The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...

Wreaths symbolize eternity because they are in circular form, without a beginning or an end, so to speak. Before Christ came wreaths had long been in use, as symbols of fertility, victory, and the ...

Feed this spicy, fruit-packed Christmas cake right up until the last minute for an extra-special festive treat. For this recipe you will need a 20cm/8in non-stick savarin cake tin. For the cake, place ...