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NEW YEAR'S DAY
THE IRISH BELIEVE IN SERVING PORK ON NEW YEAR'S DAY
AS PART OF A HOPE FOR PLENTY OF FOOD DURING THE YEAR.
THIS USUALLY INCLUDES EITHER PORK OR BACON.
Where learned: DETROIT
| Subject headings: | CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- January 1 New Year's Food Drink -- Typical menus for the various meals For meal hours, see F574.84. Special or festive meals BELIEF -- Measure of time Year |
Date learned: 00001950S