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U Pan de Natale

Monaco, Monaco

Sweet circular Christmas loaf decorated with four walnuts in the shape of a cross, with sprigs of olive and orange tree placed in the centre; traditionally served during Christmastide in Monaco; a ritual bread tying food to Monegasque religious tradition.

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What it is

A closer look at U Pan de Natale.

Sweet circular Christmas loaf decorated with four walnuts in the shape of a cross, with sprigs of olive and orange tree placed in the centre; traditionally served during Christmastide in Monaco; a ritual bread tying food to Monegasque religious tradition.

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The loaf should be circular, decorated with walnuts in a cross pattern; olive and orange sprigs placed in the centre; served during Christmastide; a ritual bread unique to Monaco; the olive branch connects to the Monegasque Christmas 'rite of the olive branch'.

Where it belongs

Origins and
traditions.

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Native to

Monaco, Monaco

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Names around the table

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