The holiday season is known for delicious food and with Hannukah and Christmas falling during the same time, there are so many delectable, traditional dishes to be enjoyed. But L.A. is known for being a little bit unusual, so we asked our Instagram followers what non-traditional food they’ll be sharing with loved ones this season.
We asked the same question at Thanksgiving and got some scrumptious answers. And this time we got even more tasty inspiration for our holiday menus. Keep reading to see what Angelenos are chowing down on this holiday season.
Meat, Meat, And.. Fish
- What even is traditional Christmas food? I’m making a brisket, and au gratin potatoes and brunch.
- Ribs😋
- Pulled pork sliders
- Yellowtail fish
Hannukah Delights
- Jewish so it will be Hannukah food this year lol like latkes
- Latkes
- Thai take out. 🕎
All Sorts of Asian Dishes
- My own tradition is Chinese Food A La A Christmas Story
- Kung Pao chicken
- Sisig
- Dim sum and fried rice alongside tamales
Tasty Italian
- meat lasagna and fresh baked rustic loaves😌
- Manicotti
- Spaghetti and meatballs
Hispanic Dishes
- For Nochebuena, we’re having lomo con salsa picante, bacalao de Navidad, pastel imposible, y rompope 🤤😋😍
- Tamales 🫔
- Sweet corn cake platter to go from “El torito”
- Ceviche!
- Pan con palta 💚
Vegan Cuisine
- Tofurkey roast
- Vegan Stuffed shells
- Veggie, yellow curry!
Sides Of All Sorts
- Nacho cheese
- Creamed spinach
- Fondue on Xmas eve 👏
Delectable Desserts
- Pavlova…
- Marshmallow Peeps 🐥
- Special brownies
- Lemon pie 🍋
- Key lime pie! 🍋🟩