A Lenten Soup So Good the Memory of It Lasts a Whole YearFanesca is a traditional labor-intensive soup served during Lent in Ecuador.The tradition of making and selling fanesca soup in the United States has been carried on for over 40 years.
On combined Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday, religious leaders say you can partake in bothAsh Wednesday, a somber and reflective holiday, falls on the same day as Valentine's Day this year.Religious leaders suggest that people can still celebrate Valentine's Day while adhering to their Lenten obligations.