Mekeni Food Corporation, led by President and CEO Pruds Garcia, warmly hosted a farm-themed Christmas party for its long-time partner, the Pampanga Press Club (PPC).

Set against the relaxed charm of the Mekeni farm, it was a Christmas gathering rooted not just in celebration, but in shared history and heartfelt gratitude.

PPC members arrived in cheerful farm-inspired attire, instantly setting the tone for a day of laughter and togetherness. Upon arrival, attendees enjoyed an intimate coffee moment with Sir Pruds, engaging in light, catch-up conversations. Mekeni Vice President for Admin and Finance Lito Garcia and AVP for HR and Exports Marilou ‘Lhot’ Uy also thoughtfully sat down and chatted with everyone.

Soon after, the familiar Filipino comfort of ‘tusok-tusok’ took center stage, with fishballs, kikiam, and an array of Mekeni sausages, including the special-edition 4-Cheese Sausage—launched in time for the company’s 40th anniversary, symbolizing ‘four decades, four cheeses,’ and a legacy of innovation.

True to its farm setting, the party featured a lively fishing competition at the tilapia pond, where excitement peaked with the “Biggest Catch of the Day,” earning its winner a ₱3,000 prize. A costume contest added color and creativity to the afternoon.

More than playful activities, the farm-inspired celebration paid homage to the country’s agricultural workers—recognized as the quiet but steadfast pillars of food production and national sustenance.

Everyone was treated to a hearty Kapampangan feast that felt like a family table at Christmas: crabs, tender roast beef, a traditional ‘buro’ ensemble with grilled tilapia and vegetables, warm bibingka for dessert, and refreshing buko juice. Every dish spoke of abundance, tradition, and shared labor—from farm to table.

The Pampanga Press Club expressed its deep gratitude to Mekeni Food Corporation for the enduring partnership and unwavering support through the years. More than a Christmas party, the gathering reaffirmed a relationship grounded in mutual respect and friendship—one that has grown stronger with time.

The message was clear: this was not just a Christmas gathering, but a family reunion of sorts. And as Mekeni and PPC look ahead, they do so with optimism—for more stories to tell, more milestones to celebrate, and more years of partnership, friendship, and family.