As the New Year approaches, many of us are hurrying to prepare for the Media Noche, a traditional feast every night of December 31. It is an opportunity for families and friends to gather, celebrate, and express gratitude for the blessings received in the past year. However, reports are indicating a possible increase in the prices of some Media Noche items in markets in the National Capital Region (NCR).
Currently, the prices of most Media Noche ingredients remain stable, but an increase is expected by the end of the week. One of the essential elements of Media Noche is fruits, believed to bring abundance and luck to the home. Here are the prices of some types of fruits:
- Pomelo (Suha) – P170/kilo
- Dragonfruit – P240/kilo
- Seedless grapes – P250/kilo
- Orange and ponkan – P30 each
- Mango and grapes – P180/kilo
Chicken is also a crucial ingredient in Media Noche. At Mega Q Mart, a whole chicken costs P170 per kilo, while wings are priced at P200/kilo, and chicken breasts are in the range of P180-185/kilo.
Here are some more prices for meat:
Pork:
- Kasim and porkchop – P300/kilo
- Liempo – P380/kilo
Beef:
- Buto-buto – P300/kilo
- Laman – P390/kilo
- Brisket – P360/kilo
Seafood:
- Shrimp – P380/kilo
- Pusit – P580/kilo
- Tilapia – P130/kilo
Vegetables:
- Carrots – P140/kilo
- Onion – P160/kilo
- Garlic – P150/kilo
- Tomato – P60/kilo
It is emphasized that prices of the mentioned items may increase on December 29, according to vendors. However, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) stated on Monday that the prices of Media Noche items, as well as necessities and prime commodities, will remain stable until New Year’s Eve. This announcement assures consumers that price stability will be maintained until the conclusion of New Year’s festivities.