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As the current year is about to end in a
few days’ time, Filipinos are excited prepping up for the coming of a new one. Apparently,
New Year’s Eve is the most festive time of the year in the Philippines. Locals
associate the celebration to a lot of things: New Year’s resolutions, firecrackers,
firework displays, bright lights, noise-making instruments, polka dots, parties,
parades, and reunions.
The celebration of the coming year never
goes without some traditions and superstitions.
For many Pinoys, the end of the year is the
best time not just to reflect on how life has changed over the year but also to
think of the ways to further improve it. Hence, many resort to holding on to
traditions and charms with a belief that these help attract good vibes and
luck.
In welcoming the “New Year,” Filipino
families prepare round fruits on their dining tables. This is with a belief
that anything round signifies endless prosperity for the whole family.
How Many?
Preparing round fruits is so easy but there
always seems a confusion or a minor problem. Undeniably, each household has
varying views on which fruits and how many types of fruits to have.
Ten? Twelve? Or thirteen “lucky” fruits?
You decide.
What You Should
Have
Regulars:
There may be variations on the kinds of
fruits to prepare, but the following are the 12 most common fruits that locals
put on their tables:
- Grapes
- Kastanyas
- Chico
- Pear
- Apple
- Orange
- Mango
- Banana
- Melon
- Pomelo
- Pineapple
- Watermelon
Alternatives:
If you are not able to buy any of the above-mentioned
fruits or you are not particular with the number of fruits to put on your
table, you may also have any of the following alternative fruits:
- Guava
- Dalandan
- Lychee
- Lemon
- Avocado
- Papaya
Each of these “lucky” fruits has its corresponding
meaning—something that most Filipinos recognize as showing of Chinese
influence.
How Much?
Prices for each of these fruits vary per type
and location. One thing is for sure: prices could go up and reach the highest mark
as the occasion draws near. The good thing is, you are free to buy the ones that
are within your budget.
Thoughts to Ponder
Lucky or not, there’s nothing wrong if we
celebrate New Year’s Eve with these circular fruits, regardless of their number.
Just always bear in mind that eating these fruits is one good way to stay
healthy this festive season.
Just be sure to arrange these fruits well
so they will look attractive and mouth-watering once uploaded to your social
media accounts!
May we all have a prosperous 2016!
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