Global Holiday Traditions
This beloved British tradition dates back to the Middle Ages and started as a savory meat-based affair that evolved during the Victorian Era into the fruit-based version known today.
Plum Pudding or Christmas Pudding
A German choirmaster commissioned this shepherd's hooked shaped candy in 1670 to quiet the children in the church's nursery
Candy Cane
In the movie Elf, what was the first rule of The Code of Elves?
Treat every day like Christmas
Eggnog originated in this country.
England
Common themes of this globally observed holiday include putting up a Christmas tree, sharing the tale of Santa Claus and giving gifts to friends and loved ones.
Christmas
During Chinese New Year, families give children money in _____ ________ for good luck.
Red Envelopes
These cakes were originally intended to be baked at the end of the harvest season and eaten at the beginning of the next.
Fruitcake
Which Hollywood actor played six different roles in The Polar Express?
Tom Hanks
This country was responsible for starting the tradition of putting up a Christmas Tree.
Germany
This nine-day celebration (December 12-24) primarily observed in Spain and Latin America celebrates traditions that represent the hardships faced by Mary and Joseph while seeking shelter on their journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem.
Las Posadas
On December 5th, in celebration of St. Nicholas Day, children across the Netherlands leave traditional ______ by the fireplace or door.
Clogs (shoes)
This fried cake is served during Hanukkah and is one of many fried foods eaten during the 8 days of celebration.
Latkes
In the movie It's a Wonderful Life, what happened every time a bell rang?
An angel got its wings
This modern-day country is the location of St. Nicholas' birth.
Turkey
This holiday was celebrated as far back as the Neolithic period. Today's celebrations take the form of ceremonies and festivals to illuminate the Earth during the longest night of the year.
Winter Solstice
In Iceland, the 13 nights before Christmas are filled with these troll-like creatures that either leave gifts in children's shoes or cause silly mayhem in the family home.
Yule Lads
Spaniards ring in the new year with 12 of this fruit as the clock strikes midnight for good luck in the coming year.
Grapes
In the movie, A Miracle on 34th street is based on this real-life department store.
Macy's
The tradition of gift giving started as a way to celebrate Winter Solstice in this city.
Rome, Italy
This holiday, celebrated from December 26th - January 1st, combines multiple historic harvest celebrations from African culture to honor family, community and culture.
Kwanzaa
This holiday tradition includes carving the root vegetable found in its' name. This tradition calls back to the use of the root vegetable to carve intricate figures and scenes to attract customers during the Christmas season.
Night of the Radishes or Noche de Rábanos
This sugary snack first made in the 17th century is a combination of dried fruit and spices coated with sugar.
Sugar Plum
This was the highest-grossing Christmas movie of all time.
Home Alone
This city hosted the first performance of the world-renowned ballet, The Nutcracker.
St. Petersburg, Russia
This holiday falls on December 13th, honors its namesake, and is primarily celebrated in Sweden, Denmark, and Finland but is also celebrated in parts of Italy, Croatia and Hungary.
St. Lucia Day (Lussinatta, the Lussi Night, or Feast of Saint Lucy)