The Department of Trade and Industry has released its 2025 Noche Buena Price Guide to help Cebuano families prepare for holiday meals with better planning and clearer budgeting. The list features updated prices for common Christmas staples found in stores across the country.
Ham Choices for the Holiday Table
Ham remains a key centerpiece, and prices vary depending on size and type:
- American, Brick, Pear-Shaped (500g–800g): ₱170 – ₱367
- Whole Meat, Sweet or Piña, Hawaiian (800g–1kg): ₱345 – ₱637
- Noche Buena, Jamon de Bola, Fiesta, Festival (850 g–1.5kg): ₱325 – ₱945
Dessert Essentials and Add-Ons
Holiday desserts rely on ingredients that remain budget-friendly for most households. Fruit cocktails (432g–836g) range from ₱61.76 to ₱94.41, while Nata de Coco is priced between ₱52.50 and ₱62.50. Kaong falls within ₱76.50 to ₱84, completing a typical Filipino fruit salad.
Cheese and Keso de Bola Selections
Cheese products appear with varied sizes and prices, providing options for different recipes:
- Cheddar, Cream Cheese, Quickmelt (45g–900g): ₱16.50 – ₱310
- Keso de Bola / Edam (300g–750g): ₱210 – ₱470
Mayonnaise and Spread Varieties
These items are essential for salads, sandwiches, and dressings during the holidays.
- Regular mayonnaise (80ml–700ml): ₱20.40 – ₱245
- Chicken, Ham, Tuna, Bacon spreads (80ml–470ml): ₱38 – ₱263.60
- Pimiento and Original spreads (24g–440g): ₱12 – ₱195
Pasta and Sauce Staples for Noche Buena
Pasta dishes remain among the most affordable and versatile holiday options.
- Spaghetti (175g–1kg): ₱27 – ₱116
- Macaroni (200g–1kg): ₱24 – ₱128.15
- Spaghetti Sauce and Carbonara (200g–1kg): ₱25 – ₱108.25
- Tomato Sauce (115g–1kg): ₱16.75 – ₱92.25
- All-Purpose Cream (110ml–410ml): ₱36 – ₱72
The updated price guide serves as a helpful tool for families planning festive meals while keeping expenses manageable. With a clear overview of staple items, Cebuano households can make wiser choices and enjoy a well-prepared Noche Buena celebration.
