LL-L 'Traditions 2010.12.21 (02) [EN]

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 L O W L A N D S - L - 21 December 2011 - Volume 02
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From:  Roger Thijs rogerthijs at yahoo.com
Subject: LL-L Traditions

I experienced a tradition today in St-Louis I didn't see before.
It is called "Pot Luck".

On the Pot Luck day everybody prepares at noon food for the collegues, and
this turned into a very large buffet.
I tasted little meatballs prepared in at least 15 different ways.
I could have done a similar tour among the chicken wings, but I don't
particulary like these goodies.
(I contributed myself with "healthy" cookies from Trader Joe).

Does somebody know where this tradition is coming from?

Regards,
Roger

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From: R. F. Hahn <sassisch at yahoo.com>
Subject: Traditions

Hi, Roger!

I hope you are having fun in good old Missouri.

I've been led to believe that the potluck tradition began in England.
Nowadays it is not confined to North America but can be found in many
former British colonies as well. But, yes, it is a big deal in North
America.

The idea is that at a gathering all participants bring one or more dishes
of their own and share them with others. So it ends up being a buffet. It
can be a lot of fun and is very common at any time of the year. They are
typical for parties of coworkers, clubs and faith communities.

Of course, not all types of dishes are suitable for potlucks. Best suited
are those that do not spoil easily, that can be easily transported and that
can be served at room temperature. This would explain the repetitiveness
you experienced.

Merry Christmas, folks!

Reinhard/Ron
Seattle, USA

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