If you grew up in an Italian-American Household like me, you know holiday’s are a big deal no matter what the holiday. Christmas, as well as Christmas Eve is on the top of this list. Growing up in an Italian household, you know these traditions are a must during the holiday season.
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Decorating begins right after Thanksgiving.
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We may go a little over the top when it comes to decorating for Christmas and enjoying the lights.
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Real trees allowed only.
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While decorating, Pepino The Mouse (and other Italian Christmas songs) are to be played. Most likely on repeat.
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Setting up the village under the tree is non-negotiable.
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Christmas Eve is just as much of a celebration as Christmas Day
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Having the entire family included, both days. Spending essentially two full days with your family.
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Christmas Day and Christmas Eve mainly revolve around food so…
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Most of both days are spent cooking, laughing, and feasting with your loved ones.
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Pasta and sauce (gravy) is served at every holiday, no questions asked.
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The sauce MUST be homemade. None of the fake sauce allowed.
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Ricotta cookies are a must when it comes to holiday baking and…
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Cannoli’s are not to be excluded from the dessert plate.
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Lots of Italian wines are also included during all holiday festivities
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Celebrating the Novena starting 8 days before Christmas.
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Having your typical overabundance spread of food throughout the day while…
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Dealing with trying to explain to people that you’re not yelling, you’re just Italian and you’re just talking.
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You celebrate all your blessings but mostly the blessing of having a big family because being Italian-American is Knowing that family is the most important thing in the world.
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Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve is a must go to.
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Christmas Eve ends with putting Baby Jesus in his manger before bed.
The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a time to spread thankfulness and joy to others. I love my traditions, I love my family and I love my heritage. I wouldn’t want to spend my holiday any other way. No matter your heritage or your traditions, enjoy the time with your family and enjoy your holiday!A