You can now (virtually) eat halo-halo in The Sims 4
Did you spot the Filipino halo-halo in The Sims 4’s new expansion pack? | Photos from “Halo Halo Simspiration” from The Sims/YouTube
We never expected there would be a day when The Sims would make us crave halo-halo, but we definitely aren’t complaining.
If you’re looking for a sign to gift yourself The Sims 4’s newest expansion pack called “For Rent,” maybe the inclusion of the famous Filipino dessert can convince you.
As seen on X (formerly Twitter) posts, several players of the famous simulation game have expressed their excitement upon discovering this. Halo-halo’s appearance has also been confirmed in an article released by EA, as they revealed the Filipino fan favorite as the latest Simspiration dessert.
The article also features Filipino-Canadian TikTok food creator Ian Kewks, as he shares his recipe of the summer staple with the Sims team, so fans of the game can make their own icy treat—whether in-game or IRL.
@thesims We see inspiration both inside & out of our games & @iankewks, a Filipino-Canadian food creator, shares his recipe for halo-halo, a quintessential Filipino dessert #Simspiration #TheSimsForRent #thesims4 #thesims4gameplay #yum #filipinofood #simstok #foodvlogger
A Filipino family tradition
Ian Kewks or Ian Rivero recalls eating halo-halo way back from the days he lived in the Philippines. Up to this day, his family continues to make eating and making the unique dessert a family bonding experience even in Canada.
“One of us [is] in charge of shaving ice, while the others are responsible for prepping the toppings and mix-ins,” he says.
He adds, “It’s always a fun get-together with family (especially in the summer) and then enjoying the labor of our combined efforts in the end.”
Making the halo-halo
Rivero shares that the key to halo-halo is to just “have fun with it.” For him, the beauty of halo-halo is that it is not complicated and you can eat it however you like—whether in a cup or bowl and with as many toppings as you want.
“Most importantly, mix the halo-halo until it becomes slushy-like– that’s the whole point of why it’s named the way it is!” the content creator emphasizes, even suggesting alternatives to some hard-to-find ingredients like canned and sweetened fruits, condensed milk, and pinipig.
@iankewks Halo Halo 😎 #heatwave
Halo-halo has always been a Filipino favorite no matter the occasion. While it’s usually devoured in hot weather, many still find themselves enjoying a glass even in cold or rainy seasons. Its popularity continues to rise through a global favorite game, further giving it the appreciation and recognition it has always deserved.
The Sims 4’s “For Rent” pack lets players live as a tenant or a property owner, and boasts new features, from managing properties to enjoying street carts’ food with neighbors.
