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Fill your christmas feasts with these top 10 tried and tested food items
It’s the holiday season once again. Time for Christmas dinners, reunions, and family gatherings. And I must say that it is rude to go to any of these gatherings empty-handed, especially if someone is hosting. Be a classy and gracious guest. Bring something fabulous that everyone can enjoy. Here are ten food items that your friends and family would be glad to see you bring for the holiday's festivities.
NAWWTY’S KITCHEN’S APPLE AND SAUSAGE STUFFED ROAST PEPPERED TURKEY
Turkey is not only for Thanksgiving but for the rest of the holiday season too. Moist, tasty, and roasted to perfection, this Turkey comes with luscious sides of whipped mashed potatoes, haricot verts, carrots, cranberry, rustic trimmings of sage and garlic, and finishes with an old fashioned gravy and turkey au jus. This will set the tone for every occasion this holiday season.
For inquiries, contact them at +63918 998 7474 or +63906 217 6497, or email at
XÁNCHO'S PASTA ALL’UBRIACO
I’ve always been a fan of Chef Marco Rodriguez. This season, his holiday food items are definitely worth ordering and sharing with friends and families. One of them is the Pasta All’Ubriaco or what they call Tuscan drunken pasta, cooked al dente. Seasoned in red wine until they have taken on a deep purplish hue, it is topped with thick-cut bacon, pine nuts, and pecorino. For sure, the evening will be merrier with a serving of this dish. For inquiries, call via mobile phone at +63917 8307020 or +63917 505 45 72.
SPOONS OF MAGIC’S BAKLAVA
I love pistachio, and this baklava has generous amounts of California pistachio nuts. This makes it sinfully delicious at every bite. The crust is flaky and buttery, and every bite will blow you away. With just the right amount of sweetness, anyone will be delighted to see this on their holiday spread. For inquiries, visit their website at
GROM GELATO
Finally! This gelato from Italy has is now n Manila. Dubbed the best gelato in Italy, it can be found in Grom Gelateria, where they are packed in tubs. Happily it is now also available in local supermarkets. This authentic gelato will surely satisfy those with a sweet tooth, and is very creamy and tasty too! With four delectable flavors—Cioccolato, Pistacchio, Stracciatella, and Crema di Grom, each one is my favorite so buy all four.
GROM is available at leading supermarkets.
ARTISAN CHOCOLATES FROM THEO & PHILO
As a chocolate lover, I’m truly impressed with this Filipino brand and their artisanal chocolate bars. They are created meticulously using nothing but high-quality ingredients and world-class craftsmanship. My favorites are the 65% Dark Chocolate Labuyo Chili and the Milk Chocolate with Philippine Nut and Pinipig.
THEO AND PHILO is located in leading supermarkets, Bo’s Coffee branches nationwide, and other partner stores.
NAKED PATISSERIE’S CHOCOLATE OREO CHEESECAKE TRUFFLE
Rich and creamy: Two adjectives that best describe this killer bite. Each piece of heaven is dipped in premium dark chocolate with moist oreo cheesecake filling that you can't help but selfishly indulge in. Not only that, they look pretty, finished with decadent white chocolate and an edible gold crust.
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TASTE BY GRACE HOME ORGANIC PORK BELLY HAM
This pork belly ham is marinated for 3 days, cured and smoked. Soft and tasty, every bite is a treat. The taste of herbs and spices give you a delectable holiday ham that is truly enjoyable. It’s organic, preservative-free, all-natural, and absolutely delicious. What more can you ask for?
For inquiries, contact them via text or Viber at +63906 361 8374, or email at
CASA DAZA BY CHEF SANDY’S EMPANADAS
Since I was young, I’ve always loved empanadas. And because of that, I’ve tasted different types from different countries and different regions of our country. And I must say, Casa Daza’s Empanadas is one of the best, if not the best, out there. The dough is baked perfectly-crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with just the right amount of sweetness. The meat, whether it is chicken, pork, or beef, taste very good! I’m not a fan of potatoes and green peas in this pastry, so I was grateful to discover this empanada lacks those ingredients. Rest assured that it is full of meat inside.
CASA DAZA BY CHEF SANDY is located at UP Town Center, Katipunan Ave., Quezon City
LA NUOVA PASTELERIA’S TRUFFLE CREAM CHEESE DIP
The first time I discovered this dip, I couldn't get enough: I put it on bread, use it as pasta sauce, and dip my favorite chips in it. It is that addicting. Tasty, rich truffle goodness that you can smell and taste. Control yourself, otherwise, you will finish a jar in one seating.
LA NUOVA PASTELERIA is located at San Antonio Plaza, 15 McKinley Road, Forbes Park, Makati City
MOLOKO COOKIE’S NY-STYLE CHIP N’ CHUNX
This is the best chocolate chip cookie I’ve ever tasted. And that is a matter of fact. Scrumptious and worth every bite, you can surely skip your diet for this cookie. It’s so worth it. Even non-cookie lovers will love this. Extremely chewy and chocolatey, I'd like to think I've yet to find something better than this cookie. Give love and give this on Christmas day. For inquiries, contact them via text, Viber, or WhatsApp at +63917 866 4309.