Holidays are reminders of who you are and where you come from. Christmas, Independence Day and Thanksgiving are not just days off from work and school. They are about the people that surround you, the memories you share, and – of course – the delicious food that you consume.
Family traditions are a common thread that forever bind us to those with whom we have shared countless celebrations and special occasions. More often than not, special memories with your family revolve around mealtime traditions. Whether it's scarfing down turkey the day after Thanksgiving or enjoying a delicious clambake during a breezy Labor Day, we all remember those delicious pastimes we've shared with loved ones.
Below are our favorite family traditions, created in partnership with New York Life. Does your family have a special holiday meal tradition that isn't on this list? Let us know in the comments below!
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If you are looking to throw your own Chinese New Year brunch, this collection of traditional dim sum recipes will help you get into the good luck spirit. And don't forget to wear red!
To wow your family with the crispiest, tastiest fish, check out this recipe for a Louisiana-style fish fry. Holiday ham will be the furthest thing from their minds.
Though the Pilgrims (likely) didn't eat our traditional foods during the Thanksgiving feast, we are lucky that this tradition has stuck, giving us days upon days of delicious family meals. Check out how to make the ultimate Thanksgiving Leftover Panini here.
If you want to throw a Feast of the Seven Fishes like a real Italian family man, check out Mario Batali's how-to guide.
Looking to get your family in on this lovely Southern tradition? Follow these tried-and-true instructions for throwing the ultimate Richmond-style oyster roast.
One of the most important parts of a clambake is saying goodbye to summer with the freshest, most delicious side dishes. Follow these instructions for a corn on the cob dish that will impress all your family and friends.
For an authentic taste of the European delicacy, try this matzah ball recipe from Manischewitz.