children leave a sock near the fireplace for gifts and treats for Santa and his reindeer. And in the morning get the gifts requested from Santa by sending him a letter with the smoke from the fireplace. December 25 close friends and relatives gather for dinner and it's time to exchange gifts. Usually the gifts piled under the tree and traditionally handed out by lot. The main dish is, of course, Turkey, plum pudding and Christmas crackers, which are baked surprises.