In Italy boxing day is known as Santo Stefano, which holds great religious significance. Since I am not a devout follower, I will not go into the long explanation of who Stefano was- it's a long story dating back to around 33 AD.
Most of us in Australia associate boxing day with spending time in long lines waiting to buy the latest bargain after fighting another person for the last gadget on the shelve. However, here in Italy the focus is on spending time at home with family. Boxing day has always been a special day for me in Australia spent with my family- today I reminisce of spending hours sitting around the table with them and how I sincerely miss this.
The lead up to Christmas here has been a none stop food marathon, our bellies are well and truly full. My Christmas day literally included around 30 courses (I am not complaining). After such indulgence, it it common for dinner on Christmas night or on boxing day to eat soup- something much lighter. A typical example is 'tortellini in brodo'- although so simple to prepare it is really one of my favourite things to eat. Search this blog on how to make!
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