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Christmas in the Philippines evokes familiar scenes filled with reunions and celebrations, as well as preparations and the traffic. From shopping for Christmas gifts to practicing for office and school Christmas parties to decorating the Christmas tree, Filipinos know how to make the season grand. But in the midst of the holiday rush, some of the most meaningful moments happen in the small, everyday pause: whether it’s taking a break from shopping, sharing a laugh during dance practice, or enjoying time together while decorating.
With this, McDonald’s Philippines invites Filipinos na mag-McDo muna and make time to pause and connect with loved ones in between the big and busy happenings. “Christmas is filled with grand celebrations and traditions, but some of its most meaningful moments happen in the small, everyday pauses. It’s the after-party catch-ups with friends, the spontaneous stops to take a break from all the family shopping runs, and little breaks we share with officemates that deepen our appreciation of the season. ‘McDo Muna’ is our way of inviting Filipinos to make room for these moments and show how McDonald’s can be part of the small pauses with loved ones that make the season feel special,” said McDonald’s Philippines’ Marketing Director Yves O. Nacpil. The Christmas rush understandably makes people focus on preparing for the main event, whether it’s the Noche Buena, a family reunion, or a workplace Christmas party. McDo Muna shows that an unexpected treat or a quick pause with your McDonald’s favorites that is enjoyed with loved ones in the midst of the grand events can elevate the small moments. McDonald’s Philippines showcases this with its latest series of heartwarming films, featuring Filipino stories of finding warmth and connection in simple moments in the midst of the sights, sounds, and ganaps of the season. Nacpil added, “We hope the McDo Muna invitation inspires Filipinos to appreciate the moments during this holiday season that might otherwise pass them by. This Christmas, we’re bringing that spirit to life through experiences and offerings that invite everyone to pause, reconnect, and enjoy the season in their own way. They can look forward to truly memorable McDonald’s experiences that will give them more reasons na mag-McDo Muna.”
Indeed, a McDonald’s visit during this Christmas season doesn’t need a special occasion. Any little moment is worth sharing with family, friends, classmates, or workmates over favorite McDonald’s meals, worth pausing and relishing to appreciate the real meaning of the season. Watch this special film full of relatable moments for all Filipinos as you take a pause to enjoy your McDonald’s favorites and make your heart warm in the midst of the busy Christmas season.
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Make Your Little Christmas Moments More Special With The NEW McDonald’s Holiday Specials
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Everyone can now savor the holiday goodness of Sweet BBQ Chicken McDo with its sweet, tangy, and smoky barbecue sauce glazed in fried bone-in chicken that complements well with rice and the company of loved ones. Completing the McDonald’s holiday meal experience are three limited-time McFlurry flavors: Ube with Oreo, Choco Pinipig, and Mindanao-exclusive Durian. Exciting twists to McDonald’s favorite creamy vanilla soft-serve, these three flavors serve Filipino holiday feels that are perfect for the in-between moments of the season. The McFlurry Ube with Oreo features ube-flavored syrup with crushed Oreo mix-in while the McFlurry Choco Pinipig features milk chocolate mix-in with Filipino-style crunchy rice crispies. The McFlurry Durian, available exclusively in Mindanao stores, will excite the taste buds with its white chocolate-based durian flavored mix-in. “Christmas is full of big celebrations but some of the season’s most meaningful and fun moments happen in the in-between. With our holiday Chicken McDo and holiday McFlurry flavors, we’re giving everyone another way to enjoy a little treat during the Christmas rush, whether they’re taking a break from errands or sharing a moment with loved ones. It’s one more way to make McDo Muna part of their holiday season,” said McDonald’s Philippines’ Senior Brand Manager NJ Caballar-Azurin. Bringing the spirit of McDo Muna beyond the menu, McDonald’s is also preparing exciting holiday activations that will give fans and customers more opportunities to enjoy these flavors while creating little moments of joy amid the Christmas rush. These experiences invite everyone to take a pause, share a McDonald’s treat, and make the most of the little things that make the season special. Caballar-Azurin added, “We want our holiday offerings to be more than just a seasonal treat. Mag-McDo muna to enjoy these holiday flavors is an invitation to make time for the little things that make Christmas special. Whether customers have a favorite among the Sweet BBQ Chicken McDo, Ube with Oreo, Choco Pinipig, and Durian McFlurries, or are excited to enjoy their usual McDonald’s favorites, we hope these flavors give them another reason to pause and enjoy a little McDo Muna moment this season.” added Caballar-Azurin. Mag-McDo muna and enjoy the new Sweet BBQ Chicken McDo and Ube, Choco Pinipig, and Durian McFlurry via dine-in, take-out, drive-thru, McDelivery, and third-party delivery apps. McDonald’s Philippines is making it easier to enjoy its holiday offers with unbeatable deals. From now until December 3, enjoy a Double Holiday McFlurry deal for only Php109. Savor the little moments with your loved ones with the satisfying 1-pc. Sweet BBQ Glazed Chicken McDo with Rice, Drink, and one Holiday McFlurry for only at Php179. Avail of these unbeatable deals and more in the McDonald’s App, redeemable via dine-in, take-out, and drive-thru.
