Despite having Italian roots, the feast of the seven fishes is decidedly an Italian American tradition. The rules for this traditional Christmas Eve dinner are simple — no meat, lots of fish, and a whole lot of cooking, mingling, conversation, and wine.

The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a cherished Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition rooted in Catholic customs and Italian culinary heritage.

This holiday, a special “Feast of Seven Fishes Dinner” dinner is being served from December 19 to 24. Carmel at Buckhead will be serving the dinner that will be a celebration of the season’s finest flavours. Diners are being welcomed to taste a prix fixe menu, which includes a three course meal and dessert.

The tradition of the Feast of Seven Fishes originated in Sourthern Italy known as “La Vigilia” and La Strega is hosting a special dinner in honor of holiday. On Christmas Eve from 5-9 p.m., guests will enjoy a selection of delicious offerings through interactive food stations that will be set up throughout the restaurant.