11 Exciting Food Updates to Elevate Your Family Gatherings This Festive Season

As families in the Philippines embrace the festive spirit of gatherings and reunions this November, it’s the perfect time to explore delicious food updates that can make your holiday celebrations even more special. From comforting classics to innovative snacks, here are five noteworthy offerings from beloved food brands that will enhance your family feasts and celebrations.

1. Pancake House Catering: Celebrate with Ease!
   
   Let Pancake House Catering handle the meal planning for your holiday gatherings. Their catering service offers a variety of iconic dishes, from pancakes to savory favorites, all served with exceptional service and no hassle. Available within Metro Manila, these convenient packages let you focus on enjoying the moment with loved ones.
2. Pancake House Opens at SM Southmall: A Cozy Dining RetreatPancake House’s newest location at SM Southmall is the perfect spot for a family meal this holiday season. Featuring vintage-inspired interiors and the comfort food you love, it’s ideal for cozy breakfasts, lunches, or dinners after shopping. The new branch brings all the warmth of home with every bite of their signature dishes.
3. Introducing Alaska Fruitti Yo!: The Perfect School Snack
   
    Keep your kids energized during the festive season with Alaska Fruitti Yo!—a yogurt-flavored milk drink that’s about to become a favorite in their lunchboxes. With exciting flavors like strawberry, green apple, and the new orange variant, this drink adds a burst of fun to meal breaks, making it a great addition to holiday lunches or school parties. Enhance your child’s baon with practical tips: pair it with sandwiches or fruits for delicious combos, use cookie cutters for fun shapes, prep meals the night before to save time, involve your kids in the decision-making process, and include surprise treats to brighten their day. Available for just Php 9.00 SRP, Alaska Fruitti Yo! is an affordable, nutritious option for parents looking to keep snack time fun during this busy season. 
4. Gift with Pride This Holiday Season: Luxury Hampers from Dylan Patisserie
   
   
   The holiday season is synonymous with thoughtful gifting, and Dylan Patisserie and Gourmet Café has you covered with luxurious gift hampers perfect for family and friends. These beautifully themed baskets are not just gifts; they are expressions of love and appreciation, filled with delightful treats like cookies, chocolates, premium nuts, and pastries. Dylan’s hampers, such as the Yuletide Hamper and the Festive Hamper, are uniquely designed to embody the spirit of the season and can serve as elegant centerpieces at family gatherings or thoughtful gifts to share with loved ones. For those planning early, special discounts are available for bulk orders—ideal for sharing the joy of the holidays with everyone. 
5. Stress-Free Meals with Magnolia Chicken Timplados
   
   
   This holiday season, make mealtime stress-free with Magnolia Chicken Timplados. With ready-to-cook options like Chicken Inasal, Cheesy Chicken Fingers, and Oriental Wings, you can serve up flavorful dishes in no time, letting you focus on enjoying the festivities without the hassle of meal prep.
   
6. Pancake House Welcomes the Holidays with the Return of the Bibingka Pancakes
   
   
   Pancake House is bringing back its limited-time Bibingka Pancakes, a modern twist on the beloved Filipino rice cake. With fluffy pancakes topped with queso de bola and salted egg, plus a side of muscovado sugar and coconut, this seasonal treat captures the spirit of Filipino holiday traditions. Available from November 1 to December 31 for only P189.
   
7. Your Next Fitness Activity May Be Filled with Goodness: Almond Koka Partners for the Goodness Everywhere RoadshowAlmond Koka partners with fitness studios across Manila to bring you the Goodness Everywhere Roadshow. From November to January 2025, enjoy Almond Koka’s almond milk while participating in fun fitness challenges at Soulspace Yoga, Onelife Studio, and Play Padel Philippines. It’s a great way to stay active and energized this holiday season.
   
8. Shapps! The Gen Z Slang Now Part of Pocky’s CelebrationCelebrate the holiday season with the Gen Z-inspired slang “shapps,” courtesy of Pocky. Created from their tagline “Share Happiness,” the term is a fun way to spread joy, whether you’re sharing a snack or enjoying family moments. Join the #PockySHAPPSCha11enge on TikTok and show off your happiest moments for a chance to win prizes.
   
9. Lucky Me! Noodle Factory Reopens for the Kids and the Kids-at-Heart The Lucky Me! Noodle Factory reopens for educational tours, offering kids and families an interactive behind-the-scenes look at how your favorite noodles are made. From meeting the Lucky M mascot to watching the production process in action, it’s a fun, free, and educational experience for noodle lovers of all ages.
10. Krispy Kreme’s OG®️ Card Introduces a Points ProgramKrispy Kreme sweetens the deal for loyal customers with their new OG®️ Card Points Program. Now, every purchase brings you closer to rewards like free doughnuts, beverages, and exclusive merchandise. For every P50 spent, members earn 1 point, with perks ranging from free doughnuts to a Krispy Kreme Doughnut Tower. The OG®️ Card also includes ongoing benefits like free doughnuts for birthdays and special promotions. Get your OG®️ Card for P235 at Krispy Kreme stores nationwide or online.
11. Holiday merriment in a pint: Own the holiday season with classic and holiday flavors from Carmen’s Best 

     

    Celebrate the holiday season with Carmen’s Best, offering a range of special gift bundles and festive ice cream flavors to make every moment extra special. Whether you’re planning a cozy date night with rich Dark Chocolate and Strawberry, gathering with family over a Merry Medley of Salted Caramel, Malted Milk, and Brazilian Coffee, or bringing delight to a holiday gathering with a mix of Salted Caramel, Malted Milk, Strawberry, and Dark Chocolate, there’s a perfect option for every occasion. For those who prefer lighter treats, the Keep Things Lite bundle features refreshing Strawberry, Mango, and Mixed Berries, while the Cups of Christmas Flavors provide a convenient, festive snack for your barkada. Looking for the ideal gift? Carmen’s Best offers limited-edition pints like Jolly Ol’ Eggnog, Merry Mint Chocolate, and S’mores The Merrier—made with 100% fresh milk and all-natural ingredients from Laguna. Each bundle comes beautifully packaged in a limited edition Christmas bag, making it an easy and delicious way to spread holiday cheer with your loved ones.

This festive season, these ten updates from your favorite food brands provide plenty of options to keep your family gatherings delicious and memorable. Whether you’re dining out, packing lunches, gifting treats, or preparing meals for reunions, there are endless ways to celebrate the joy of togetherness and create cherished holiday memories.