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The Réveillon de Noël (Christmas Eve dinner) is the most important meal of the year. Traditionally: oysters, lobster, foie gras, capon, and the bûche.
The New Reality (2024): Three major shifts:
Pro tip: If invited to a French home, bring a alternative — a jar of vegan terrine. The host might cry or hug you. There is no middle ground.
Compared to the frenzy of the Réveillon, Christmas Day in France is surprisingly subdued.
