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Christmas cookies, holiday dinners, drinks, and the make-ahead tricks that keep December calm.
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Recipes August 18, 2026
Why Christmas Food Tastes Like Christmas
Cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger are not seasonal plants — none of them grow anywhere near a northern winter. The reason they taste like December runs through pharmacology, the spice trade, and a war over a nutmeg island.
Recipes February 15, 2026
The 15 Best Christmas Cookie Recipes You Need to Bake in 2026
From classic gingerbread to creative new twists, these are the 15 best Christmas cookie recipes to bake this holiday season. Easy recipes for every skill level.
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