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39 Dishes from the First Christmas Menu, Published in 1660
If the thought of planning Christmas dinner makes you nervous, be glad you don't have to prepare 11 different types of birds.
HOLIDAYS
7 Christmas Foods of Yesteryear
Over the centuries, yuletide revelers have enjoyed far different culinary fare than we do today. These historical Christmas dishes are sure to confuse—or tantalize—your taste buds.
14 Delicious Latkes From Across the Country
They may not be the most traditional, but these creative latkes are more than worth your time this Hanukkah.
Traffic Problem Areas to Avoid on Your Holiday Travels
Tis the season for travel nightmares.
The Holly Jolly History of the Santa Suit
Santa Claus didn't always wear boots and a suit of red.
15 Cool Christmas Trees From Around the World
You'll never look at the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree the same way again.
See the Damage Those Home Alone Booby Traps Would Do in Real Life
Harry and Marv shouldn't have made it out alive.
America’s First Theme Park Was All Santa, All the Time
When Santa Land opened in Indiana in 1946, it was America's first theme park.
20 Heartwarming Stories That Will Brighten Your Holiday Season
Though the holiday season can be fraught with stress and a last-minute to-do list, it’s also a time of extreme generosity.
10 Sweet Facts About Candy Canes
There's a lot to know about this simple holiday treat.
Why Did NORAD Start Tracking Santa?
On December 24, 1955, the red telephone at the Continental Air Defense Command Operations Center started to ring. When they picked up the phone, a little girl asked an unexpected question: “Are you really Santa Claus?”
10 International Recipes for Traditional Holiday Desserts
Every generation can agree on the importance of a sweet treat after dinner.
How Much Would It Cost to be Santa Claus?
And you thought your holiday shopping list was long!
11 Holiday Carols from Around the World
To see how the rest of the world 'pa-rum-pum-pum-pums,' check out these global holiday songs.
15 New Year's Superstitions From Around the World
In Argentina, beans aren't just prized for their fiber content—they're also considered to be a lucky New Year's Eve dish.
When It Comes to Gift-Giving, the Thought Doesn't Matter After All
Don't feel bad about selecting a gift that isn't surprising, novel, or unique.
Are Santa's Visits Legal?
When that jolly old elf shimmies down your chimney, is he actually breaking the law?
This Supercut Fits 400 Versions of A Christmas Carol Into One Movie
Watch 173 years of adaptations in under an hour.
15 Shocking Facts About Holiday Shopping
Holiday shopping can account for up to 30 percent of a retailer's annual sales.
All the Presidents' Menus: What First Families Eat on Christmas
Washington really knew how to throw a dinner party.
Look Up Tonight! The Geminid Meteor Shower Is Here
It's the time of the year when a mysterious visitor showers all the world with wonder and joy. That's right: Asteroid 3200 Phaethon is coming to town.
James Edgar, the Pioneering Department Store Santa
In 1890, Edgar donned a Santa costume near Boston—and children went absolutely out of their minds.
National Forests Offer Permits for Guests Looking to Take Home Christmas Trees
Permits start at $5 for adults.
6 Places That Celebrate Christmas Year-Round
The holiday season doesn't have to end with the new year. From Alaska to Tennessee, here are six towns where Yule is a 365-day affair.