Did you know that in some parts of Galicia, there was a traditional figure called the Apalpador, meaning the Touchy-Feeler or the Groper, who would bring chestnuts for children and feel their bellies to see if they had enough to eat? Chestnuts were (and still are) a vital part of Galician cuisine. Today, the tradition is being recovered in order to replace the role of the Three Kings or Santa Claus. Now he does not only bring chestnuts but presents as well.
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Did you know that in some parts of Galicia, there was a traditional figure called the Apalpador, meaning the Touchy-Feeler or the Groper, who would bring chestnuts for children and feel their bellies to see if they had enough to eat? Chestnuts were (and still are) a vital part of Galician cuisine. Today, the tradition is being recovered in order to replace the role of the Three Kings or Santa Claus. Now he does not only bring chestnuts but presents as well.