The Best of International Christmas: Exploring Holiday Traditions Around the World with David and Christy Bock

Zero To Travel Podcast

Jason Moore

Entrepreneurship, Places & Travel, Business, Society & Culture

4.5 • 828 Ratings

🗓️ 24 December 2024

⏱️ 48 minutes

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What if you could travel the world without leaving your kitchen? Several years ago, to expand their children's geographic and cultural knowledge, David and Christy Bock decided to pick a country to learn and cook recipes from once a month. This unique practice has since evolved into a “Christmas Around the World” experience, where they've explored holiday customs and cuisines from 18 different countries. Explore the Bocks’ inspiring family tradition of celebrating Christmas through the food and customs of cultures around the globe. From Japan's fried chicken Christmas feast to Spain's whimsical "pooping log," this episode is a flavorful and fun exploration of global holiday traditions. You’ll learn how the Bocks turned a simple idea into a meaningful family tradition, discover fascinating and unexpected holiday customs, and get inspired to bring a little international flair to your holiday celebrations. Whether you're looking for creative family activities or want to explore the world through its festive flavors, this episode offers heartwarming stories, insights, and plenty of laughs. What’s one international holiday tradition or dish you’d love to try this year? I'd love to hear about it, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message. Premium Passport: Get ad-free episodes, exclusive content, and access to all episodes for only $3/month. Subscribe now! Tune In To Learn: How the Bocks started their “Christmas Around the World” tradition and its impact on their family The surprising connection between a popular fast food joint and Christmas in Japan The legend of Mexico’s poinsettia flower and its ties to modern-day Christmas How Spain’s “pooping log” (Caga Tió) became a beloved holiday icon Unique culinary highlights from countries like Armenia, Nigeria, and New Zealand Why Armenia is an underrated destination for festive food How exploring global traditions can deepen cultural understanding And so much more Resources: Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport Sign up for our FREE newsletter Get in touch with David and Christy Follow on Instagram The Atlas of Christmas: The Merriest, Tastiest, Quirkiest Holiday Traditions From Around the World by Alex Palmer The Legend of the Icelandic Yule Lads by Heidi Herman The Legend of the Poinsettia by Tomie dePaola I Am Tama, Lucky Cat: A Japanese Legend by Wendy Henrichs The Legend of Old Befana by Tomie dePaola Frohliche Weihnachten: Learning Songs and Traditions in German by Linda Ravenhorst Want More? 10th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular 9th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular 8th Annual Norwegian Christmas Spectacular Thanks To Our Sponsors Defender - Explore the full lineup at landroverusa.com Fruition - Use code TRAVEL20 for 20% off your first three months and visualize your full financial picture Women Who Travel Podcast - Pack your bags and go on a journey with the Women Who Travel podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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