3 April 2025Do you like having a siesta?In the Philippines, it is a resting hour in the afternoon after the midday meal, usually spent napping. But over time, instead of napping, it has become an afternoon break to enjoy light snacks with family, friends, coworkers, or just by ourselves. It is locally referred to as "merienda time" in our dialect. We got this practice from Spanish culture since we were colonized by Spaniards back in the day. For everyone's information, the term "siesta" is derived from the Latin word "sexta," meaning "the sixth hour," a traditional practice in Spain.