![]() ![]() But you don’t need to be Italian to host this celebration. So, what is the Feast of the Seven Fishes, exactly? This traditional dinner, celebrated on December 24 by many Italian-Americans, gets its roots from the Roman Catholic Church where it’s customary to eat fish (and abstain from meat) on the eve of feast days. ![]() It typically includes a spread of seven (or more) different types of seafood, from Christmas appetizers to main courses-and it can last for hours! But where did the custom come from? And is it actually celebrated in Italy? Ahead, we’ll share everything you need to know about this holiday feast, including what types of fish to serve and how to host your own Feast of the Seven Fishes. If you thought your family Christmas dinner was big, just wait until you hear about the Feast of the Seven Fishes!įor Italian Americans, this Christmas tradition is celebrated with a Christmas Eve dinner fit for a crowd. ![]()
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