How does Europe do New Year? How they celebrate in their home countries
From smashing pomegranates to donning red underwear, poultry avoidance to Bulgarian whipping boys...
Why do Greeks gamble on New Year’s Eve?
“The one who loses in the game of cards, wins in love”
Podariko: The Greek New Year’s custom is still alive
The Podariko custom is attributed to Bishop Gregory of Nyssa (c. 335 – c. 395)