Christmas - In France, Spain, Germany and Italy

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Christmas Quiz

Find out how much you know about festive traditions across Europe. 6 questions ahead.

Smoked salmon

France

What do French people eat for Christmas?

Three kings

Spain

Who brings the Christmas presents?

Presents

Germany

When do German children open their presents?

Almonds

Italy

Why do Italian Christmas sweets contain nuts?

cod

Spanish starter

Buñuelos de bacalao (Catalan: Bunyols de bacallà): discover the ingredients

Weihnachtsgans

German main

Weihnachtsgans: discover the ingredients

Le gratin dauphinois

French side dish

Le gratin dauphinois: discover the ingredients

Christmas-style zuccotto

Italian dessert

Christmas-style zuccotto: discover the ingredients

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