On the morning of January 6, many of those dreams come true. In the afternoon, family and friends gather to share the Rosca de Reyes, a traditional wreath-shaped bread made only during the first days of January.
Rosca de Reyes
The rosca is served with chocolate caliente and tamales. Hidden inside this delicious bread are several small Baby Jesus figurines. Each person cuts a slice of the rosca, and whoever finds a figurine must invite everyone present to a new party on February 2, Candelaria day.
On February 2, Candelaria day, the many Baby Jesus figurines are taken from the nativity scenes to the church to be blessed. Practically all the markets will clean, restore, paint, and dress these dolls for the occasion.
On this date, the nativity scene is finally put away until the next year, when the new Christmas season begins.
This marvelous season, filled with dreams and joy, ends quietly in a warm family gathering. And this is how Christmas is celebrated in Mexico.
¡Feliz Navidad!
