by Jacqui Eisen | Dec 17, 2015 | Christmas Traditions, Immigrant Memories
The Christmas season brings back memories of visiting Oma where tiny little glasses of advocaat were served together with little “teelepels” (coffee spoons) to eat it with. For those of you who are not quite as old as me or born after Bols no longer...
by Jacqui Eisen | Dec 10, 2015 | Christmas Traditions, Food History
Chocolate Christmas tree ornaments have been popular since 1880 when Woolworth sold the first chocolate ornaments in their department stores. In England you will find chocolate coins covered in gold foil paper. These coins are an echo of the generosity of St. Nicolas...
by Jacqui Eisen | Nov 18, 2015 | Christmas Traditions, Food History, Special Days and Traditions
Why do Dutch people give chocolate letters? When we receive our initial on “Pakjesavond” December 5 or at Christmas most of us just eat the delicious chocolate without wondering why this unique tradition is still practiced. The history of receiving a...
