Cranberries

For most Americans, the Thanksgiving dinner usually includes seasonal dishes such as stuffed roasted turkey and side dishes such as mashed potatoes, a rich cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie, among others. This celebratory meal dates back to Novembe... READ MORE

Kissel is an interesting fruit combination, often referred to as a dessert drink or soup, usually made with refreshing summer berries. It is prepared with water, mashed fruit or fruit juice, and thickening agents such as cornstarch or pot... READ MORE

This traditional Polish dish consists of lean, uncured pork loin stuffed with ground pork or sausage and typically, either prunes or dried apricots, though apples can be used as well. The loin is then rolled, rubbed with a rich blend of herbs, and... READ MORE

Vispipuuro, russedessert, klappgröt, debesmanna, or mannavaht are different names for a creamy Baltic semolina porridge that is prepared with fresh fruit such as tart lingonberries, cranberries, or red currants. When cooked, the thick porridg... READ MORE

Maizes zupa is a Latvian dessert of bread soup. In order to prepare it, soggy rye bread is first passed through a sieve, then combined with spices, sugar, and dried fruits. The whole concoction is finally topped with whipped cream. The dessert is ... READ MORE

Cranberry chutney is a traditional chutney made with fresh cranberries as main ingredients. Other ingredients usually include green chili peppers, cumin, garlic, ginger, coriander, jaggery, oil, and salt. There are many cranberry chutney variation... READ MORE

For over 120 years, Aachen's Christmas sausage has played an integral part in the cultural tradition of the city and has made its butcher shops famous. Aachener Weihnachts-Leberwurst dates back to the 19th century, when the butchers of Aachen perf... READ MORE

Poutines à trou is a traditional dessert originating from New Brunswick. The crust is made with a combination of flour, baking powder, milk, sugar, salt, and butter or lard. The dough is rolled and the center is filled with a mixture of app... READ MORE