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Christmas Eve Special: Feast of the Seven Fishes

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Called “la vigilia” in Italian, the Feast of the Seven Fishes is a traditional Christmas Eve meal that dates back farther than anyone can trace. The vigil is part of the Catholic tradition that forbids the eating of meat and butter on the eve of holy days, so instead, Italians cook a variety of fish and seafood for their family and communal meals.
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Feast of the Seven Fishes
Feast of the Seven FishesPhotography by Neil Wissink

Originating in central and southern Italy, the feast was once a peasant t...


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