WI members were given the opportunity to learn about Mexican traditions during a recent meeting.
For the final meeting of 2025, the Rooksdown Revellers WI heard from one of the members about her visit to Mexico City during the last Christmas period.
Highlighting food and festivals, Christmas in Mexico City is different from British celebrations. The festivities start from December 12 to January 6.
In Oaxaca City, Mexico, a special event called The Night of the Radishes is celebrated annually on December 23.
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More than 100 local artisans participate in a competition to carve oversized radishes into various scenes, mostly representing the nativity.
This festivity attracts thousands of visitors each year.
The speaker further explained Mexican New Year traditions.
On New Year's Day, it is usual in some areas to throw lentils over people's heads for good luck.
On New Year's Eve, it is a tradition to eat 12 grapes at midnight, with each grape representing a wish for each month of the coming year.
The meeting rounded off with an enjoyable 'Secret Santa,' which was managed by the WI president.
The upcoming gathering in January, the first of 2026, promises an Indian feast to keep the members warm.
The WI meets every fourth Thursday of the month at Sycamore Hall, Winklebury.
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