint | Java Chips |
| Brewista Espresso and Brew | Caramel Pop |
| Espresso and Brew | Mudslide |
| Espresso | Brownie Temptation |
| Macchiato | Non-Coffee Based |
| Caramel Macchiato | Sunrise Blends |
| Choco Con Panna | Mango Graham |
| Caramel Con Panna | Tropical Passion |
| Sparkling Espresso w/ mint (iced) | Strawberry Shortcake |
| All-Time Favorite | Cinnamon Toast |
| Brewed Coffee | Toffee Nuts |
| Cafe Au Lait | Banana Split |
| Cafe Latte | White Matcha |
| Cafe Americano | Matcha Oreo |
| Cappuccino | Organic Tea ( Pot or Tea Bag) |
| Signature Drinks | Jasmine |
| Turkish Coffee | Hibiscus |
| Traditional w/ cardamom seed | Chamomile |
| Milk-Based | Earl Grey |
| Mocha Au Lait | Anise |
| Butter Brew | Morrocan Mint |
| White Cafe Bombon | Ginger |
| Monkey’s Cappuccino | Natural Green Tea |
| Black and Tan Latte | Organic Mint |
| Happy Hazel | Kid’s Choice Non-Coffee |
| Barako Fluffy | (Hot or Iced) Add 10php for Ice |
| Ice Brewko | Milk |
| Flavored Latte | Chocolate |
| Vanilla Latte | Hot Only | Submarine (Chocolatey) Flavors to choose from : |
| Mocha Latte | Toffee Coffee Twist |
| Mocha Mint Latte | Caramel |
| Matcha Latte | White Choco |
| Cardamom Milk Tea | Beers |
| Iced Cardamom Spiced Latte | Tiger black |
| Spiced Latte | Tiger Crystal |
| All-Time Favorite Pasta | Heineken |
| Meatballs spaghetti | Corona |
| Chicken Pesto | Stella Artois |
| Tuna Pasta | Smirnoff |
| Creamy Carbonara | Hoegarden |
| Rice Bowls | Wine |
| Pork Rice Bowl | Merlot |
| Chicken Rice Bowl | Sauvignon |
| Tuna Rice Bowl | Shots |
| Extra Fried Rice | Black Label |
| EGG add ons (1pc) | Water |
| Chicken | Evian |
| Spicy Chicken with Wedges | Philly Sandwiches |
| Honey Mustard with Wedges | Philly Roasted Pork Cheesesteaks |
| All Day Breakfast & Sandwiches | Philly Beef Sukiyaki Cheesesteaks |
| Big Brewista Meal | Chicken Parmigiana |
| Club Brewistawich | Snacks : |
| WBE- waffles, bacon, eggs | Fries |
| Brewitoas | Wedges |
| Pulled Pork | Nachos |
| Tuna Sandwich | Fish and Chips |
| Grilled Cheese | |
| Beef Quesadilla | |
| Cubano Panini |
Octadix Diner is a brand new restaurant that serves Freshly Baked Goodies and Best Selling All-Time Favorite Filipino Dishes located at E.A. Malabanan Bldg., Mabini St. Brgy II, Batangas City.4 It offers a wide variety of menu from classic rice meals, ala carte filipino dishes, pasta and shakes. You will be surprised that they offer affordable menus which is already inclusive of drinks.
Company Profile
After establishing Kitty Cut Hair and Nails Beauty Salon and Spa – the Hello Kitty themed Salon and Spa in Balagtas, Batangas City, Ms. Kat, the proud owner decided to create another business out of another thing that she really loves, YES! FOOD! Octadix Diner is a Rustic Styled Nature themed restaurant that would fill in your stomachs with All-Time Favorite Filipino Dishes. The restaurant’s name came from combinations of Octa (Greek-Latin Word for EIGHT) and Dix (French word for TEN) which are both notable dates for Ms Kat. Ms Kat by heart is a natural master baker who loves to bake for her friends when they have gatherings at her home. Some of them really loves it and asked her if she could take orders. She’s also a food lover and often travel from resto to resto to take a taste of their best selling food and she try to create her version of it at home.
Octadix Diner, offers affordable menus which is already inclusive of drinks from classic rice meals, ala carte filipino dishes, pasta and shakes.
| Rice Meals: (All served with side dish and iced tea) | Price |
| Chicken Inasal | 119 |
| Chicken Kebabs | 119 |
| Chicken BBQ | 119 |
| Grilled Pork Teriyaki | 119 |
| Grilled Pork Belly | 119 |
| Grilled Prok BBQ | 119 |
| Pork Kebab | 119 |
| Lechon Kawali | 119 |
| Beef Burger Steak | 89 |
| Rice | |
| Octadix Special Rice | 129 |
| Java Rice | 29 |
| Plain Rice | 19 |
| French Fries | 49 |
| All Day Breakfast: | |
| Tapsilog | 69 |
| Longsilog | 69 |
| Shangsilog | 69 |
| Pasta: (Served with Grilled Bread) | |
| Classic Spaghetti | 69 |
| Chicken Carbonara | 69 |
| Pansit Canton | 79 |
| Bihon Guisado | 79 |
| Ala Carte (good for 2-3 pax) | |
| Fried Chicken | 159 |
| Garlic Chicken | 179 |
| Pork Sisig | 139 |
| Crispy Karekare | 169 |
| Crispy Binagoongan | 169 |
| Lechon Kawali | 159 |
| Lumpiang Shanghai | 149 |
| Chopsuey | 139 |
| Pinakbet | 139 |
| Sandwiches: | |
| Octadixclubhouse | 79 |
| Tuna sandwich | 59 |
| Grilled bread | 29 |
| Drinks: | |
| Milk Shakes | 89 |
| *Oreo Cheesecake | 89 |
| *Vanilla | 89 |
| *Chocolate | 89 |
| Ice tea | 29 |
| Ice tea | 39 |
Basically, Octadix Diner is also a combination of Tasty Baked Pastries and Cakes and Ms Kat’s recreation of her Favorite Food. Octadix Diner recently open their first branch at E.A. Malabanan Bldg., Mabini St. Brgy II, Batangas City last August 20, 2017 and it’s been a blockbuster since day 1. Octadix is open from 9am to 8pm from Monday to Sunday. After enjoying their tasty food, you can also take instagramable photos inside the resto since every corner of the place is a work of art. From Japanese Tables, Nature Painted Walls, Frames, Good Lighting etc you can really have your best photos for your social media accounts.
Christmas in the Philippines celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ who, according to Biblical tradition, was sent by God to save people from sin and death. The holiday is held every 25 December.
The Christmas season in the Philippines is summed up in three words: faith, family and food – with the three intertwined in almost every event. Masses are held in churches leading up to Christmas Day, with many feasts held alongside them. The length of the season varies: Christmas can last from a few weeks to a few months. Christmas carols are played in the shopping centres and malls from as early as September until well into January.
A clear sign the Christmas season has truly begun is the hanging of star-shaped lanterns called parol in every public space and household. The parol, representing the Star of Bethlehem, is unique to the Philippines and is as quintessential to the season as Christmas trees and fake snow are to the Western cultures.
In the week leading up to Christmas, a series of masses called Misa de Gallo are held late every night. On Christmas Eve, there is (you guessed it) another mass held at midnight helpfully named, “Midnight Mass”, followed by a traditional family feast called Noche Buena running well into the early hours of Christmas morning.
A Christmas lunch is prepared for extended family where they open presents, eat, play games, sing karaoke, and eat some more. Older members of the family are revered and traditions, such as Pagmamano (taking the older family member’s hand and gently placing it on one’s forehead as a sign of respect), are practiced. The day ends only when people are too full to eat or are obliged to go to another household to eat some more.
Christmas in the Philippines celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ who, according to Biblical tradition, was sent by God to save people from sin and death. The holiday is held every 25 December.
The Christmas season in the Philippines is summed up in three words: faith, family and food – with the three intertwined in almost every event. Masses are held in churches leading up to Christmas Day, with many feasts held alongside them. The length of the season varies: Christmas can last from a few weeks to a few months. Christmas carols are played in the shopping centres and malls from as early as September until well into January.
A clear sign the Christmas season has truly begun is the hanging of star-shaped lanterns called parol in every public space and household. The parol, representing the Star of Bethlehem, is unique to the Philippines and is as quintessential to the season as Christmas trees and fake snow are to the Western cultures.
In the week leading up to Christmas, a series of masses called Misa de Gallo are held late every night. On Christmas Eve, there is (you guessed it) another mass held at midnight helpfully named, “Midnight Mass”, followed by a traditional family feast called Noche Buena running well into the early hours of Christmas morning.
A Christmas lunch is prepared for extended family where they open presents, eat, play games, sing karaoke, and eat some more. Older members of the family are revered and traditions, such as Pagmamano (taking the older family member’s hand and gently placing it on one’s forehead as a sign of respect), are practiced. The day ends only when people are too full to eat or are obliged to go to another household to eat some more.
The Philippines celebrates New Year’s Day with a public holiday every 1 January, as does most of the rest of the world. However, the celebrations really begin on New Year’s Eve and reach a high point with the turning of the clock from 11:59pm on 31 December to midnight on 1 January. Somewhat unusually, New Year’s Eve is also an official holiday here.
Fireworks, good food and good company, New Year’s resolutions, and greeting cards are all a part of the celebration in the Philippines. Attending midnight mass on 31 December is a practice of devout Roman Catholics. Firecrackers and loud noises are traditionaloy thought by some to scare off evil spirits, and leaving doors and windows open is supposed to let the good luck come in.
Parents may tell their children to jump as high as they can at midnight to help them grow taller. Others don polka dot clothes to make the new year more prosperous. And some put 12 fruits on display to symbolise the 12 disciples.
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The EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary occurs every 25 February in the Philippines. It commemorates the peaceful demonstrations that occurred in 1986 and led to the overthrow of the corrupt rule of President Ferdinand Marcos.
All Souls’ Day is a day of alms giving and prayers for the dead. The intent is for the living to assist those in purgatory. Many western churches annually observe All Souls’ Day on November 2 and many eastern churches celebrate it prior to Lent and the day before Pentecost.
Bonifacio Day is a national public holiday every 30 November in the Philippines to celebrates the birthday of one of the country’s greatest heroes, Andrés Bonifacio.
Born on 30 November 1863, Bonifacio is considered as the Father of the Philippine Revolution against Spanish colonisation. He, along with some others, started a movement known as the ‘Katipunan’ in 1892. The Katipunan was a secret revolutionary society that instigated military revolts against the Spanish colonisers.
Bonifacio became the Katipunan’s military leader and the president of the revolutionary government, which (according to some historians) makes Bonifacio the first president of the Philippine Republic. Bonifacio and the Katipunan recruited many citizens to their cause, eventually becoming the most prominent revolutionary force the Spaniards had to face.
However Bonifacio’s leadership was contested by some others, and in particular, Emilio Aguinaldo. After a series of leadership challenges and internal rifts, Aguinaldo violently took over the revolutionary forces and unjustly ordered Bonifacio to be tried and executed under the guise of treason.
Bonifacio Day is held every 30 November, or the Monday nearest this day to create a long weekend. Unlike the main national hero, José Rizal, Bonifacio Day is celebrated on his day of birth, rather than his day of death. This is because Bonifacio was killed by his fellow countrymen, rather than at the hands of foreign colonisers.
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