Three Kings in Perpignan
This French tradition of serving a frangipane filled tart actually dates back to the 14th century.
A pre-Covid look at New Year’s Day in Collioure
Don’t say Happy New Year before midnight on the 31st
December 28th is a religious holiday in Spanish-speaking countries.
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These pooey Catalan traditions may shed some light on the popular Catalan saying
“menja bé, caga fort i no tinguis por a la mort!” (Eat well, poo strong and don’t be afraid of death!)
Cure the hang over and kick start the new year with a brisk dip in the Med with swimming club la Palme catalane in Canet en Roussillon at 11.30am
A santon is a small figurine, usually made out of clay and used in nativity scenes.
In some towns and villages, these Nativity scenes come out onto the streets, life-size, to convey the essence of the festivities