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Lowly Fruitcake, Deserving Of Respect

Wednesday, 12/30/09 1pm

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Patti Daniels

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When it comes to holiday foods, the fruitcake has a long tradition behind it. But it seems the tradition of disparaging the fruitcake is just as strong.

Chef Jean-Yves Vendeville is a baking instructor at the New England Culinary Institute. He says the fruitcake enjoys a more revered status in Europe and Canada, than in the United States.

 


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