Comments on: The Inevitable, Detestable Fruitcake

By: Michele Carvell

Michele Carvell — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:54:21 +0000

When I came up with the idea of throwing fruitcakes in Manitou Springs 15 years ago, I never imagined the event would be recognized by Smithsonian. I am deeply honored and I still do not like fruitbcake.

By: Heather L.

Heather L. — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:39:02 +0000

I LOVE fruitcake — but not the sickening sweet versions with “fake-looking” glaceed fruits in them. I love the homemade version that is packed full of raisins, currants, sultanas and natural-colored candied peel and seasoned with mixed spice and a heavy dose of brandy. This, with a perfect cup of tea, is one of the best Christmas treats ever! And I’ve just finished a small slice of Christmas pudding (which is the next best thing) with this morning’s tea.

By: Erics candy floss

Erics candy floss — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:31:05 +0000

Great article on sweets, for me it has be candy floss, strawberry and blueberry have always been my favorites, although blueberry is quite hard to get hold of :(Thanks for reminding us of the joys of sweets!

By: Tinky

Tinky — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 02:57:29 +0000

I’m sorry to admit it, but I SERVE it to people. I guess we must be Egyptians?

http://www.ourgrandmotherskitchens.com/?p=768

By: Great Fruitcake

Great Fruitcake — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:48:36 +0000

I live by the motto: Regift, Reuse, Recycle. Make sure that the cycle doesn’t stop with you.

Fruitcake, being twice as dense as lead, and three times as heavy, is a sturdy and plentiful construction material. We’re building our new recycling warehouse out of fruitcake. Because it repels water and withstands the elements, it will be a structure more permanent than brick or stone.