Christmas is very important to the people of Malta. Most people on Malta are Catholics and sually the churches are full with people. Maltese people have a wide range of food at Christmas. Traditionally, people kept the fattest capon/rooster, 'hasi', especially for Christmas Lunch, which was roasted at the local bakery in a casserole full of potatoes and vegetables. Today the traditional Maltese menu has made way for Christmas Turkey.