A traditional Christmas meal often consists of a turkey or roast beef, along with mashed potatoes, vegetables, gravy, and stuffing. Some families also include side dishes like sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and green bean casserole. Desserts such as pies, cakes, or fruit mince pies are also popular, and a classic Christmas drink is mulled wine or eggnog. However, Christmas meals can vary from culture to culture and family to family, and many people also enjoy eating traditional dishes from their own backgrounds and cultures.