Christmas in Brazil: A Summer Celebration

Most people imagine Christmas with snow and hot chocolate, but in Brazil, it means beaches,

fireworks, and palm trees wrapped in lights. Christmas here is a tropical twist

on tradition, deeply rooted in Catholic values, family, and the joy

of the summer sun. The main event is the Ceia de Natal on

Christmas Eve. Families gather late for a massive feast, and at midnight,

the celebration truly begins. We feast on pork, ham,

and the essential Farofa, followed by desserts like Panettone and the legendary Taça

da Felicidade cup. Even Papai Noel wears silk to survive the heat. From the floating