december 2006

Sweetness & Light  by Brett Jocelyn Epstein

The commemoration of a third-century Christian martyr officially opens the Christmas season for people of Scandinavian and Italian descent around the world.

Family Tree  by Damon Lee Fowler

Long known as the peach state, today Georgia is famous for its pecans. And some of the best come from Pearson Farm.

Holiday Lights

Cranberries, tangerines, grapefruits and pomegranates are the stars of the produce aisle this time of the year.

Cookie Swap  by Fran Folsom

The cookie swap has been a holiday standard for many of us. But New Hampshire’s Mount Washington Valley may lay claim to the ultimate cookie swap.

A Match Made in Heaven  by Marge Perry

For us, holidays are all about warm gatherings of friends and family—and sharing great food. We put together menus that acknowledge traditions from both our backgrounds.

Tamale Party  by Cathy Zimmerman

Every Christmas Alex Perez, the chief of police in Longview, Wash., and his wife, Janet, entertain 100 friends and coworkers at their tamale-making party.

Soup Supreme  by Damon Lee Fowler

It is tempting to call vegetable beef soup

Berries of the Season  by Marge Perry

What’s bright red, named after a bird, tart and tangy, and bounces? Yes, bounces. The answer is . . .

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