Black New Year Traditions That Will Bring You Good Luck

This year, Americans have battled a plethora of issues including inflation, an unaffordable housing market, and even lingering COVID cases that have seen an uptick this winter. 

Black Americans in particular have been drastically impacted by many of these issues. But, at the end of every year, there is an opportunity to look to the future with hopes that the next year will be better than the last. 

Black folks would rather not leave their fate to chance, instead, they have implemented all types of luck-stirring New Year traditions that have been passed down for generations. 

So, if you’re planning to get together with the family this year, try whipping up one of these tasty meals or implementing some of these strategies to help bring in a whole pot full of luck for 2024.

1.  Black-Eyed Peas

We love Blacked-eyed peas and rice so much, that we published a whole op-ed piece about just how much we can’t get enough of sinking our teeth into the tasty holiday delicacy.

There are a couple of theories about the delicious cowpea, the central ingredient behind the dish. Some sources believe that as the peas boil to perfection in the pot, that the dense aroma and swelling of the tasty legume are said to symbolize abundance and prosperity for the new year. You can also add tomatoes to the dish, which can help usher in a boatload of luck in terms of health and wellness for 2024.

2. Collard Greens

Collard Greens go perfectly with that steamy pot of black-eyed peas. The rich dark green color of the vegetable can symbolize wealth and prosperity for the new year, so make sure to eat up!

3. Cornbread

There’s nothing like diving face-first into a sweet buttery piece of cornbread during New Year’s dinner. Luckily for you, chopping down on a few pieces of the fluffy treat could help bring you more disposable income in 2024, according to USA Today.

4. Red Velvet Cake 

Who doesn’t love Red Velvet cake? The rich and creamy dessert…