Growing up like most kids, I loved Christmas day and opening presents alongside both of my sisters. But unlike most kids, I looked forward to Christmas Eve the most. That’s because like many Italians, we celebrated the Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve at my grandparent’s house.

I have a lot of fond memories going over to their house on Huffman Avenue for nearly two decades before they passed away. I always looked forward to the food, the presents, the laughter and fun with my cousins, aunts and uncles.