In Lithuania, if Kaledu Senelis, or Grandfather Christmas, appears to the children on Christmas Eve to hand out presents, the recipient must:
D) Perform a song or poem before receiving the gift
The gifts are usually given after the traditional Christmas feast of twelve meatless dishes, which itself does not begin until the first star appears.
Each diner at this special meal - the Kucios - must at least sample each of the dishes. |