{"id":1438,"date":"2024-12-09T16:51:07","date_gmt":"2024-12-09T16:51:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplestartnutrition.com\/?p=1438"},"modified":"2024-12-09T16:55:22","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T16:55:22","slug":"5-holiday-food-traditions-from-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplestartnutrition.com\/?p=1438","title":{"rendered":"5 Holiday Food Traditions From Around the World"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The holidays are filled with traditions, with many of them being associated with food and generations cooking together in the kitchen.\u00a0 Traditions, or those special activities passed down through the years, are sometimes those moments that we think about the most around the holidays.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

By reading along I challenge you to think of your traditions, food or non-food related. If you can\u2019t think of one, maybe this will trigger you to start one!\u00a0 Here are 5 holiday food traditions from around the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Poland:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

A Polish tradition is to make and eat pierogies.\u00a0 Chris and I both share the tradition of making pierogies with our families. Pierogies are similar to dumplings, and are stuffed with filling composed of potato, cheese, sauerkraut, mushrooms and more. Typically, the pierogies are meatless to be served at the meatless Christmas Eve dinner also known as Wigilia.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

At Christmas Eve, there is also the sharing of the op\u0142atek, or a wafer, that each family member or friend breaks off from the other wishing the other a happy and healthy Christmas and new year to come.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Italy:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

An Italian tradition is the Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve.\u00a0 This meal is to symbolize the wait for the birth of Jesus.\u00a0 As the name implies, you can only imagine the variety of Italian specific foods and multiple courses that are associated with this meal.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

The goal is not to serve seven whole fishes, but rather spread out the fish\/seafood throughout the meal.\u00a0 <\/span>Here is a link<\/span><\/a> of ways to make it happen if you are interested in making this your own family tradition.\u00a0 Think: shrimp cocktail, claims and pasta, crab dip.\u00a0 The list goes on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Japan:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

I think this one is just so neat! So in Japan the tradition on Christmas is to celebrate by eating KFC (yes, Kentucky Fried Chicken) together.\u00a0 This tradition started in the 1970\u2019s through a successful marketing campaign of the \u201cparty barrel\u201d.\u00a0 The main focus here is not necessarily about the food but more about sharing the food together with friends and family.\u00a0 Although, since it is very popular there, it is best to pre-order your meal.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Image from CNN Travel<\/span><\/p>

Greece:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

On New Year’s Day, Greek families celebrate by baking and eating a special cake called, <\/span>Vasilopita<\/span><\/i>.\u00a0 This special cake (which is also very bread-like) is made with a coin hidden inside.\u00a0 When it\u2019s time to eat it, the person who finds the coin is granted good luck for the year!\u00a0 Count me in!\u00a0 The cake is also served with a special family meal<\/span>.\u00a0 Here\u2019s a recipe<\/span><\/a> if you\u2019re interested in making it on your own!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Ethiopia:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas with a spicy\u00a0 chicken stew called doro wat. This stew is made with spices, hard boiled eggs and injera (a spongy flatbread).\u00a0 It typically is only made for special occasions like holidays and weddings making it something you eat at large family gatherings.\u00a0 <\/span>Here\u2019s a recipe<\/span><\/a> if you\u2019d like to check it out!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Now here I\u2019m just highlighting a few food specific traditions from around the world, but I hope this gets you thinking what your family traditions are.\u00a0 Do they revolve around food? Or maybe you have another tradition during the holidays?\u00a0 Seeing the tree lighting? Visiting grandmom and eating her special cookies?\u00a0 Let us know!\u00a0 We love to hear from you.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Cheers to the holiday season and exploring\u00a0 traditions and foods,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

\"Amanda's

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This blog was written by Amanda J. Stahl, RD, LDN, co-founder of Simple Start Nutrition.\u00a0 For more blog posts and nutrition information follow @simplestartnutrition on Instagram and Facebook.\u00a0 Also feel free to contact us, by visiting our website (simplestartnutrition.com) to schedule an appointment to discuss your nutrition related needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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References:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/kfc-christmas-tradition-japan\/index.html#:~:text=Familiar%20flavors,on%20Christmas%20Eve%20in%20Tokyo<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>

What Is Feast of the Seven Fishes? And How to Prepare It for Christmas Eve Dinner | Recipes, Dinners and Easy Meal Ideas | Food Network<\/span><\/a><\/p>

https:\/\/miakouppa.com\/vasilopita\/#recipe<\/span><\/a><\/p>

https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/kfc-christmas-tradition-japan\/index.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>

https:\/\/cheflolaskitchen.com\/doro-wat-ethiopian-chicken-stew\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>

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