Christmas

Few things are so profoundly tied to the image of Ireland like an Irish coffee, a pint of Guinness and St. Patrick celebrations. Not everybody knows that this fabulous drink has a father, and that was born on a very...

Sweet rolls, cookies and puff pastry camels: what is traditionally eaten on January 6 in Italy.

Before the advent of her more famous "colleague" on a sleigh, the Befana was the one who exerted the charm of magic on Italian children. Here's the story.

A recipe that brings with it fascinating customs and rituals, a must on French tables on January 6th. History, curiosities and anecdotes about galette de rois.

Panettone and Pandoro dominate the Italian Christmas table. Torrone always plays a supporting role. But in actual fact the confection boasts ancient origins and offers an extraordinary array of variations: crumbly, soft, nut- and seed-studded with hazelnuts, almonds, pistachio, sesame...

Panettone and Pandoro are the Italian Christmas classics. Here is the history of these two cakes.

With a peculiar shape and delicious filling, here is the history of the traditional holiday treat from the very north-eastern corner of Italy.

Christmas eve is finally here. Here are a few ideas for tonight's dinner.

The ritual is widespread mostly in Scandinavian countries and Northern Europe, while the dessert recipe has also landed in Piemonte: the Yule log is a roll of biscuit dough stuffed with jams, spreads, fresh cream and fruit.

From Italy to the United States, via Australia and France: here are ten characteristic desserts to discover Christmas traditions around the world.