Tag Archives: Yuletide

Bon Appetit Wednesday! Slow-Cooked, Mustard-Crusted Pork Loin

Posted on December 25, 2013 | 3 comments

roast porkFor many families, the Christmas feast is not complete without the Christmas ham.  Did you know that the traditional Christmas ham was not originally associated with Christmas at all, but like so many other holiday traditions, grew out of ancient pagan practices? Continue reading →

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The History of the Holiday Evergreen

Posted on December 17, 2013 | 3 comments

2068647073_027652d2e8This is the time of year where evergreens are festively decked out in red ribbon and twinkling lights and festooning homes and cities around the globe.  But did you know you were following in the footsteps of ancient cultures from all over the world who used green plants in their own winter solstice celebrations? Beginning thousands of years ago and culminating in today’s ubiquitous Christmas tree, greenery has long been a cherished holiday decoration. Continue reading →

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