. This rice cake is traditionally cooked outside churches on Simbang Gabi, the 9-day novena masses leading up to Christmas. There is a distinct aroma as the rice cakes are cooked in clay pots ...

For those who have never tried Filipino food, Reyes described it ... She remembered what the Christmas season meant for her growing up. "We have something called Simbang Gabi, so it's midnight ...

Also chief among Filipino culture and traditions at Christmas – and really any time of year – is the food. “Without food, there would be no get-together,” said Boothby, who worked for 30 ...

"We wanted to celebrate the way of eating and feeling you get with a Filipino vibe, a happy Christmas feeling with food that is all about sharing," he explains. "Using your hands to eat is a very ...

That’s because many Hispanic and Filipino communities ... fireworks light up the night sky on Christmas Eve. What are some traditional Nochebuena foods, and do they vary by country?

This food is usually eaten with family after Christmas mass. 2. Bibingka Cake from the Philippines This cake is a type of wet cake made from rice flour. Bibingka cake is made from rice flour mixed ...

This special will take you on a cultural journey showcasing the rich Filipino community and their Christmas traditions, food, and music. For more information visit paskofromHawaii.com or on social ...

The Filipino Christmas Market runs Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 45-02 23rd Street in Long Island City. Visitors can enjoy traditional Filipino foods like Ube Pianono, a Swiss roll ...