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November 2007
The burning of the Yule Log has its origins in the pagan traditions of the Vikings. The glow of the fire symbolized the light of the sun and the coming of longer days at the end of the winter solstice.
In the fourth century, when Christians began celebrating the birth of Christ at this time of year, the custom took on new meaning. The light was considered symbolic of the savior and the burning of the Yule Log became a Christmas tradition across Europe.
A few common-sense tips for de-stressing your holiday meals -
No one wants to spend the holidays stressed out, but even seasoned pros get a little frazzled when entertaining friends and family.
Here are some simple ways to make your holiday meals and parties more enjoyable for everyone -- especially the host!
Prepare in Advance
• If you're roasting a turkey this season, be sure you have a big enough roasting pan.
If you're looking to ditch your traditional holiday menu for something new and exciting, the American Culinary Federation Culinary Team USA and master chef Edward Leonard have developed holiday menus that you can make at home.
The collection includes three recipes suggested for Hanukkah celebrations, two main dishes for Christmas and three innovative creations for New Year's Eve festivities.
Naturally, you can feel free to mix and match the dishes and the holidays any way you see fit.
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It's easy to get stressed when you're entertaining for the holidays, so why not impress your guests with great holiday cocktails?
BACARDI ® has five sophisticated holiday recipes that are easy to make and even more fun to taste!
One of the most predominant themes in traditional Hanukkah meals is the use of oil, which serves to remind celebrants of the oil that burned eight days instead of one.
Latkes are an important addition to Hanukkah feasts, but interestingly enough, potato latkes weren't available until the 16th century. Latkes are made from grated potatoes combined with eggs, onions and flour, then fried in vegetable oil.
Kwanzaa is a non-denominational African American holiday in which celebrants appreciate family, community and culture.
The name Kwanzaa comes from "matunda ya kwanza" which translates from Swahili as "first fruits." The seven nights of Kwanzaa correspond to seven principles and seven symbols, and each night is commemorated by a candle-lighting ceremony.
Bone-in hams have become a family tradition for holiday tables across the country, and the presentation and flavor is unparalleled. Whether you're looking for a convenient holiday meal or a beautiful table centerpiece, hams are perfect for those special occasions.
Before you can purchase a holiday ham, you'll need to know how many people you will be serving.
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