Feast of the seven fishes

Posts about seafood written by Melissa Latin

Celebrated by Italian-American families across the U.S., the Feast of Seven Fishes commemorates the wait for the midnight birth of Jesus, or the Vigilia di Natale. This year, start your own family tradition with these festive, Italian-inflected seafood recipes, from lobster fra diavolo (spicy lobster with pasta in tomato sauce) to sauteed sole topped with olives.

We’re celebrating Christmas Eve Italian-style with the Feast of the Seven Fishes. We invite you to take part in the tradition!

Melina Hammer's season cookbook is ready for shelves.

To Italians, Christmas Eve is all about the fish. If you want some feast of seven fishes ideas, here are some truly tempting seafood recipes!

Feast of the Seven Fishes! The most delicious seven-course menu featuring traditional and creative seafood recipes to celebrate Christmas Eve.

Celebrate an unforgettable Italian Christmas Eve with these seven fishes recipes for Italian Christmas Eve! This traditional feast is packed with delicious seafood dishes that bring flavor and joy to your holiday table. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, these traditional Italian Christmas Eve feast of seven fishes ideas will guide you. Explore Italian seven fishes dinner ideas and make this holiday meal a cherished tradition!

The Feast of the Seven Fishes, an Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition, means lots and lots of seafood dishes. Celebrate with friends and family with these all-seafood apps and mains. And don't forget the wine. Salute!

Chewy ciabatta bread is baked with a cheesy, herby shrimp mixture until melty and hot.

Do you need a full menu of Feast of the 7 Fishes Christmas Eve recipes, or just an easy seafood dish to add to your holiday menu? Here's your guide! 45 of the very best seafood recipes for your celebration. Pin this one to your favorite board today and you'll be ready for the holidays.