Why is it that Santa eats cookies and drinks milk? What's with the holiday tradition?

As Santa is an idol of children, it would be bad form indeed for him to request beer and cigarettes.

Have you ever wondered how Santa "holds it" all night considering all the milk he drinks...

Actually it is the US that does that, and it is desert, because before he gets here, he has had beer, sherry, and mince pies. Check out this link that explains what other countries leave out.

www.mnn.com/family/family-activities/blogs/what-do-kids-arou