If you’ve been scrolling through your Instagram feed filled with couples cozying up by the fire, dreaming of finding your own “person,” here’s some good news: eating 12 grapes under the table on New Year’s Eve could be your ticket to finding love in 2025. Yep, you read that right—grapes. Twelve of them. Under the table. And it’s a thing. A very serious, very delicious thing. And I am sure you all have seen it on Instagram by now, cause it’s all over everyone’s feed. I mean only if you are single. And if you still don’t believe in this, well our Gloria (Sofía Vergara) from Modern Family also thinks its legit.
The origins of the 12 grapes tradition
But where did this wild idea come from? Turns out, it hails from sunny Spain, of all places. Legend has it that grape farmers in Alicante dreamed up this tradition in the early 1900s, desperate to offload surplus grapes. What better way than to tie it to a superstition, right? Over the years, the idea of lucky grapes has spread to parts of Latin America and even across the pond. Why 12 grapes? One for each month of the year, plus one for each chime of the midnight bell. Fail to eat all 12 before the last bell, and boom—bad luck. No thanks.
Why the 12 grapes under the table trick works
Now, here’s where things get really interesting. Eating grapes under the table isn’t just about luck—it’s said to boost your love life for the coming year. Some believe that popping those 12 grapes while hiding under the table heightens your chances of finding “the one.” It’s like a clandestine love spell you didn’t know you needed. Picture this: you, hunched over at midnight, trying to shove grapes into your mouth while everyone else is kissing their loved ones. Quirky? Absolutely. Effective? A surprising number of people seem to think so.
The Instagram effect
It wouldn’t be a Gen Z tradition if it didn’t have roots in Instagram reels. Social media influencers are all about embracing quirky rituals that promise to make life better, and this one is no exception. Whether it’s tagging along to midnight bell chimes with friends or sharing your own grape-eating ritual, everyone’s looking for a little love magic. The sheer novelty of the tradition makes it perfect for those spontaneous NYE posts—and who doesn’t want a cute story for 2025?
So, should you try it?
If you’re single, still hopelessly scrolling through dating apps, or just someone looking for a bit of luck, we say—why not? What do you have to lose? Pop those grapes, hide under the table, and embrace the chaos of your love life. Whether it works or not, at least you’ll have a quirky NYE memory to look back on. After all, who knows? Maybe 2025 is your year for endless giggles and love found under the table.
