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Jao Ong, national sales manager Rafael Llagas, Jr., senior vice president and chief commercial officer Ice Galangan, marketing manager Patricia Magbanua, head of Corporate Affairs and Communications.
PHOTOGRAPHS BY LUIS ESPIRITU FOR THE DAILY TRIBUNE
(FROm left) Mark del Rosario of Let’s Eat Pare with CDO’s assistant brand managers Ara Cadena and Junaika Pua and Marketing manager Janna Ong-Santos.
(FROM left) Sparkle artists Angela Alarcon, Elija Alejo and Althea Ablan.
CDO Foodsphere Leadership’s head of Corporate Affairs and Communications Patricia Magbanua, senior vice president and chief commercial officer Rafael Llagas Jr. and vice president for Marketing Bernice Jalgalado.
Chef Marky demonstrates how to create a Noche Buena centerpiece using CDO Holiday Ham and different CDO products.
Chef Marky, Nicole Andersson and Small Laude.
Christmas basket.
CDO Foodsphere Leadership’s head of Corporate Affairs and Communications Patricia Magbanua, senior vice president and chief commercial officer Rafael Llagas Jr. and vice president for Marketing Bernice Jalgalado.
Kathlyn Kwok, Shine Dee and Ysabelle Ho.
Kris Lumagui
Manuel Olazo and Naomi Peña.
The grazing table with dishes made with various CDO products.
CDO hosted a holiday-themed brunch entitled “A Taste of Home this Christmas,” which featured creative dishes made with various CDO products in collaboration with Jones All Day of Raintree Restaurants.
CDO Holiday Ham, made from 100 percent premium pork hind leg and simmered in a special pineapple sauce, remains a star of every Noche Buena table with its perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavor. A perfect complement to it is Danes Queso de Bola, known for its creamy texture and sharp cheddar flavor, making it an excellent pair for bread, pasta and other festive dishes.
Guests enjoyed sumptuous dishes crafted with these holiday favorites, including open-faced sourdough toast topped with CDO Holiday Ham and apple compote, and crostini drizzled with truffle honest paired with Danes Queso de Bola.
Other mouthwatering creations featured CDO Idol Cheesedog, CDO Funtastyk Young Pork Tocino, CDO Funtastyk Young Pork Barbecue on Stick, CDO Young Pork Baconettes, Highlands Gold Corned Beef, San Marino Gourmet Tuyo, San Marino Premium Spanish Sardines, CDO Nata de Coco, CDO Kaong, and Danes Sriracha and Herb & Garlic Mayo.
Making the gathering more special and memorable, CDO invited entrepreneur and content creator Small Laude, chef Marky Bartolome and influencer Nicole Andersson, who each shared tips for making the holiday celebrations more meaningful and extra special. Chef Marky demonstrated how to create a Noche Buena centerpiece using CDO Holiday Ham, while Andersson curated three Christmas basket ideas for different budgets using CDO Holiday Ham and Danes Queso de Bola along with other CDO products. Laude emphasized the importance of togetherness during the holidays. She highlighted CDO Holiday Ham as an essential part of her family’s celebrations and a thoughtful gift for friends and loved ones.
“We at CDO aim to enrich the lives of Filipinos through our well-loved brands and products. And knowing that Christmas is one of the most important celebrations in the country, we want to highlight not just CDO food products that have become holiday staples, but also different ways Filipinos can make the season even more delightful and meaningful for their loved ones,” said CDO vice president for marketing Bernice Jalgalado.
Guided by its mission to bring comfort of home to every Filipino table, CDO continues to provide innovative, high-quality, and affordable food products that elevate everyday meals and special occasions alike. “At CDO, we are always excited to ring in one of our favorite seasons. We believe that food has the power to connect us and it’s in this spirit that we invite all of you to share our story — the story of a company that, for 50 years, has stayed true to its mission: to bring the comfort of home to tables across the country,” said Raffy Llagas, CDO SVP and chief commercial officer.
