Since then, the night has evolved into a New Year's Eve tradition that includes prayer ... and it is believed to bring good fortune to those who eat it. Some other common dishes include: candied ...

More about Watch Night: Good old New Year’s “It was a way ... music and — much like a traditional New Year’s Eve party — a countdown to midnight. According to the Smithsonian article ...

To rack up "extra good-luck points," participants attempt ... when an extra loaf of bread is baked so it is stale by New Year's Eve. Then that night, you beat the bread against the walls and ...

CNN once again turned to Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen to host its live programming, with New Year’s Eve Live With Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen leading all cable programming for the night ...

If you're looking to escape the city and head south, you'll want to check out First Night Ocean City on New Year's Eve. The Music Pier kickoff and ribbon cutting begins at 3:45 p.m. Activities ...