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  1. The Feast of the Seven Fishes typically consists of seven different seafood dishes. The tradition comes from Southern Italy, where it is known as The Vigil (La Vigilia), but with no mention of the number seven.

  2. Dec 13, 2023 · Where did this feast really originate, and how did it become popularized in the U.S.? Why fish, and why are there seven? Here’s the real story of the Feast of the Seven Fishes.

  3. Dec 18, 2023 · The Feast of the Seven Fishes is an Italian American Christmas Eve celebration that operates similarly to Thanksgiving, with traditional dishes and practices that span generations,...

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  4. Jan 18, 2023 · The Feast of the Seven Fishes (AKA La Vigilia) is an Italian-American tradition in which families and friends gather on Christmas Eve to enjoy seven varied dishes of fish and seafood.

  5. Jun 18, 2021 · The Italian Christmas Eve tradition known as the Feast of the Seven Fishes is a beloved part of the holiday season for many Italian American households, as well as in some areas of Italy. This feast is centered on the Catholic tradition of abstaining from meat on holy days, and Italian Americans have put their own twist on it.

  6. Dec 15, 2015 · If you grew up in an Italian-American household, there's a good chance that fish was a big part of your Christmas Eve festivities. This custom, which is sometimes known as the Feast of Seven Fishes, is often believed to have been brought over from the old country.

  7. Dec 19, 2023 · What Is the Feast of the Seven Fishes? All About the Christmas Eve Tradition 'The Bear' Made Even More Famous. Spoiler alert: It's usually not quite as dramatic as the Berzattos' annual...

  8. Nov 12, 2023 · Delve into Italian-American holiday traditions with the iconic Feast of the Seven Fishes. Unearth its origins, blend of old and new, and seafood delights.

  9. Aug 23, 2024 · The Feast of the Seven Fishes is an Italian-American dinner made up of mostly fish and other seafood that's celebrated on Christmas Eve.

  10. For Italian-Americans, the Feast of the Seven Fishes—a nostalgia-fueled, hours-long dinner consisting of at least seven different types of seafood—is the defining Christmas Eve tradition.