Cebu City, Philippines—Listen up, foodpanda didn’t just deliver dinner this Christmas; they delivered serious holiday spirit. They brought their signature promise of comfort and care to life with the Pasko Na, We Gotchu: Christmas PANDAriwang outreach, warming the hearts of hundreds of patients and tireless hospital frontliners right here in Cebu.

We’re talking about Cebu City Medical Center, a public hospital that has genuinely been through a lot, especially with recent challenges. In true foodpanda style—leaning into community support and public-private partnership—volunteers went all out.

They hit the wards, sharing fruit baskets for a healthy boost, while their amazing partner riders zoomed in with hundreds of ready-to-eat meals for both patients and staff. And for the younger patients? Forget ordinary hospital days! The team brought special plushie gifts, turning a simple visit into a genuine moment of surprise and pure holiday joy.

Cheers to the Real MVPs

This wasn't just about the patients, though. The outreach made sure to give major props to the everyday heroes: the doctors, nurses, and security teams. They are the backbone of the hospital, especially during this super busy time of year. Receiving a warm, hearty meal was a small but heartfelt 'thank you' for their dedication.

Pau-Pau Spreads the Cheer (Seriously!)

Adding a totally fun and festive layer, foodpanda’s beloved mascot, Pau-Pau, joined the crew! Watching Pau-Pau go room-to-room, greeting patients, families, and staff, really filled the medical center with visible smiles and a renewed sense of holiday warmth. Those personal interactions truly are the best part.

Delivering Care, Not Just Delivery

As Patricia Jacinto, Director for Growth and Marketing at foodpanda Philippines, put it perfectly:

“Our mission has always been anchored on care for communities. Through PANDAriwang, we hope to bring comfort and spark moments of joy during the holidays. We don’t just deliver food. We deliver care, especially when people need it most.”

The Pasko Na, We Gotchu: Christmas PANDAriwang proves that foodpanda is sticking to its simple, powerful promise: being there when people need them most. This impactful Cebu outreach is just one stop, too—expect more foodpanda teams to visit and support other communities throughout the rest of the holiday season!