This delicious cake, the Yule log, dates back to a very ancient custom that existed in several European countries towards the end of the medieval period. In fact, a log was placed in the hearth and kept burning constantly from December 24th until the New Year. This gesture was similar to the pagan celebrations dedicated to the winter solstice.
Christmas Recipe Making the traditional Yule log yourself is easily accessible to everyone, and far from being as complicated as you might think. The recipe below will take you about an hour and a half, but it's worth it. You'll wow your guests with this essential Christmas Eve dessert: the…
In the United States, we would never dream of ending Christmas Eve without bringing Christmas Pudding to the table, a cold (no-bake) dessert inspired by the famous English Plum Pudding. According to historians, this traditional dessert dates back to the Middle Ages, but it is unknown in which part of the United Kingdom it was created. We know that plum pudding was…
In Australia, one wouldn't dream of ending Christmas dinner without a beautiful and delicious dessert called Pavlova. The name of this dessert recalls a pastry chef's homage to a great Russian dancer, Anna Pavlova, who came to Australia for a tour of shows in the 1920s. Ingredients To make this recipe...
This delicious dessert has both German and Provençal origins. Not only will you be proud to place this aesthetically pleasing dish on the New Year's Eve table, but your guests will all be asking for the recipe. Ingredients For the crispy crust, take two cups of sifted flour, 1/2 tablespoon of salt, 12 tablespoons of…
There are several recipes for this typical Italian dessert served at Christmas. Historians agree that it originally came from Milan and has been enjoyed since the late 15th century. To keep this delicious tradition alive at home, here is the traditional recipe for this brioche with raisins and fruit...
In recent years, the custom of hosting at Christmas, serving guests the traditional holiday menu (turkey and the like), has tended to be replaced by a cold buffet. Here are some suggestions to help you create your menu with elegance. Appetizers for the aperitif Why limit yourself to the eternal prosciutto decorated with melon and…
These melt-in-your-mouth cupcakes will delight your guests and satisfy their sweet tooth. Easy to make, these iced cupcakes will add color to your dessert platter. Preparation only takes a few minutes. As for decoration, you will need about 1…
