Part of Auckland Heritage Festival 2026. Discover traditions of the mid-winter feast in Europe, Christmas dinner in colonial NZ and the 12-course Polish Christmas Eve Wigilia supper, with regional variations, in this illustrated talk.

2 interesting facts:

1. An empty seat is left at the table on Christmas Eve for an unexpected guest or to remember people who cannot be present.

2. The oldest recipe for gingerbread in Poland is from a 1725 medical book because it was a remedy for colds and indigestion.

Groups are welcome to book their own date and time. Ph 09 533 3530. Email phtmuseum@outlook.com