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Rarebit is a simple but very popular dish. Essentially, it’s an elite version of cheese on toast. Toasted thick-cut bread covered in a cheese sauce made with mustard, spices, and ale. Rarebit has been popular since the 1500s. In Welsh, it is caws pobi, which translates as toasted cheese. I love rarebit! Here’s a brief history of Welsh Rarebit and my easy Rarebit recipe too!
I love listening to how everyone celebrates Christmas and am always interested in how different their traditions are. We all celebrate Christmas in our own way. From spending time with family and friends to taking a tropical holiday. Or cooking, baking and gift exchanges. I also love how ancient Christmas traditions, some that date back centuries, are still entwined in our modern celebrations. In the spirit of the season, here are some Welsh traditions and weird Christmas traditions.
Continue reading ➞ Weird and Wonderful Welsh Christmas Traditions
St Dwynwen’s Day 2026: So, the Welsh know a little thing or two about love. We have our own special hug, a cwtch, and our very own Valentine’s Day. Dydd Santes Dwynwen | St Dwynwen’s Day is celebrated every year on 25th January. Why wait until February when you can wish your loved one “dwi’n dy garu di” (I love you) a few weeks earlier?
Continue reading ➞ It’s Welsh Valentine’s Day! Celebrate St Dwynwen’s Day