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Title: Beyond Réveillon: Rituals of Continuity and Culinary Symbolism in the French Christmas Season (Part 2)

(nativity scene), which often features "Santons"—small clay figures representing traditional village characters like the baker or the shepherd. France Today 3. Shoes by the Fire: Père Noël’s Arrival French Christmas Celebration Part 2

Le Gros Souper (The Great Supper) takes place on Christmas Eve. It is a strictly vegetarian meal (in its purest form) to honor the abstinence before Midnight Mass. It comprises seven dishes representing the seven sorrows of the Virgin Mary: Title: Beyond Réveillon: Rituals of Continuity and Culinary

Helpful tip for hosts: Don’t serve the full meal too early. Réveillon is slow and social – plan for a 9 PM or 10 PM start. French Christmas Celebration Part 2