The Joulupoyta (Christmas table) has a selection of dishes surrounding a ham, normally served with mustard and bread. Fish accompanies the ham and laatikot, a liver and raisin casserole, provides a must-have side dish, along with potatoes, rice and carrots.
Fried Carp and Roasted Peacock: How the World Cooks Christmas Dinner
Stuffing a turkey and dousing it in gravy isn’t the only way to celebrate Christmas with a meal. While the U.S. has some regional Christmas dinner offerings, taking a scan around the globe provides an even broader variety of culinary traditions.