Ham, turkey, Campbell's Green Bean Casserole, and even goose may be common Christmas dishes here in the United States, but what delicacies evoke delightful yuletide memories in other countries? Let's explore some traditional Italian Christmas treats.
On Christmas Eve, which in Italy is called
La Vigilia,
fish and vegetables make up the meal staples. Imagine calamari, swordfish, cod, tuna, eel, and pasta with shrimp or clams all aligned on the buffet.
On Christmas Day, or
Natale
, meat comes back to the table when more well-known dishes are served such as lasagna, bolognese, cured meats, and braised beef.
