Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake – just as our moms and grannies used to make.

Traditional German (Austrian) Christmas cookie that could be used as a Christmas tree decoration.

Luscious Swedish Saffron Buns – A traditional Scandinavian Christmas treat

Buche de Noel, a traditional French dessert, also known as Yule Log, served on Christmas Eve. Surprisingly easy to make.

Just 5 ingredients to make these rich, buttery and crumbly shortbread.

A wonderfully dense and nutty loaf from Ireland. Traditionally served with smoked salmon and lots of pepper!

This Traditional Bread Pudding is a great dessert for the holiday get together and celebrations as it warms you up and brings back nostalgia

Christmas Panettoncini or Mini Panettone – Traditional Italian Fruit Bread

Mozart Pralines (in German)

Braciole di Manza (Italian Filled Beef Rolls in Tomato Sauce). Exquisite.

Pumpkin Chili {gluten-free}

A complex and classic favorite for fall, this apple pie packs a ton of rich flavor. Apple, Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Lemon.

Delectable baked apples filled with mincemeat and honey – these fruity baked apples would make a great alternative to Christmas pudding.

An adaptation from an old family “Traditional Mincemeat” recipe which was passed down through my Mum’s side of the family.

Try these traditional Norwegian cookies for Christmas. My mother’s recipe, easy and full of flavor! (English version at bottom of the post)

Traditional Vegan Spanish Bread Pataqueta, egg and butter free.

A traditional butter cake that has a beautiful tight crumb and nice citrusy flavor.

Indian traditional Sweet balls prepared from rice and jaggery

Maysore Pak, a traditional Indian fudge… melts in your mouth.

The secret behind traditional Neapolitan pizza (in Bulgarian)

Saag Gosht (Punjabi Beef and Spinach Curry). Indian food at its best!

Beneath a crust of crisp yet flaky pastry, a tasty, rich and tender meat filling is ideal antidote to winter chills.