There are different kinds of pancit, each named after the noodles used to make them, like pancit bihon and pancit habhab. Each one looks and tastes different though the preparation is similar. What is common is that it’s a staple in any Filipino gathering because pancit signifies long life. I’m not sure why that is, though it’s a common belief among Filipinos that noodles = luck and abundance. So if not pancit, sweet and salty Filipino spaghetti would most likely be on the menu instead.