Desserts

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The ABC's of Maple Syrup

Syrup is classified by letter grades—A, B and C, with several subcategories in between—from lightest to darkest

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Making Science Palatable

Robért Fresh Market’s cake came with Mardi Gras beads, and a Mardi Gras plastic cup, but much to our disappointment, the baby was nestled on the outside of the cake, so there was no suspense in consumption process. Still, we had no problem eating the entire cake. The dough was delicate and layered, and the icing not overwhelming. A delicious prospect even without the surprise.

The King of Cakes at Mardi Gras

King cake may have gained fame through American Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, but it got its start in Europe

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Going Red Velvet for Valentine's Day

Sweets are not in short supply around Valentine's Day. But here's an option a little more sophisticated than candy hearts or chocolate kisses

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The Evolution of the Sweet Tooth

There's a reason sweethearts don't give each other boxes of radicchio for Valentine's Day. Humans have a soft spot for things that taste sweet

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Chocolate That Wants You To Be Happy

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Agave Nectar in Your Tea?

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The Most Successful Food Commercials

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Bring on the Salty Sweets

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Gingerbread Mansions

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Barley Candy, a Victorian Christmas Goody

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Hanukkah Gelt, and Guilt

The author reflects on traditions new and old

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The Inevitable, Detestable Fruitcake

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Oh My Darling, Clementine

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Baking Apples in a Schnitzer

How Trick-or-Treating Started

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Sweet Cider Donuts

Cider donuts made their commercial debut in the United States in the 1950s

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Baking a Punctual Cake

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Why Honey Is Eaten for Rosh Hashanah, and Other Burning Questions

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What To Eat in Italy

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