Day: January 6, 2026
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National Shortbread Day
Shortbread is a classic Scottish dessert traditionally made with: 1 part white sugar (I use powdered) 2 parts butter 3 parts flour (I usually use rice flour) And a bit of salt Shortbread is so named because of its crumbly texture which is caused by its high-fat content, provided by the butter. “Shortening” is…
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Three Kings Day
Three Kings Day, or “El Dia de los Reyes” as it’s known in Spanish, is a festive highlight on January 6th, marking the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas. This day, celebrated with fervor across Europe, Spain, and Latin America, commemorates the visit of the Three Wise Men – Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar –…