Christmas Eve articles Tag

The 5 secrets of a successful Christmas

organized and get started in advance. The more time you have to plan the party, the better chance you have of not forgetting anything and arriving on Christmas Eve tired and in a bad mood. 2- For a cheerful atmosphere, you must participate Sometimes, even when everything is well planned in advan ...

01
Dec
2022

What are the different Christmas traditions in Europe?

nning of December, the English send cards to their friends and family. The cards received are hung on the wall until Epiphany Day on January 6. On Christmas Eve, children will sing Christmas Carols in the streets and receive small gifts or sweets. They hang large Socks at the foot of their bed ...

03
Dec
2009

Christmas or New Year's Eve buffet: 5 tips for a successful Christmas Eve

al element to a successful Christmas or New Year's buffet is of course the food! In this area, diversity is the second of our 5 tips for a successful Christmas Eve. If you don't know exactly what your guests' tastes are, you need to diversify the products offered to satisfy everyone. Consider ...

29
Dec
2022

For Saint Barbara's Day, sow wheat and lentils

as long as you remember to wet the cotton regularly. Be careful not to leave excess water in your cups, however, as your plantings may rot! On Christmas Eve, tie red ribbons around the seedlings and place these cups as decorations at each end of the table or around the nativity scene. H ...

30
Nov
2007

Christmas tree: 3 ideas for edible decorations

branches of your Christmas tree. Not only will these decorations take everyone back to childhood, but the greediest ones won't mind eating them on Christmas Eve... or even before! View this post on Instagram A publication shared by ? christmas is coming ? kami (@made.by.kami ...

17
Dec
2021

Christmas meal: 5 festive menus for all tastes

have to do without some expensive products. However, with the last of our 5 festive menus, we will show you that it is possible to organize a cheap Christmas Eve without sacrificing the greed and the taste. For a cheap Christmas menu, we suggest you cook: - pesto puff pastry - some f ...

16
Dec
2022

Christmas DIY: how to make an advent wreath?

e the fir or Pine branches that stay green all year round. This wreath has four candles that are traditionally lit to mark the four Sundays before Christmas Eve. The first candle is lit on the 4th Sunday before Christmas, two candles on the 3rd Sunday and so on until all are lit to celebrate t ...

31
Oct
2008

Organizing an eco-friendly Christmas: tips and tricks

2 in 1 gift in short! How to make an ecological Christmas meal? To organize an eco-friendly Christmas, put seasonal fruits and vegetables on your Christmas Eve menu. Preferably choose locally produced foods: their ecological footprint will be smaller. Avoid disposable plates, cups and nap ...

20
Dec
2013

5 Good Reasons to Celebrate Christmas in Iceland

To experience a white Christmas If you dream of a white Christmas and want to have a snowball fight on Christmas Eve, Iceland is the perfect destination for a winter, or even polar, adventure! December is the time of year with the least amount of sunshine, and there's a very good chance the island ...

12
Dec
2018

Christmas decoration: 5 things to know about the Nutcracker

er has become a symbol of Christmas. Indeed, in Tchaikovsky's ballet, this figurine comes to life for the duration of a dream, during the night of Christmas Eve. In this magical ballet, the toys come to life and the nutcracker is transformed into a prince. This is how the Nutcracker Soldier in ...

01
Dec
2021

Festive aperitif: the nolo trend

A growing trend in bars and restaurants Even in bars, restaurants and parties with friends, the consumption of non-alcoholic beverages is becoming more and more popular. These new aperitifs are called nolo, a term derived from the contraction of 'no alcohol' and 'low alcohol by volume'. The 'nol ...

15
Dec
2022

New Year's Eve: 5 good reasons to look good for the holidays

traditions During the holiday season, there are many opportunities to dress up. But have you noticed that party outfits are usually not the same for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve? While on New Year's Eve all eccentricities are allowed, on December 24 the dress code is rather dictated by the s ...

29
Dec
2022

The Baux-de-Provence: a magical destination for Christmas.

een perpetuated by the shepherds of the Vallée des Baux since the 16th century. As its name suggests, this local tradition involves giving a serenade on Christmas Eve. Each year, on December 24th, shepherds from the Alpilles and the Crau parade with their animals through the streets of Les Baux-de ...

24
Nov
2023

Christmas Holidays: 5 Destinations for Every Taste in France

untain setting and evenings by the fire. The younger ones will love tobogganing and playing in the snow... But the whole family will come together on Christmas Eve to watch the resort's Christmas fireworks display. On December 25th, more than 350 instructors from the French Ski School will gather a ...

29
Nov
2023

Christmas Songs: 5 Things to Know About Holiday Hits

se. In either case, these songs stir up strong emotions and provoke very polarized reactions. The moral of the story: if you don't want to spoil the Christmas Eve atmosphere, it's better to ask your guests for their consent before playing your favorite Christmas playlist. They made Mariah Carey the ...

13
Dec
2023

The savory kouglof: a Christmas appetizer

ith a sheet of aluminum foil. 4- Unmold the still-warm kouglof onto a serving platter. Tasting Tips You can serve this savory kouglof as an appetizer on Christmas Eve. You can also pair it with a green salad and serve it as a light dinner during the holiday season and throughout the winter. ...

19
Dec
2023

Murders in Paradise: A Special Christmas Episode on France 2

land of Saint Marie, in the heart of the Caribbean, Inspector Neville Parker (Ralf Little) and his colleagues will have to wait before enjoying their Christmas Eve dinner as a new case awaits them. They investigate the murder of Gerry Stableforth, the CEO of a family business. The man was found dyi ...

26
Dec
2023