France

It's a country celebrated for its fine cuisine. Unfortunately, over the festive period Father Christmas (or Père Noël as he's known here) doesn't see what all the fuss is about. That's because children are more concerned with feeding his donkey, Gui, by filling their shoes with carrots. Santa takes these - and has to leave small stocking fillers in their place.

United States

Tastier times across the Atlantic: it's all about milk and cookies in the U.S. Yum.

Argentina

Further south Santa's treated to his first glug of alcohol in the form of a boozy apple cider called sidra, which is used to toast on Christmas Eve.

Ireland

More grog on the Emerald Isle. This time it's national drink, Guinness, which is left instead of sherry. Other than that the Irish serve up the same little snacks as us Brits.

Chile

Santa should head over to Chile next. Here he can expect to soak up the drink with a slice of traditional treat, pan de Pascua — a sponge cake with ginger, honey, and candied fruit. Delicious.

Denmark

Finally to Denmark where Santa's elves (known as the Nisser) get their just rewards with a bowl of rice pudding, or risengrød. It's also served to family and friends on Christmas Eve, traditionally with one almond hidden in the dessert. Whoever is served the nut can expect to have good luck for the coming year.