Global Christmas Ideas
We all know and love the tried-and-true Christmas traditions of the US, like hanging stockings from the mantel or snacking on gingerbread cookies and candy canes. But the holiday is celebrated in dozens of countries all over the world in some form or fashion — and every place does it a little bit differently. If you’re looking to mix up your holiday routine this year, try these traditional Christmas recipes (and twists on traditional recipes) from around the world, plus global-inspired Christmas decorations for your home.
First up: The United Kingdom. Christmas dinner in the UK usually consists of turkey and roasted vegetables, followed by Christmas pudding. Each person at the table gets a Christmas cracker — a cardboard tube wrapped in colorful paper — that’s filled with a toy, a party hat or a corny joke. In some families, the crackers are pulled apart by two people (similar to a wishbone), and whoever gets the larger half keeps the prize.
