Carp!! Many people ask why Poles keep live fish in the bath. It wasn’t just for fun—it was about survival and freshness! During the difficult times of communism, buying a live carp was the only way to ensure your family had a fresh meal for Wigilia (Christmas Eve). People don’t really do it anymore. 😳 #fblifestyle | Polish Foodies - The Best Polish Food Recipes

🎄According to Polish tradition, a carp scale placed in a wallet is supposed to bring wealth and prosperity, but Gaculka debunks these superstitions for you ✨🥰 Merry Christmas Everyone! ✨ #MerryChristmas #reptilelover #govegan | Aleksandra Kornelia Maj DVM

🐟 Why is there a carp in the bathtub?!? Wigilia is a uniquely Polish Christmas tradition. It is centered around food, family, cleaning and stars. It is the dinner consumed on Christmas Eve; however, the customs and celebration surrounding the event go on for days. Traditionally, a live Carp fish was brought home and kept in the bathtub for days until it was time to cook it as the main dish for dinner; today, most people simply buy ready-to-cook Carp filets. Learn more about this uniquely Polish

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