Celebrating 8 favorite holiday traditions worldwide

 

Food is at the heart of many holiday traditions around the world. 

Did you know that in Central America, Cargill’s chicken production jumps by 23% during December? Or that in Australia, summer BBQs in December and January fire up the holiday spirit?

Cargill provides many of the quality ingredients that make holiday dishes unforgettable. Here’s a closer look at how these traditions come to life around the world.

 

Holiday dinner ideas: tamales and chicken

From tamales to stuffed roasts, chicken stars in many traditional Central American Christmas dishes. Cargill is increasing chicken production to meet seasonal demand in countries like Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. 

 

Sauces and sweets? Not a side dish in Brazil

Cargill’s products — including Pomarola sauces and Genuine™ chocolate — are key ingredients in Brazilian seasonal meals. That’s because these celebrations focus on tomato-based sauces, olive oils and desserts sweetened with Truvia. 

 

Christmas dinner a dozen ways

Cargill’s frying oils play a role in preparing Poland’s Christmas Eve meal, called wigilia. These tables feature 12 meatless dishes, including pierogi dumplings, beetroot soup and poppy seed cake.

 

Special occasions call for steak

Whether it’s a T-bone or filet mignon, more and more American families are loving Christmas red... meat. Four Sixes® brand provides premium steak cuts that have become a holiday centerpiece in the U.S.  

 

Holiday meals made better with salt

Diamond Crystal Salt® is a key ingredient for home chefs during the holidays. That's because you can use this salt for marinating meats or for baking holiday treats.

 

Crispy traditions in Japan

Cargill supplies the chicken for FamilyMart’s popular Famichiki, a favorite Christmas day tradition in Japan. Fried chicken has become a beloved part of holiday celebrations in Japan for its convenience and flavor.

 

Holiday dinners on the barbie

In Australia, summer BBQs are central to holiday celebrations, with beef and seafood at the forefront. Cargill — through its partnership with Teys — provides high-quality beef for seasonal grills.

 

Don’t forget your furry friends!

The holiday season is a great time to connect with family and loved ones around the world. That includes our pets. People around the world look to Loyall Life® to serve their furry family members some holiday cheer.

 

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