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The sugary liquid substance Buddy the Elf adds to his spaghetti at family dinner in the film Elf.
Maple Syrup
This festive decoration, often hung on doors or walls, is made of evergreens and symbolizes everlasting life. It is also known for being kissed under during the holiday season
Mistletoe
In the United States, this popular holiday beverage, made from milk, sugar, and eggs, is often spiced with nutmeg and traditionally served during the Christmas season.
Eggnog
This 1994 Mariah Carey song about what she desires as a gift for Christmas is one of the most popular songs of all-time.
All I Want For Christmas Is You
The young girl who accompanies Frost the Snowman (1969) on his journey to the North Pole.
Karen
According to tradition, these are hung by the fireplace on Christmas Eve to be filled with small gifts and treats.
Stockings
A sweet treat that is covered in red and white stripes
This Christmas classic, originally written by James Lord Pierpont in 1857, is often sung by children and features a one-horse open sleigh.
Jingle Bells
This dog served as a loyal companion to the Grinch.
Max
This country celebrates Krampus each year on December 5th and uses his image to punish children who misbehave.
Germany
This warm, spicy drink, often served with whipped cream or marshmallows, is a holiday favorite made with hot milk, cocoa powder, and sugar.
Hot Chocolate
This instrument that is played by an individual shaking it back and forth is a staple of several holiday tunes
Bells
Vacation destination of Kevin's family in Home Alone.
Paris
A holiday that is celebrated by families who light candles of a menorah for eight days.
Hanukkah
Made with molasses, these sweet treats often are shaped as person and can be brought to life through frosting.
Gingerbread Man/Woman
This Christmas song, originally performed by Bing Crosby, mentions "mistletoe hung where you can see," and is about the joys of the season.
The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire
The profession that Hermey the Elf desires in Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer (1964) instead of an elf.
A Dentist
On December 6th, this holiday celebrates the feast day of a saint who is said to bring gifts to children, especially in parts of Europe.
St. Nicholas
This holiday dessert is made from flour, sugar, eggs, and dried fruit, and it's often soaked in liquor and left to age for several weeks before Christmas.
Fruitcake
This carol talks about the birth of Jesus and features the line "Glory to the new born King," often sung in churches during the holiday season.
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing