Turkey
If Tet in Vietnam cannot be without braised pork, then Christmas in Western countries must have turkey to be standard. This typical dish is so popular that seeing turkey means Christmas has come. A complete Christmas table cannot be without a golden roasted turkey surrounded by fruits, candies, and wine. A good turkey will have a crispy golden crust but still retain moisture in the meat fibers.
Roast turkey is an indispensable dish during Christmas.
Ham
A Christmas party cannot be complete without the fragrant smell of smoked meat. This popular dish on most Christmas tables is made from two main ingredients: ham and Dijon mustard - traditional French mustard, to create the most original and authentic flavor.
The quality of the ham and the Dijon mustard largely determine the deliciousness of the ham.
Appetizer soup
Every standard traditional Christmas party will not be without an appetizer soup. There are many different types of soup such as: chicken soup, meat soup, corn soup, onion soup... A bowl of hot soup during Christmas will warm the body, stimulate the taste buds, making the meal more delicious.
Onion soup is a popular soup during this big holiday.
Gluhwein hot wine
Gluhwein hot wine.
Along with the main dishes, drinks also play an equally important role in making the party complete. Gluhwein hot wine is a traditional drink during Christmas. To make Gluhwein hot wine, you need to heat ingredients such as cinnamon, cloves, oranges and of course a bottle of red wine is indispensable. Choose a good quality wine with a suitable aroma to combine with the ingredients in the most perfect way. The strong aroma and warm taste of wine bring warmth and connection between members during Christmas.
Gingerbread Cookies
Delicious gingerbread in beautiful shapes.
Gingerbread is not only a delicious cake but also an indispensable symbol of the Christmas season with different shapes such as pine trees, houses, or Santa Claus, bringing a warm and joyful atmosphere. Nowadays, gingerbread is made with many different ingredients and ways depending on the needs, but still retains the basic ingredients such as ginger, bread crumbs... The characteristic aroma of ginger makes each cake special. The warm and passionate scent of gingerbread spreads throughout the room.
Yule Log (Noel's Yule Log)
As the name suggests, the Yule Log is made to resemble a severed piece of wood, associated with many legends about Christmas. A French baker created a pine log out of cake to replace the real wood. The delicate and harmonious flavors of Bûche de Noël make each piece special. The combination of cake with soft buttercream, delicious taste of chocolate and raspberries creates an irresistible delicious flavor, filling the party with joy and happiness.
Yule log (Bûche de Noël) is shaped like a tree trunk.
Christmas Fruitcake
Christmas fruitcake is the perfect combination of cake, fruit and wine.
Fruitcake is always on the list of traditional dishes during Christmas. The traditional cake on the Western Christmas table is made from nuts and dried fruits, soaked in wine every day from the time the cake is baked. Usually, the cake is made about 3-4 weeks before Christmas. Professional chefs will make it from June, store it in cold storage and soak it in wine every day. Therefore, this cake is often expensive not only because of the ingredients, but also because of the long time it takes to make.
Pudding
Pudding originated in England and is popular in the United States, with the meaning of bringing happiness and luck to everyone during Christmas. Pudding is loved with a sweet candy coating on the outside, the inside can be combined with many different ingredients depending on everyone's preference.
An old tradition that is said to bring good luck is associated with Christmas Pudding. You can put a silver coin in the pudding. Whoever finds the coin will have good luck.
Traditional Christmas dishes are not only delicious but also bring about warm and friendly bonds. Travellive hopes that readers will have cozy parties with family and loved ones this holiday season!
