In Germany, people typically eat a traditional Christmas meal on December 24th called "Weihnachtsessen" or "Christmas Eve Dinner." The meal usually includes dishes like roast goose or duck with red cabbage and dumplings, potato salad, sausages, and other meat dishes. Desserts often include stollen, a fruit-filled bread, and marzipan. In some regions, a special dish called "Buche de Noel" is prepared, which is a rolled cake filled with cream. It's a special occasion, so families gather together and share this festive meal.