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| Bringing the Flavors of Home to you. (L-R) Hervy Nicholas, IKEA Sales Leader, IKEA shopkeepers Nerie Loquillano and Grace Ante, actress and host Dimples Romana, Grace Tanfelix, Icoy Rapadas, and Mitch Ngo (@thechinitafoodie) at a live cooking demo showcasing dishes for the holidays. |
Christmas in the Philippines radiates the soul of the Filipino people—a vibrant tapestry of family, faith, and shared joy. Whether gathered in a humble provincial home, where laughter mingles with the aroma of freshly steamed bibingka and puto bumbong, or in a bustling condo in Manila, where platters of ensaymada and pandesal pass from hand to hand, the heart of the season beats strongest at home. It is here, amidst clinking glasses and shared stories, that generations unite to craft memories as rich as the feasts on their tables.
Recognizing this cherished tradition, IKEA Pasay has embraced the spirit of Filipino Pasko by turning the spotlight on kitchens and dining spaces—the true stages of holiday magic. At its Flavors of Home Festival, IKEA celebrated the irreplaceable role of cooking, feasting, and togetherness, inviting families to reimagine their homes as havens of warmth and connection.
The festival ignited with a lively convergence of culinary enthusiasts and design aficionados, all united by a single mission: to elevate the art of home celebrations. Social media stars Icoy Rapadas, Grace Tanfelix, and Mitch Ngo (@thechinitafoodie) brought the sizzle to the stage, transforming IKEA’s cookware into holiday masterpieces during a dynamic live demo—proving that lechon-level feasts and kakanin-inspired desserts are within reach for every home chef. Meanwhile, acclaimed interior designer Elle Uy transported guests into enchanting kitchen and dining vignettes, weaving IKEA’s festive collections into spaces that sparkled with both practicality and yuletide charm.
From the clatter of pots to the clink of glasses, IKEA Pasay’s festival didn’t just showcase products—it celebrated the Filipino kitchen as the soul of the season, where every simmering pot and crowded dining table tells a story of love, legacy, and the unbreakable bonds of pamilya.
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Ready for the holidays. Foodie creators (L-R) Grace Tanfelix, Icoy Rapadas, and Mitch Ngo (@thechinitafoodie) whipped up delicious dishes using kitchen and dining products, and ingredients from IKEA. |
As a highlight of the event, guests were treated to a beautiful serenade by singer-actress Angeline Quinto, who did a rendition of Sharon Cuneta’s “Bituing Walang Ningning.” With sustainability being a core value of IKEA, the song is a tongue-in-cheek reminder to not waste food by taking home leftovers – or in Filipino terms, “balutin” or “i-Sharon.” Plus, in true Filipino Christmas tradition, the IKEA store was enveloped with joyful songs courtesy of the philharmonic orchestra.
“The Filipino way of celebrating the season is centered on family and food at home. IKEA wants to make it more special with our affordable kitchen and dining range,” says Hervy Nicholas, IKEA Philippines Sales Leader. “That’s what drives us at IKEA: the joy we get from seeing people from all walks of life enjoying our pieces that are functional, beautiful, sustainable, and affordable.”
A Christmas-ready kitchen
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Stylish ideas for your Christmas decor. (L-R) Actress and host Dimples Romana, interior designer and content creator Elle Uy, and Kit Agoncillo, IKEA Social Media Manager get cozy in a studio-type showroom with holiday-themed home pieces. |
Budget-conscious Filipinos who want to get their kitchen and dining table ready for all the cooking and feasting ahead will discover the joy of stress-free cooking with IKEA’s ANNONS, a five-piece stainless steel cookware set with glass lids. At only P699, it’s one of the store’s bestsellers — and don’t forget to grab a matching stainless steel trivet or two to protect your counter and table at only P69.
For those long stews and sauces, check out the non-stick KLIPPFISK sauté pan with lid (P1,999. If you’re on the lookout for reliable frying pans, there’s the IKEA 365+ stainless steel frying pan (P999); the non-stick TAGGHAJ frying pan (P299). For a quick stir-fry when friends suddenly call that they’re coming over, the HEMLAGAD wok with lid (P999) will do the job, while the HEMLAGAD over-stove grill pan will take care of steaks and barbecues. And because cooking in December means you’re on a tight clock, the six-liter IKEA 365+ pressure cooker (P3999) is indispensable for Sunday beef nilaga when the extended family is coming over.
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Prepping for dinner. Interior designer and content creator Elle Uy inspires with an inviting dining setup. |
A table set for togetherness
After the cooking comes the best part of the feast: eating! From the busy kitchen to the calm dining room, IKEA makes the shift seamless (and coordinated, if you wish).
Starting with the décor, the 15-cm. POINSETTIA potted plant (P449) adds a touch of green to the table. Scatter VINTERFINT mixed bauble glass (P499/8 pieces) or make it all gold baubles (P599/20 pieces).
IKEA’s dining collections for noche buena bring the same practicality, affordability and beauty of its cooking collection. The VINTERFINT side plate (P129) has a subtle red band around the rim and won’t be out of place after the holidays. Or opt for the more earthy tone of SANDSKÄDDA (P129), and the translucent, gray-striped elegance of HAVSGÄDDA (P129). Pair these with the 49-cl. STORSINT wine glass, which comes in a set of six (P799), and the IKEA 365+ carafe with cork stopper (P249).
For full plates, green takes inspiration from forest and nature with PELARKAKTUS (P249), making for an opulent-looking table setting with its deep color. The GLADELIG plate (P199) in dark gray recalls natural stone, while the STOLTHET cutting board (P599), which can double as a cheese or dessert board, brings a touch of wood to the table. With the dining table laden with food and desserts, the three-layer RÅSKOG utility cart comes to rescue to hold the extras.
The best part about Filipino Christmas feasts is that they last beyond the day itself. On Christmas Day, start with IKEA’s plain and patterned bowls for cereal at breakfast and soup or salad for lunch. With so much food to keep, the IKEA 365+ glass container with bamboo lid (P249, 34 oz.) comes in handy to give away what’s left over from noche buena or to keep in the refrigerator for later.
From the first gift wrapped in September to the last leftover lechon paksiw on the first days of the new year, Filipinos really know how to stretch a celebration.
Discover IKEA’s Christmas Shop and its kitchen and dining items to get you ready for the holidays at IKEA Mall of Asia and online.
