'Haunted' Town Already Celebrating Spooky Season
Halloween is still several weeks away, but one West Virginia town is already celebrating the season.
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Christmas Past, Present And Future At Home And Abroad
Two West Virginia University professors discuss the ancient origins of our modern Christmas traditions as well as how people in other countries celebrate.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsA 2022 Holiday Encore, Inside Appalachia
This week, we usher in the season of lights with our holiday show from 2022. James Beard-nominated West Virginia chefs Mike Costello and Amy Dawson serve up special dishes with stories behind them. We visit an old-fashioned toy shop whose future was uncertain after its owners died – but there’s a twist. We also share a few memories of Christmas past, which may or may not resemble yours. You’ll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCookies For A Nativity Fast: Recipe With Ancient History Makes Annual Appearance In Appalachia
To prepare for Christmas, many Orthodox Christians fast for 40 days from eggs, meat and dairy. But that doesn’t mean they don’t enjoy something a little sweet. Ginny Chryssikos’ melomakarona fasting cookie brings a bit of ancient history to Appalachia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHoliday Food Traditions are as Much about Connection as Eating
Almost all major holidays around the world revolve around eating special foods together. And for many people, food and the act of preparing certain foods…
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