King Sue has always been one of the stars of the Filipino Christmas

In the Philippines, there are well-loved Yuletide traditions that we’ve observed for years and are treasured by generations of families.  Having King Sue hams on the Noche Buena table  is one of them. Let’s look at some of these endearing practices that make Christmas in our country like no other.

Simbang Gabi/Misa de Gallo
It is believed that completing the nine-day novena masses will make Christmas wishes come true.

Caroling
Filipinos sure love to sing and during the Yule Season, this fondness for music is manifested through caroling.  Neighborhood kids sing with hand-crafted tambourines while adult carolers have ventured into more high-tech versions, with microphones, mobile speakers, and even lights as they render their well-practiced song and dance numbers.

Exchange gifts
This sharing of blessings often comes in the form of “Aguinaldo” (usually from godparents), small funny items (from office Monito-Monita), and of course, the much-awaited exchanging of gifts with the family on Christmas Eve.

Putting up of Christmas decorations
 As soon as November 1 is over, Filipinos immediately take down their Halloween decor and replace them with festive and colorful embellishments to signal the start of Yuletide. Think glittery buntings, the traditional parol made of  bamboo and Japanese paper or Capiz shells laden with Christmas lights and of course, the Christmas Tree. There is no better symbol of Christmas than the Belen, the centerpiece of one’s home decoration.  A representation of the Nativity Scene, it is present in almost all Filipino household.

Noche Buena
It literally translates to “Good Night” in Spanish but for Filipinos, Noche Buena is the ultimate feast on Christmas Eve. Here families get together at 12 midnight and share a lavish banquet prepared by the whole family.   The Yuletide table is filled with all kinds of dishes including King Sue’s Chinese Bone-in Ham and other premium meat products. Its Pear Shape, Pina Ham and Sweet Hams, bacon, sausages, cold cuts and chorizos, are also the most likely ingredients in some recipes including lasagana, paellas, pasta, tacos, sandwiches and salads. Indeed, King Sue has always been one of the stars of the Filipino Christmas. It’s a time time-honored tradition that never grows old.

Merry Christmas from King Sue!  May the Yule Season be a special and memorable one for you and your loved ones!

King Sue Hams, the perfect gift to your loved ones

We are just 85 days before that most wonderful time of the year! And as they say, it’s never too early to start planning what to give clients, colleagues, family and friends this Christmas.

Food is definitely a present everybody welcomes, especially if it’s of very good quality and stamped with a respectable heritage like King Sue hams.

For over 86 years, King Sue has been a part of many Filipino Christmases and special occasions. It is an institution in the industry and its hams are loved by generations of families.bone-in-chinese-ham-bone-in-is-a-festive-treat Customers can choose from different options at different price points. Whatever you choose is guaranteed to please because all varieties of ham are made with the finest ingredients and seasonings.

Looking for the perfect ham for employees, coworkers, family and friends? The sweet flavor of King Sue’s Sweet Ham is spot on.

The Chinese Ham Bone-In, meanwhile, is delicately cured in Asian seasonings and spices for one month, then smoked for a week before it is slow-cooked in brine. It is also torched with sugar coating before it is glazed and vacuum packed.This tedious process brings out the best flavor on the pork leg that has more lean meat-to-fat ratio. It is one of King Sue’s signature products with a robust and distinct flavor that is fit for a king (and company executives).

King Sue also offers the 500-gram Hawaiian Ham. Its meaty goodness is perfectly seasoned to suit the Pinoy palate. This ham is best served as pica-pica, with hot pandesal, tossed in fried rice, or as garnish in fresh garden salad.

Another favorite among the Filipino market is the Pina Ham, made with 100% boneless pork leg meat with a mild sweet-smoky flavor. And if you’re on a budget but still want the best ham, King Sue’s Pear-Shaped Ham is right for you. It’s light on the pocket but heavy on flavor.king-sue-hams-the-perfect-gift-for-colleagues-friends-and-loved-ones

King Sue is already accepting bulk orders from businesses and companies for their Christmas giveaways. For individual purchases, King Sue hams and other meat products are available at leading supermarkets and groceries nationwide.

Call 881-0530 364-5430, 376-6441 and +639199889642 for inquiries and orders, and check out FB IG Twitter @kingsueham or email sales@kingsue.com. Also check out www.kingsue.com