Is there such a thing as lucky food? Some people certainly think so. In various cultures around the world, certain foods have been thought to be lucky for generations and generations. Black-eyed peas (said to symbolize good fortune) are a traditional, if Southern, lucky food in America. There are many others. Check out the following links for a few interesting and entertaining stories on lucky food from around the world.
Epicurious, “Lucky Foods for the New Year.”
Good Housekeeping, “Good Luck Foods for New Year’s Day.”
Fox News, “Ring in the New Year with Good Luck Food.”
Delish.com, “Eat Yourself Lucky, Good Luck Foods for New Years Day.”
Of course the crew here at AthleticFoodie thinks you can make some of your own good luck by eating healthy food EVERY day of the year. Happy New Year’s!!!
I sure hope all these things are right, because I definitely forced some hoppin’ John on my black-eye-pea-hating husband yesterday! Ha.
Best to you in 2012!