Not All Fruitcakes Are for Door Stops

Baking Radio: Chef Gail Sokol's Baking Podcast by Gail Sokol

Mar 24, 202207:35Arts

Learn the origins of the holiday fruitcake and why it gets no respect! Chef Gail takes you through a history of this legendary cake, why it ages well, and who is actually still eating it. She then shares her idea and rec...

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