7Baccalà

In many coastal regions, such as Campania and Veneto, Christmas Eve is celebrated with the Feast of the Seven Fishes, where seafood plays a starring role.

Baccalà, or salted cod, is often the highlight, served in various ways: fried, stewed, or baked with tomatoes, olives, and capers.

Baccalà is a humble yet flavorful dish that has become synonymous with Italian Christmas, especially for the traditional Christmas Eve “Vigilia” dinner.