1. You drink mine, I'll drink yours
Nowadays, no toast is complete without the clinking of the glasses. It is such a part of our lives that we automatically do it. But back in Medieval Times colliding the goblets and flagons, made of wood and metal, was a must. The collisions caused the contents of glasses to spill over and intermix, symbolizing a trust that neither companion is trying to poison the other. Yeah, we know, poisoning someone is not on your Christmas wish list, but toasting with your glass is always fun right?
2. Portuguese Wine
If you happened to have dinner at your Portuguese neighbours this season, don’t show up with a bottle of Bordeaux. Portuguese wine tradition dates back to the ancient days of the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans, and the Portuguese wear their wine history like a badge of honor. So bringing anything but Portuguese wine upon arrival is considered an insult to both the host and country.
3. The King of Christmas wine
Mulled wine has gained the reputation of The King of Christmas Wines, because of its rich tradition in many European countries. This belly-warming spiced wine has been enjoyed during the cold months of winter. Though we don’t have cold winters in Curaçao, we do have very cold air conditioners. So next time you are cold, heat up and spice up your wine.
4. Wine Popsicle anyone?
In Moldova, wine was once eaten as often as it was drunk. Their habit was to concentrate wine by freezing it for consumption at a later date. Could be a tasty snack for grown ups!
5. One for My Homies
We’ve all seen it. Members of the hip-hop culture pouring some beer out of their 40s on the ground. To them, this is a little something for their fallen friends. But spilling a few drops of wine on the ground has been a Georgian tradition for centuries. This was their way of remembering the beloved deceased. So if you want to remember your loved ones during this holiday season, go ahead!! Just make sure you are not standing in a carpeted room.
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