Each region of the country seems to have a traditional dish that is served on New Years Day. When I lived 
in the North it was always Pork and Sauerkraut. IF you like sauerkraut (which I do!) the house smelled incredible! Probably not a prime time to be showing your home for days to come! HAHA From what I understand it was Pennsylvania-Dutch. Also, heavy German influence. Anyhow, it HAD to be eaten on New Year's Day to bring luck and good fortune for the New Year.
I remember that we always had mashed potatoes with it, too. I kind of miss that but Jon and Liam can't stand sauerkraut so I usually just grab it at a restaurant when I can.
Here in the South I had to get used to new traditions. The Finley family has Black-Eyed Peas cooked with a ham hock and Collard Greens for New Year's Day. It took a little getting used to for me and I, of course, had to learn how to cook it but, I must say, not too bad! From what I understand the 
collards represent money and the black eyed peas are a symbol of abundance. This is totally a Southern tradition!
I was curious - what are some of the traditions in other parts of the country such as the Mid-West? The North West?
Regardless of your tradition, I wish you peace, love and prosperity in the year to come!
~Ciao
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