St. Martin's Day celebrations begin at the eleventh minute of the eleventh hour of this eleventh day of the eleventh month (that is, at 11:11 am on November 11). In others, the festivities commence on St. Martin's Eve (that is, on November 10). Bonfires are built and children carry lanterns in the streets after dark, singing songs for which they are rewarded with candy. "Martinloben" is celebrated as a collective festival. Events include art exhibitions, wine tastings, and live music. “Martinigansl” (roasted goose) is the traditional dish of the season. In Austria St. Martin's Day is celebrated the same way as in Germany.The
Andrew S. Gilbert Andrew S. Gilbert Andrew S. Gilbert is an Australian actor best known for his AFI Award-winning role in "Kiss or Kill" and other supporting work in "Look Both Ways" and "The Dish" and his recent role as Gavin Braithwaite on the ABC series, "Bed of Roses". He is also known for his collaboration with Director David Caesar on his films "Idiot Box", "Mullet", "Dirty Deeds" and "Prime Mover". He has been nominated for the AFI Award three times for "Kiss or Kill", "Mullet" and "Paperback Hero", winning for the earlier. His daughters Olive, Miranda and Violet appeared alongside him in