Feel the bonhomie behind these Goan Easter traditions

MIDNIGHT MASS

It doesn’t quite feel like Easter unless you attend the midnight service in church. Attending midnight services is a meaningful Easter tradition for most Goans.

ROAST CHICKEN

Preparing roast chicken on important occasions is becoming increasingly popular in Goan homes and Easter is one such event when this popular dish is enjoyed as part of the festive tradition of food.

FAMILY MEAL

The festive dining table on Easter Sunday has a scrumptious spread of Goan delicacies including pulao, chicken and red meat dishes. And, sharing a meal brings families together.

EASTER EGG HUNT

After the Easter midnight mass, quite a few families come back home and break open Easter eggs, which symbolises Jesus’ resurrection from the dead.

HOMEMADE WINE

During Lent, the average Goan abstains from alcohol. So, at Easter time, a glass of delicious homemade wine generally makes it to the festive meal. Saude!

MUSIC AND DANCING

Singing and dancing before a festive meal is a cherished tradition in some families, especially when one or more family members are blessed with musical talents.

WEDDING SEASON

Catholic weddings are not held during the penitential season of Lent. However, with Easter, the floodgates open for the wedding season.

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