t&rsquo;s finally the month of December! As the year comes to an end, the holidays are slowly beginning! &nbsp;Food plays a central role in bringing people together, which is the main essence of Christmas.&nbsp;
Here are some iconic holiday foods from around the world: 1. Bibingka (Philippines)
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A rice cake topped with salted egg and cheese, often served outside of Churches or busy streets during the celebration of Advent.
2. Tamales (Mexico)
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Corn husk-wrapped parcels filled with savory or sweet fillings, shared during Noche Buena.
3. Feast of the Seven Fishes (Italy)
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A Christmas Eve tradition featuring dishes like fried calamari, salted cod, and spaghetti alle vongole.
4. Julbord (Sweden)
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A festive buffet with pickled herring, Swedish meatballs, and Jansson&rsquo;s Temptation (a creamy potato dish).
5. Christmas Fried Chicken (Japan)
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Thanks to a clever marketing campaign of a fast-food chain, fried chicken has become a quirky Christmas tradition in the country.
Now that Christmas is just around the corner, you might want to try a variety of dishes from different parts of the world! Which of these cuisines would you want to whip up and try?