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The reason certain foods are eaten on holidays

From culture and religion to really great marketing

The reason certain foods are eaten on holidays
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15/08/2025 15:00 ‧ 2 hours ago | StarsInsider

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Holidays are celebrated in every country around the world throughout the year, and food often plays a key part in the festivities. But have you ever wondered why you tuck into a yule log at Christmas? Or give candy to trick-or-treaters on Halloween?

Sometimes food has cultural or religious significance, but other times we have formed our holidays because of really good marketing or a bizarre historical event.

So, click on to find out why you eat certain foods on your favorite holidays.

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