Blogging Through the Seasons

“And as soon as I had recognised the taste of the piece of madeleine soaked in… lime-blossom which my aunt used to give me… immediately the old grey house upon the street… rose up like a stage set…” Marcel Proust, Remembrance of Things...

Psalm 34:8 says, “O taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are those who take refuge in him.” For me, that verse takes on a special meaning during the holidays, especially when it comes to food. While most people think of Christmas comfort food as cookies, cakes,...

There is this saying: “I complained about the holes in my shoes, until I met the man with no feet”! I think the same can be applied to food. Comfort food? Food, period. Any food. Just as long as there is food. Of course I like my Christmas stollen and hazelnut...

Disclaimer: If you have children in your family who believe in Santa, please do not read this to them! Growing up in a Portuguese household meant that Santa would visit our home and deliver presents on Christmas Eve. When I was about four or five – I can’t...

Growing up as a kid, Christmas just seemed magical. It was a time for holiday breaks, time together as a family, holiday decorations, and great food. It was also a time for family traditions. From seeing who could wake up first on the Friday after Thanksgiving to...

“Now, bring us some figgy pudding, now, bring us some figgy pudding, now bring us some figgy pudding, and bring it right here!” Ever wonder what carolers are demanding after wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year? Being from South Africa, of British and...