Cake mixing is a tradition that dates back to 17th Century Europe. A Christmas fruit cake can contain up to 37 different varieties of dry fruits, nuts and spices Preheat oven to 160C. Grease and line ...

A traditional Christmas cake is a popular addition to the festive treats menu. Made in many different ways, they are generally “variations on the classic fruitcake”, said the English Tea Store.

If you’re looking for a Christmas fruit bread that is actually light, moist, and delicious, then you’re going to love what I have for you today! Forget the heavy, rock-hard fruitcakes of the past.

Explore two easy fruit soaks and egg or eggless cake recipes using Chef Meenal Shejwar's soaking methods for a simple, cosy Christmas treat. Christmas in my kitchen starts early. The mood sets in the ...

A fresh, golden fruit cake feels just right for a hot-weather Christmas. Photo / Fresh Media Don’t panic if you haven’t been nurturing a Christmas cake since the middle of winter. It’s not too late to ...

This variation on a much-loved family recipe soaks the dried fruit in ginger wine, and adds chunks of sweet stem ginger through the cake. serves I’ve been baking my own Christmas cakes every year to ...

It’s that time of year and I’m busy in the kitchen preparing Christmas treats galore, however, I’m having trouble achieving the perfect Christmas fruit cake. After it’s cooked, I find that the bottom ...

The most expensive strawberry in Japan is the Bijin-hime or “Beautiful Princess,” which can sell for up to $500 per palm-sized fruit. Some sellers display each vibrant red berry in individual ring ...