The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook with author Becky Diamond
Food historian and author Becky Diamond returns to the show to share some insight into celebrating Christmas Gilded Age style. During the 19th century, celebrations began to evolve from the once more popular New Year’s Day to the beginnings of the Christmas celebrations we know today. In her new book “The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook”, Becky shares recipes, stories and historical notes to add glitter and sparkle to today’s Christmas festivities. In this episode, Becky discusses the origins of many of our favorite traditions, many of which were brought to America by the waves of immigrants arriving during the 19th century. And for modern readers and cooks, she shares some easy-to-make recipes for very special dishes of the Gilded Age that will be a treat for our modern holiday celebrations.
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