Wednesday, December 31, 2008

The New Year in the Philippines!

Our author Karen Hulene Bartell continues our Filipino Menu Series by giving us a look into what festivities and foods have become a tradition in the Philippines on New Years Eve and Day!

On New Year’s Eve, Filipino families make as much noise as possible by lighting firecrackers, beating pans, and blowing horns or whistles until midnight. The Media Noche is a snack served at midnight.


Media Noche New Year’s Eve Snack
Biko
Sweet Rice
Salabat Ginger Tea


On New Year's Day, try something different. Roast a pig over hot coals and serve with traditional Pancit, Lumpia, and Adobo.
New Year’s Day Dinner
Whole Suckling Pig

Pancit
Canton or Noodles Cantonese Style
Lumpia Shrimp and Vegetable Wraps
Lumpia Sauce Pork
Adobo
Steamed Rice
Papaya Atsara
or Green Papaya Pickles
Flan
Sweet Potato Flan
Star Fruit
Picture courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

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