In Argentina, there is a popular New Year's tradition involving the ritual of the twelve grapes. This custom, common in Spanish-speaking countries, especially in Spain and some regions of Latin America, is aimed at attracting good luck and prosperity for each month of the coming year. It is a symbolic and joyful way to welcome the new year with hope and positivity. The ritual consists of people gathering around a table a few minutes before midnight. With each chime of the clock, they eat one grape, trying to eat all twelve before the last chime ends. Each grape symbolizes one month of the upcoming year, and eating them quickly is considered a guarantee of luck for the entire year. To avoid choking, some people peel the grapes or buy seedless varieties. Besides grapes, Argentina has another interesting tradition related to gifts. While pink underwear is often given for Christmas, it is customary to give white underwear for New Year's. This gift symbolizes purity and renewal, the desire to start the new year with a clear mind and a pure heart, leaving behind negative experiences. The color white is also associated with peace, harmony, and attracting prosperity. By giving such a gift, people express their hopes for peace with themselves and the world, as well as for love and happiness in the coming year. This tradition has become a symbolic way to share good wishes and predictions for the future.
