The long-standing historical mystery of traditional Christmas dishes
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09/12/2025 05:41:00
Many Christmas dishes carry hundreds of years of history, reflecting cultures, beliefs and interesting regional interactions.
Roast turkey – the symbol of the Western Christmas table. Turkey has been popular since the 16th century in England and North America, becoming the center of the party thanks to its rich flavor and ability to serve large families. Photo: Pinterest.
Traditional British Christmas pudding. Dating back to the Middle Ages, pudding is made from dried fruit, brandy and warm spices, and is considered the “soul” of winter festivals in England. Photo: Pinterest.
Yule Log Cake – From Ancient Ritual to Modern Dessert. This dish originated from a large log burned during the Germanic Yule celebration, and later turned into a rolled cake decorated like a log. Photo: Pinterest.
Honey bacon – a long-standing winter favorite. Ham, salted and baked with honey or maple syrup, originated in Northern Europe and gradually spread to America for Christmas parties. Photo: Pinterest.
Cod and seafood in Mediterranean Christmas traditions. In Italy, Spain or Portugal, fish is preferred on Christmas Eve according to religious traditions of abstaining from red meat, creating a distinct
culinary style. Photo: lacucinaitaliana.com.
Panettone cake – the symbol of Italian Christmas. The spongy, fragrant cake, combined with raisins and orange peel, was recorded in the 15th century in Milan and has now become a popular holiday gift around
the world . Photo: Pinterest.
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