The traditional meal for Christmas in Argentina is usually a combination of roasted meats, including beef, pork, and chicken. The meats are typically seasoned with spices and served with side dishes such as rice, potatoes, and vegetables. For dessert, many people enjoy a variety of pastries and sweets, including dulce de leche-filled empanadas and alfajores, which are a type of sandwich cookie filled with dulce de leche. Other common desserts include flan, natilla, and panettone. In addition, it's common to drink mate, a traditional Argentine tea.