By Bhavana Verma
December 27th, 2023
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The New Year is the start of a new journey for everyone. And beginning a new journey with something auspicious, and what can be better than lucky food? To ensure good luck throughout the year, many cultures worldwide follow various ceremonies that bring luck, and several are associated with food. Learn about these unique global New Year's culinary traditions and begin the year with a hearty feast.
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Japanese long soba noodles, commonly known as "Toshikoshi Soba," are said to bestow long life and signify longevity as it is eaten in a single slurp without breaking..
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The Black-eyed Peas, believed to symbolise coins, are linked to good fortune and financial success in the next year. These peas are typically consumed with a green item to represent money.
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In Spain and Latin America, eating 12 grapes at midnight symbolises success; each grape represents a prosperous month ahead.
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Lentils, like black-eyed peas in America, are a legume-focused New Year's tradition in India. Because of their coin-like form, they are expected to give financial assistance.
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Greece's Vasilopita and Mexico's Rosca de Reyes hide coins and figures in the cake; finding them means luck throughout the year.
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Greeks smash pomegranates for luck; scattering seeds symbolises prosperity and fertility in the upcoming year.
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In the Chinese New Year, Fish symbolises surplus wealth and unity. Serving whole fish ensures abundance; leaving some signifies excess supplies.
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