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8 Lucky New Year's Foods From Around the World

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8 Lucky New Year's Foods From Around the World

Soba noodles
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Soba noodles

In Japan, soba noodles are eaten on New Year’s Eve, either for dinner or as a snack. Toshikoshi Soba or “Passing the Year Noodles” are made from buckwheat and are associated with longevity. Buckwheat is a resilient plant that pops back up even after being battered by the weather, making this grain a symbol of resilience. According to Lonely Planet, it’s not bad table manners to slurp your noodles — it is even expected! However, you should finish your slurping before the clock strikes midnight because eating soba on New Year’s Day is considered bad luck!

Happy New Year in Japanese: Akemashite Omedetô Gozaimasu!

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