Do you eat on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?: Exploring Global Holiday Food Traditions
                                
                                
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                                Globally, Christmas dinner traditions vary immensely, with many European cultures hosting their main festive meal on Christmas Eve, while English-speaking countries typically reserve the grand roast for Christmas Day. This difference is rooted in a mix of cultural heritage, religious practices, and modern family logistics, dictating both the timing and the composition of holiday meals.