DEAR SOS: My Italian grandmother always fixed cassata for family gatherings. When she died, we expected our mother to carry on the tradition, but though she enjoyed her mother’s cassata, she never ...

The classic tree trunk cake, or “træstammer,” is a beloved treat found in bakeries across Denmark. With its rich cake filling, a hint of rum, and a smooth marzipan coating, it’s the perfect ...

Note: The cake can be adapted to any occasion by substituting or eliminating the colored sugars. Colored sugars and plastic king cake babies are generally available at baking supply stores, as well as ...

Soak raisins overnight in rum, in a non-reacting small bowl. Heat oven to 180 degrees. Heat around 60 mls of water in a pan to reach 40 - 45 degrees and pour in a large glass or stainless steel bowl.