Traditionally, we pour the bubbly on New Year’s Eve, but what about the menu? In many cultures, certain foods are believed to bring good luck, and these New Year’s food traditions from around the world carry unique meanings that are worth adding to your celebration. Globe Aware volunteers do you eat any of these on New Year’s?
12 New Year’s Food Traditions That Bring Good Luck
Scrumptious foods that also bring good luck? Yes, please.
By Betty Gold and Lisa Milbrand
November 27, 2024
Real Simple
Traditionally, we pour the bubbly on New Year’s Eve, but what about the menu? Of course, that depends on where you live. In different cultures, certain foods are believed to bring good luck in the year ahead. These New Year’s food traditions from around the world have unique meanings and are well worth considering putting on your menu as you set your intentions for the year ahead.
Whether it’s black-eyed peas as part of a New Year’s Day brunch or cabbage on New Year’s Eve, adding these good luck foods to your party plans are a delicious way to say see-ya to the old year and hello to a lucky new year.
