Easter is a symbol of new life, fertility and rebirth.

Seven Ways to Celebrate Easter Beyond Europe

Sudi Pigott, 28.03.2024

There’s a whole world of ingredients beyond eggs, incorporated in Easter culinary customs that reflect just how differently cultures across the globe mark festivities.

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Fanesca is a soup made only at Easter – traditionally on Holy Thursday though often enjoyed throughout Easter after traditional processions. The recipe includes salt cod, squash, garlic and spices plus many types of fresh and dried beans and grains. Traditionally twelve types of grains symbolising the twelve apostles of Jesus were used.

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