From Hoppin’ John in the United States to soba noodles in Japan, here’s a tasty sampling of New Year’s food traditions around the world.

From Hoppin’ John in the United States to soba noodles in Japan, here’s a tasty sampling of New Year’s food traditions around the world.

Día de los Santos Inocentes (28 December): Spain’s version of April Fool’s Day is all about pranks (bromas) and jokes. Even newspapers get in on the fun, publishing playful and exaggerated stories.

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The idea of celebrating Mass at midnight on Christmas Eve is closely linked to the religious significance of the moment when Christians believe Jesus was born. Christmas season has finally arrived!

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Holiday lights in Poland. AP Images Christmas in Poland is celebrated with gift-giving, church services, and fasting on Christmas Eve before a 12-dish feast, which usually features carp for good luck.

Christmas Eve is also when most families and friends exchange presents with one another. Additionally, Catholics attend Missa do Galo, midnight Mass, on Christmas Eve.