Culture & Cakes — Holidays

Spring is here and it's time to cheer! Spring around the world is not only a new season, but it symbolizes renewal, rebirth, hope, growth, light over dark and so much more. Take a look at Spring celebrations around the world, and how you can bring the flavors to your home! Holi - India (March 28-29) Holi is a popular, ancient Hindu festival, celebrated by Hindu people around the world. Also known as the "festival of love", the "festival of colors", and the "festival of spring," it's a celebration of eternal and divine love of Radha and Krishna. It also...

Happy Lunar New Year Eve! Check out some of our recommendations for how to celebrate this year, locally and virtually! Lunar New Year, also commonly known as Chinese New Year or the Spring Festival , is on February 12th. The Chinese Calendar is a lunisolar calendar, reckoning dates based on the astronomical phenomenon. This calendar is used for holiday dates in many Chinese influenced countries, like Taiwan, Korea, Thailand and more. Lunar New Year is typically observed for 16 days, starting with New Years Eve. Originally, Lunar New Year was a time to honor deities and ancestors. Over time, it has...

Fat Tuesday 2021 celebrations around the world may be canceled again, but there is plenty of ways to enjoy. Fat Tuesday kits are a great start to get a taste of the world where Fat Tuesday is celebrated. Continue reading for more ways to experience locally, celebrate and cook at home and even learn some history. Check out our Mardi Gras Playlist while you enjoy your kits! Local Recommendations Around the U.S. NOLA Doughnuts - Portland,OR - Walk into a mini bourbon street and take in the smell of New Orleans inspired donuts and coffee Mobile, Alabama - America's original...

Happy International Coffee Day! September 29th is the day the coffee lovers unite!  Coffee is a world wide favorite that comes in many forms around the world, and is often paired with a wide variety of snacks, and used in many traditional customs. In honor of International Coffee Day, we curated a fun list of how coffee is used, presented and paired in different countries around the world.  Don't forget to order your Coffee Lovers Box while it's on sale!   Unique Coffee Recipes Around the World Jus Alpokat - Indonesia Jus Alpokat is an Indonesian avocado-coffee milkshake or iced...