A pig roast is an event or gathering which involves the barbecuing of a whole hog (the castrated male pig or boar, bred for consumption at about 12 months old). Pig roasts in the mainland American Deep South are often referred to as a Pig pickin', although roasts are also a common occurrence in Cuba as well as the non-mainland American state of Hawaii, with roasts being done in the mainland states by descendents of other areas. Many families traditionally have a pig roast for Thanksgiving or Christmas, in Miami pig roasts are often held on Christmas Eve by Cuban families whereas families from Hawaii often hold a roast on memorial day.

In Puerto Rico, pig roasts occur year round, but happen in greater frequency as part of New Years Eve celebrations . In the Philippines, the roasted pig is referred to as "Lechon baboy." It is traditionally prepared for Christmas celebrations, but is also commonplace at birthday parties, weddings, Debuts, and family reunions.

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