Christmas Baking

Spain

National Dish Spain: Roscos de Vino (Recipe)

Discover Roscos de Vino, one of Spain’s most cherished Christmas treats! These crumbly little rings are gently enriched with …

Portugal

Meet Bolo Rei, the crowning glory of Portugal’s festive table! This ring-shaped king cake glitters with dried fruit, crunchy …

Netherlands

Step into the cosy world of Speculaas, the spiced biscuits that fill Dutch kitchens with the warm scent of winter. Crisp, fragrant …

Netherlands

Discover Pepernoten, the little spice cookies that fill Dutch homes with the scent of the festive season! These small, crunchy …

Netherlands

Say hello to Jan Hagel, the crisp, golden-edged biscuit that has been gracing Dutch tea tables for generations. Beneath its glossy …

Netherlands

Meet Gevulde Speculaas, the spiced almond-filled pastry that fills Dutch kitchens with the warm scent of the festive season. A …

Italy

Meet Panforte di Siena, a dense, fragrant slab of sweetness that has been delighting Tuscany for centuries. Packed with toasted …

Italy

There is something magical about pulling a golden, dome-topped Panettone from the oven, its airy crumb studded with jewel-like …

Italy

Meet Cavallucci, a wonderfully festive treat from the heart of Tuscany. These soft, spiced biscuits are packed with nuts, dried …

Greece

Discover Melomakarona, one of Greece’s most cherished festive treats! These tender, spiced honey biscuits are soaked in …

Greece

Meet Kourabiedes, the buttery shortbread biscuits that grace every Greek celebration worth its name. Snowy with icing sugar and …

Germany

Meet the Sweet Bread Man, a much-loved German festive bake that appears in bakeries and kitchens all over the country once the …