Here in America, Christmas Dinner is as traditional as the 4th of July picnic. In truth, there is as much diversity in the ways of feasting on the 25th as there are people of foreign origin. This becomes interesting as we mingle and share traditions from our respective heritage. There is no doubt that it… Continue reading This Week in Food History – 12/25/2017
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This Week in Food History – 12/18/2017
December began with National Pie Day and, fittingly so, will conclude with Champagne. More about this on the 31st. By the end of the month, we will have celebrated 16 desserts, treats and candies. This comes as no surprise as we have well established by now that the National Food Holidays calendar is obviously heavy… Continue reading This Week in Food History – 12/18/2017
This Week in Food History – 12/11/2017
December is Eggnog Month. In Medieval times, people of comfortable means enjoyed a beverage of hot milk curdled with wine, ale, liquor or even hard cider and flavored with spices, sugar and herbs. This was known as a “posset,” and consumed mainly for its perceived medicinal properties. The name “Eggnog” does not appear until the… Continue reading This Week in Food History – 12/11/2017
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