When it comes to Italy's rich culinary heritage, few treats capture the essence of traditional baking quite like the amaretti cookie. These crunchy, almond-flavored delights have been delighting taste buds for centuries, their origins steeped in the vibrant culture of the … [Read more...] about Delightful Amaretti Cookies
Fun Food History
Why Do we Eat Hot Cross Buns at Easter?
What would Easter be without delicious hot cross buns? Hot cross buns are a type of spiced sweet bun that is traditionally eaten on Good Friday, which is a Christian holiday that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The buns are typically made with raisins or currants … [Read more...] about Why Do we Eat Hot Cross Buns at Easter?
Chicken Cordon Bleu: Not as French as You’d Think
Chicken cordon bleu is a classic dish that many associate with fine French cuisine. It features a chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese, then breaded and pan-fried. While it sounds French, the origins of this dish are actually a bit murky. The name "cordon bleu" literally … [Read more...] about Chicken Cordon Bleu: Not as French as You’d Think
Celebrate Hogmanay: A Scottish New Year’s Eve
Ring in the new year with a traditional Scottish Hogmanay celebration. Hogmanay is Scotland's version of New Year's Eve, filled with festivities like bonfires, parties, festivals, and fireworks displays. The Scots inherited this winter celebration from Viking traditions and made … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hogmanay: A Scottish New Year’s Eve
History of Kentucky Burgoo
Kentucky burgoo is a traditional stew made when communities come together to celebrate. "If it walked, crawled, or flew, it goes in burgoo." That old adage once applied to this stew from Kentucky, originally made with an assortment of game and livestock cooked in giant cauldrons … [Read more...] about History of Kentucky Burgoo
