What do raisins, candied orange peel, figs, and cherries have to do with Christmas? More than you might think. Long before refrigeration and supermarkets, people found ways to capture the sweetness of…
Imagine a stew that's rich with toasted walnuts, brightened by the sweet-tart flavour of pomegranates, and slow-cooked until it becomes as dark as polished mahogany. It may sound unusual, but for…
What if one of Trinidad's most beloved Christmas foods could tell the story of an entire island? Wrapped in a simple banana leaf, this dessert might look humble at first glance. But hidden inside is a…
How did spices once worth fortunes help shape this regional specialty? Why did a humble sausage become so deeply connected to Christmas? And what can one holiday dish reveal about centuries of life in…
While many associate it with New Year's Day across the American South, its roots in Virginia and the broader Tidewater region reveal something deeper: a culinary tradition shaped by movement,…
This dessert is made from leftovers, and started in medieval Europe. It can be made any time of the year but especially comes out during the holidays. It's a combination of culinary resourcefulness,…
Some cookies cooperate. Zimtsterne do not. And yet, every December, across German-speaking Europe — and far beyond it — these white-topped cinnamon stars return to bakery windows and home kitchens as…
Dense, dark, and encased in pastry, it is not immediately inviting to modern eyes. This pastry offers an unusually clear window into Scotland's medieval past, its religious transformations, and the…
Merry Christmas all. We're exploring the history of some of the amazing desserts I had, and still have, for the holiday season. We're looking at the origins of lassy mogs, jam jams, and date squares:…
This dish has its beginnings in Austria. It's perfect as a treat after a day skiing down the mountains or shopping at all the Christmas markets during the holiday season. The original recipe contained…
