: A staple at Christmas markets across France, particularly in Alsace. It is red wine simmered with cinnamon, orange, cloves, and star anise. Chocolat Chaud
: Particularly in Provence, families serve 13 different sweets to represent Jesus and the 12 apostles, including nuts, dried fruits, and " " (a flat bread) Galette des Rois french christmas celebration part 2 hot
Many homes feature a Nativity scene ( une crèche ), often populated with Santons —hand-painted terracotta figurines representing traditional village characters like the baker or the shepherd. The Festive Stretch : A staple at Christmas markets across France,
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