Who is changing Christmas dinner?
December 16, 2021 by DarcieThe traditional Christmas dinner in the UK seems to be evolving, at least according to the latest polls and Tesco Christmas Report. Young people – especially those in Generation Z – are changing what they eat for the holiday meal. Some classic dishes are all but disappearing on Christmas tables, while new items are being added.
Things on the way out include Christmas pudding, which is expected to appear on only 28 percent of tables this season overall, down from 44 percent last year. For those age 18 to 34, the number plummets to a mere 8 percent enjoying the dish. To replace the pudding, younger folks are reaching for chocolate desserts, cheesecake and ice cream.
Continuing with the dairy theme, although cheese remains a popular addition to Christmas meals, the type of cheese being consumed is changing. According to recent research, more young people are reaching for halloumi instead of the classics like cheddar, brie, and Stilton. Other items mentioned in the article are Brussels sprouts (going down), pigs in blankets (going up), and turkey (staying about the same).
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