Christmas is a bustling season that fills both our homes and our calendars in the blink of an eye. Amidst the flurry of planning menus, stretching budgets, and welcoming last-minute guests, there is always one special person—the punong-abala—working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure everything is magical for everyone else. Naturally, the handaan is an absolute cornerstone of Filipino Christmas traditions.
A Love letter for Punong-abalas
From nostalgic family favorites to must-have holiday dishes, food plays a vital role in bringing us together. However, preparing for these grand celebrations often demands immense time and effort. Fortunately, foodpanda steps in as an essential part of the host’s toolkit, offering a seamless way to secure meals and essentials while easing the burden of hosting.
As Patricia Jacinto, Growth & Marketing Director at foodpanda Philippines, aptly points out,
Christmas is one of the most anticipated celebrations for Filipinos, but for the people who take on the responsibility of bringing everyone together, it can also mean hours of preparation and making sure everyone is taken care of.”
Through the “Make Christmas Delicious” campaign, foodpanda aims to make home hosts feel truly seen and appreciated, giving them more moments to actually enjoy the festivities. Whether it involves having groceries delivered straight to the door or ordering delicious food for the handaan, foodpanda steps in to lend a helpful hand so that the hardworking host can finally relax and take their rightful seat at the table.
₱125 OFF Treats from Paupau
To make hosting even more effortless, foodpanda treats customers to ₱125 OFF eligible orders with the code PASKONA, available with varying minimum spends across selected restaurants. Moreover, this thoughtful touch allows hosts to effortlessly expand their holiday spread—whether adding another beloved family favorite, catering to unexpected guests, or simply saving precious time. Additionally, Red Ribbon Bakeshop sweetly supported the program by sharing its well-loved Chocolate Dedication Cakes with event participants. This cake also serves as the inspiration for Red Ribbon’s upcoming Holiday Chocolate Dedication Cake, a festive seasonal variation launching on November 11 and available on foodpanda. Ultimately, the goal isn’t to remove the host from the preparations entirely, but rather to ensure they never miss out on the joy of the celebration itself.
Spreading Cheer Beyond the Table
Beyond individual living rooms, the spirit of appreciation reaches deep into the communities that fuel the holiday season. Through initiatives like Pau-nalo Holidays, foodpanda honors its delivery partners with engaging digital games and trivia, on-ground pop-up treats during shifts, wish-granting initiatives under Pau-nalo Spotlight, and major prizes through a raffle. Furthermore, partnerships with national agencies, LGUs, local merchants, the private sector, and the academe bring holiday cheer across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao through medical missions, community feeding programs, in-kind donation drives, and employee-led volunteer days. Because the people who make Christmas special truly deserve to experience its magic firsthand.
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