Start Your Early Christmas Shopping At Kultura's Christmas Market

Find the perfect proudly Filipino-made gift for everyone on your list in Kutlura's holiday one-stop shop at The Podium Mall

Mariel Abanes

<div><br/></div><p>In the Philippines, Christmas celebrations begin as early as September and continues throughout the &#x27;Ber&#x27; months. And as we inch closer to the holiday season, we could get caught up with the gift-buying rush—but not if you do it early on!</p><div><br/></div><p>Promoting local and sustainable goods, Kultura&#x27;s Christmas Market brings you everything you need to check off your list. Happening at the Podium Atrium until October 19, find presents perfect for every important person in your life. </p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cje4uPDr37c/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style="background:#FFF;border:0;border-radius:3px;box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15);margin:1px;max-width:540px;min-width:326px;padding:0;width:calc(100% - 2px)"><div style="padding:16px"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cje4uPDr37c/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style="background:#FFFFFF;line-height:0;padding:0 0;text-align:center;text-decoration:none;width:100%" target="_blank"> <div style="display:flex;flex-direction:row;align-items:center"> <div 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style="color:#c9c8cd;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:normal;line-height:17px;text-decoration:none" target="_blank">A post shared by Kultura (@kulturafilipino)</a></div></div></blockquote> </div><div><br/></div><br/><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/living/tips/rockwell-kabiyasnan-lifestyle-and-arts-fair-makati/33916" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This Art And Lifestyle Fair Brings Kapampangan Flair To Makati</a></div><div><br/></div><p>Native woven Christmas decors for your home? They got you. Looking for wellness products for all your friends or parents? Massage oils as well as premium cosmetics are available for you as well. Locally made bags that you won&#x27;t see anywhere else, or perhaps tableware for all your girls who love to host? Or maybe local liquor or tasty Filipino snacks for the guys? There&#x27;s a whole lot of options—all in one place!</p><div><br/></div><p>In the gallery below, check out more items that you can find at the bazaar. </p><div><br/></div><p>Plan ahead and enjoy your early holiday shopping!</p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/826d40a6-a0e7-44da-a13b-8a820704f3af_kutlura christmas_landscape.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/02405fb1-16ea-4fd7-9d0c-2d9ed8a32d4a_1.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/2541c192-a557-4770-a98f-0aa88df1f952_2.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c2278ca5-a904-4619-ab02-4ac50c0ef93b_3.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/18e640b6-3d31-4bf1-af1a-069fb20cee05_4.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/68eaf41b-efa8-432f-9f53-38a7da601af8_5.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/fede438f-b66d-443a-a697-17be169f37a6_6.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ca98aa61-6074-44f4-8256-00ca9a60fa82_7.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/76dee683-71e1-4c49-8e2a-37be15b3f31f_8.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f4dca799-a6ce-4427-8676-99ccc0999ded_9.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/09d84abf-9983-45fa-94dc-9c725854b22a_10.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/b36e543b-25a6-4d8d-982f-f19575e46ece_11.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/cff20d7d-a88b-47cd-ac88-f1fcd7a7ac2e_12.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/e6b176e3-7117-4b05-93a7-904a8dc90dca_13.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/247d7a1b-642a-414f-a943-2876f91bfd1c_14.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7e30575c-77a4-431a-b069-235c0c66f323_15.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c285d38e-28d8-4adc-a6cb-839f31b52cee_16.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/012a13ad-d9d3-4516-a39b-3fe5b16284c7_17.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Bring the Filipino Christmas home with parols created by craftsmen from natural materials - raffia, abaca, or burlap.  All available at Kultura Filipino.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - The Pinoy Santa is coming to town .... and he’s all dressed in traditional Filipino attire with gifts of local icons - a lechon and jeepney! A homespun take on the Jolly Old Man, Santas with a bahay kubo, sorbetes, puto bumbong, and coconuts are also available All available at Kultura Filipino.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - These tabletop abaca cone trees and topiaries are perfect for small spaces. <cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Merry and Bright. Capiz shell tree ornaments made by artisans in Pampanga. <cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Festive yellow and red abaca parols from Kultura.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Handmade capiz shell ornaments in angel, star and tree shapes have a subtle natural sheen and look especially pretty when your tree is lit up at night.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Colorful Capiz star ornaments from local artisans in Pampanga.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - A gift of style. Elegant authentic freshwater pearl pendant necklace.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Dress for the holidays with modern classic jewelry like this exquisite baroque pearl bracelet and necklace available at Kultura Filipino.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Malagos chocolate gift set from Davao comes with premium unsweetened chocolate and three handmade demitasses.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Make your Noche Buena more memorable with dinnerware in ikat and fruits prints designed by local artists; complete sets available at Kultura Filipino. <cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - OLI handwoven blanket and bath towel from Bicol.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Malagos Chocolate fondue set is great for gifts and holiday get-togethers. Available at Kultura Filipino.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Hand painted table napkins made by local artisans packaged in a handwoven nito tray.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> -  Woven wonders from Ilocos. Inabel bed runners, blankets and throws.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Enjoy afternoon tea – Pinoy style – with Tsaa Laya’s Lemon Ginger, Tanglad, and Pandan blends.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Handwoven in Ilocos, these inabel bed runner, blanket and throw, are a unique pinoy Christmas present that we can give to loved ones and friends here and abroad.<cite>Courtesy of Kultura</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><br/></div><div><em>Visit the Kultura Christmas Market at The Podium Mall&#x27;s Atrium through October 19. The Podium Mall is located at 12 ADB Ave, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong, Metro Manila.</em></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>