Masthof Press & Bookstore Kutztown-area author Mary Laub recently released a picture book, “Uff der Bauerei” (On the Farm), written … Continue reading
There’s a saying that everything but the squeal was used in the early days of pig butchering. And there is … Continue reading
Ice was the dominant crop in January, when Lancaster County’s fertile fields lay fallow and the farmers had idle time. … Continue reading
The holiday custom of Nei Yaahr Winsching (New Year Wishing) was brought over from the Pfaltz area of Rhineland, Germany … Continue reading
For almost three centuries, the Pennsylvania Dutch — descended from Swiss, French, and German immigrants from Germany during the 17th … Continue reading
In the Belsnickel’s world, Christmas shouldn’t be so enjoyable for the naughty kids. He comes at night, dressed in dirty … Continue reading
A traditional cookie that’s flavored with molasses and spices, ox tongue cookies are named for their shape. No oxen are … Continue reading
Once a burdensome chore for each family to produce for dinner, the art of making superior butter became a delightful … Continue reading
Catharine Eberth, who died at age 77 in 1903, was a well-known practitioner of powwowing. Source: History Book: Healing a … Continue reading