Twas The Night Before: Why Do We Celebrate Christmas Eve?

December 20, 2023

Explore the enchanting origins and timeless traditions that make Christmas Eve a cherished and magical prelude to the joyous celebration of Christmas Day.

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White House during holiday season with Christmas Wreaths on Windows, Washington DC

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From Christmas trees to Holiday cards, many Christmas traditions & customs have been influenced by how U.S. presidents celebrated Christmas in the White House.

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What Is Boxing Day & Why Do We Celebrate After Christmas?

Boxing Day has mostly become an after-Christmas shopping holiday for much of the world, but its charitable origin makes December 26th a day everyone should celebrate!

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Christmas Tree Farm - Row of Evergreen Trees, Cutting Your Own Christmas Tree, Loading A Tree on Truck

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Cutting Christmas: A History of Christmas Tree Farms

Before heading out to cut your own Christmas Tree, learn about the very first Christmas Tree Farm and see how this holiday tradition first began!

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Roaring Fire in a Fireplace on Christmas Night - Yule Log

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A Yule Blog About The Yule Log By The Yule Blog

Whether talking about a crackling fireplace or a delicious dessert (Buche du Noel), the Yule Log is an iconic Christmas Tradition that brings warmth to the holiday season.

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Elf Squad Kitchen: The Yule Blog Yule Log (Buche du Noel) Recipe

A Buche Du Noel is a classic Christmas cake designed to look like a Yule Log. Here's a recipe for a fun and easy version straight from the Elf squad Kitchen.

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Christmas Pudding / Figgy Pudding Holiday Tradition prepared with icing, traditional and with brandy

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Getting Figgy With It: A History of Christmas Pudding

Discover the medieval origin of this holiday dessert that everyone sings about and may even be a staple at your Christmas dinner table.

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Eggnog Fudge Recipe from Elf Squad Kitchen for delicuos egg nog flavored dessert treat

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Elf Squad Kitchen: Eggnog Fudge Christmas Recipe

Why drink your eggnog when you can turn it into a delicious fudge holiday dessert treat this Christmas season?

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Eggnog - The Origins of Christmas in a Glass

Where does eggnog come from and how did it become the official drink of the Christmas season?

November 15, 2022

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