Merry Christmas or Veselé Vánoce?

Veselé vánoce – and many thanks for the carp and potato salad. Now, what about that figgy Christmas pudding?

Guest Writer | 20.12.2011

Who brings the presents when traditions mix — Ježíšek, Santa Claus, or both?

In today’s Czech Republic, it’s ever more likely holiday celebrations will include a family member from another country. Alongside the carp and potato salad that Czechs traditionally serve up on Dec. 24 (in lieu of a Christmas goose, turkey or ham), what are the festivities like for ‘mixed couples’? And how do their kids see the gift-bearers Ježíšek (baby Jesus) and Santa Claus?

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