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Temperament of a Stollen
It was the kneading, proofing and baking of a very special Christmas goodie: the Dresdner Stollen. It’s a recipe that was passed down from mother to daughter, which makes it almost like a precious heirloom.
From the traditional Lebkuchen and favourite Vanillekipferl to the classic Zimtsterne and addictive Pfeffernüsse, these treats are a mainstay in any German household during Christmas.
A decadent loaf cake that is intensely pistachio - from its sponge and pistachio praline middle to its glaze and pistachio-white chocolate cream. Every bite is almost like a homage to the green nut.
A vessel for crispy smoked streaky bacon, almost caramelised onions, and a savoury eggy filling tinged with nutmeg. It’s a pie by another name – a quiche and one famously called Lorraine.
It was the kneading, proofing and baking of a very special Christmas goodie: the Dresdner Stollen. It’s a recipe that was passed down from mother to daughter, which makes it almost like a precious heirloom.
Birria needs no introduction. A tortilla bursting with succulent shredded goat meat dipped into a brick-red consommé laced with chiles and Mexican herbs. This Jalisco variant might not have cheese pulls but it carries a colourful story nonetheless.