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Host 1: Magandang hapon sa inyung lahat! Welcome to our special event, Meryenda sa Pinggan:
Filipino Bahay ‘Kakanin’! We are thrilled to have you here as we celebrate Filipino traditions
and, of course, indulge in delicious kakanin that we have prepared.

Host 1: But before we get started, we would like to thank every one of you by having a time to
join us celebrating this event, without you, this event would not be feasible. We would also like
to take a moment to introduce someone very special. Yes! We are honored to have with us today
a guest who is very cutesy, very mindful, and very beautiful professor who also have made a
significant contribution by giving us knowledge and wisdom throughout the event-planning.

Host 1 and 2: Let’s all give a warm welcome to MS. HAZEL B. INOC!

Host 2: Alrightttt- partner! Seems like everyone is ready for this event, right partner!?

Host 1: That’s right partner! Today is all about sharing the warmth of a Filipino home through
our beloved meryenda. We will take you on a journey through the heart of Filipino culture,
where food is always a way to bring people together.

Host 2: Do you believe that food will always a way to bring people together!?? Alright that’s the
spirit. Are you excited!? Don’t worry because we will start our proper event in a minute but
before anything else, may I request everyone to stand up as we have our preliminaries starting
with the opening prayer followed by pambansang awit ng pilipinas (lupang hinirang) at ang
panatang makabayan.

[START WITH THE PRELIMINARIES]

[END OF PRELIMINARIES]

Host 1: May I request everyone to sit down. Now at this juncture, may we call on Mr. Christian
Dee E. Hero to introduce the theme and objectives of this event.

[Speech Hero]

Host 1: Alright, thank you for that wonderful speech Mr. Christian Dee Hero. We are truly
bringing a slice of Filipino home life to you. Through Meryenda sa Pinggan, we want to
showcase not just the deliciousness of kakanin, but the tradition behind it—how these sweet and
savory treats play a role in our everyday lives."

Host 2: That’s right partner! Kakanin are staples of the Filipino dining table, especially during
meryenda. They remind us of family gatherings, afternoon snacks with family and even at
grandma’s house right everyone???? And also- the joy of simple yet meaningful moments shared
with loved ones.

Host 2: By the end of today, we hope you leave with a full heart and a full stomach, just like after
a meal in any Filipino home.

Introducing Filipino Kakanin Delicacies

Host 1: Now partner, let’s talk about the stars of our meryenda today—the kakanin! What do we
have?

Host 2: Yes partner, we actually have five kakanin delicacies, first we have the kutchinta

[Description: Kutchinta is a soft, sticky rice cake made from rice flour, lye water, and brown
sugar, giving it a slightly chewy texture and a distinctive golden-brown color. Often served in
small, bite-sized portions, it’s typically topped with freshly grated coconut or cheese for added
flavor and texture. Its mildly sweet taste makes it a popular snack or dessert in the Philippines.]

Host 1: The second one we have Puto cheese

[Description: Puto Cheese is a light and fluffy steamed rice cake, traditionally made from rice
flour and sugar. This popular Filipino snack is known for its soft, delicate texture and its slight
sweetness. Topped with a slice of cheese, which adds a savory contrast to the sweet cake. ]

Host 1: Do you know partner that puto Cheese is often served at parties and festive gatherings.
It's commonly paired with dishes like dinuguan?

Host 2: Oh really? It’s quite interesting but I don’t think I can imagine eating puto cheese paired
with dinuguan. Have you tried once tho?

Host 1: Yess ofcourse, my grandma made it for me.

Host 2: Wow that’s so nice for you, I would also like to try it someday! Now for the 3 rd kakanin
we have Biko
[Description: Biko is a sticky rice cake made with glutinous rice, coconut milk, and brown sugar.
This sweet and dense dessert has a rich coconut flavor, often topped with latik or a layer of
caramelized coconut milk for added sweetness. Biko is commonly prepared during special
occasions and celebrations, particularly in Filipino households, and is enjoyed for its chewy
texture and indulgent flavor.

Host 1: The fourth one we have Sapin-sapin

[Description: Sapin-Sapin is a multi-layered, colorful rice cake that features different flavors in
each layer. It’s made from glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar, with flavors like ube (purple
yam), jackfruit, and coconut. ]

Host 2: And last but not the least we have Ube sticky Rice

[Description: Ube Sticky Rice, also known as Ube Kalamay, is a sweet rice dessert made from
glutinous rice and ube (purple yam) that gives it a distinct purple color and a subtly sweet, nutty
flavor. The rice is cooked with coconut milk and sugar, resulting in a sticky, rich dessert. Often
garnished with latik]

Host 2: These kakanin delicacies will have a bite that brings with a story of tradition and love,
whether it's the soft puto that’s perfect with a cup of hot coffee or a dinuguan?? or the chewy
kutchinta that reminds us of celebrations and special gatherings.

Host 2: And soon, you’ll get to experience this yourself! But before we dig in, we’ve prepared a
fun trivia game for you."

TRIVIA QUESTIONS

Host 1: Alright, everyone, are you ready for some fun??? Let’s see how well you know Filipino
culture with a little trivia! We’ve got a few questions lined up, and if you get it right, there is a
prizes that you can claim just for you!

Host 2: Now for the first question…

1. What is the name of the Filipino folk dance that uses bamboo poles? • Tinikling

2. What is the popular Filipino dessert made from steamed rice flour, topped with cheese? • Puto
cheese
3. What is the popular Filipino dessert made from sticky rice, mashed ube (purple yam), and
coconut milk, often served in banana leaves? • Ube sticky rice

4. What is the popular Filipino dance that symbolizes courtship and flirting? • Cariñosa

5. What is the popular Filipino dessert made from sticky rice, coconut milk, and sugar, often
topped with a sweet syrup or latik? • Biko

6. What is the name of the Filipino or Cebuano festival celebrated every January? • Sinulog
Festival

7. What is the theme of our event today? • Food Cultural Festival

8. What is the title of our event? • Meryenda sa Pinggan: Filipino Bahay Kakanin

[Impromptu lang ari since more on interaction man sya]

CULTURAL PERFORMANCE

Host 1: We hope you’re having fun with the trivia! Now, to really bring the spirit of Filipino
culture to life, we have a special performance that highlights the beauty and grace of our
traditions. Let’s give it up for our CULTURAL PERFORMERS as they are going to dance
CARINOSA and SUBLI.

[PERFORMING]

EATING SESSION

Host 2: Now, the moment you’ve all been waiting for, our one and only kakanin delicacies! Our
team will be serving you these delicious treats, so take a moment to enjoy each bite and
remember that you are having a taste of home. Bona-petite po sa inyung lahat!

(Guests are served kakanin while the camera captures the experience.)

BAHAY BUZZ!

Host 1: As you’re savoring your food, let’s keep the energy going with our next activity—Bahay
Buzz! We’ll be going around, asking you fun questions about your favorite Filipino meryenda
memories. Don’t be shy!

(Hosts interact with guests, capturing their stories and favorite memories.)
[Impromptu lang mo ari, pwede rana mag bisaya]

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY & CLOSING SPEECH

Host 2: As we near the end of our event, we want to remember this wonderful day with all of
you. Let’s come together for a group photo to capture this special moment of sharing and
community.

Host 1: And after our photo, we’ll close with a few final words from our Program committee
MS. JULIE MAE MELENDRES. Thank you for joining us today and for making Meryenda sa
Pinggan a success. We hope you leave with full hearts and a newfound appreciation for our
shared traditions.

(Guests gather for photos, and after 10 minutes the event ends with a final closing speech.)