Christmas Eve Traditions in Different Cultures

In Calgary, Canada, one family is making an Asian style fondue for dinner, featuring a red wine base and various meats and vegetables. Another family in Canada enjoys a morning brunch with bacon, eggs, pancakes, and orange juice, followed by nibbling throughout the day. In El Salvador, a family gathers for a large dinner, featuring Salvadoran specialties like saucy turkey buns and malleze, a chicken and pork dish. They also open presents on Christmas Eve and dance to Latino music. In Gran Canarias, Spain, a Venezuelan family celebrates with a traditional Venezuelan meal, including ajakas, a banana leaf package filled with stewed meats and veggies. They open presents after midnight. Finally, in AC, a family orders Chinese food, has a movie marathon, and participates in the Kagualhan tradition of hitting a log to reveal presents.