Jamaican Christmas Tradition: Soaking Fruits

One of the many highlights at Christmas time in Jamaica is the savory and mouth-watering dishes, dessert, and drinks. It is the time of year when we indulge in the richness of our Christmas cake. However, Jamaicans who usually bakes this oh-so-delicious cake usually start preparing long before Christmas.


Raisins, currants, prunes, and dried fruits are gathered several weeks before. These are placed in a glass jar with our favorite food wine "Red Label Wine" and the right amount of Jamaican white rum.

The longer the fruits are soaked the tastier the cake is (so everyone says).

If you haven't started soaking your fruits you are behind schedule. However, it is not too late. Also, if you decided to bake at last minute you can steamed the fruits in the rum and wine and it will turn out just fine. Although soaking the fruits well ahead gives you an advantage. 

The aroma is so delightful

Stay tuned as we celebrate this Christmas season, the Jamaican way
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Boxing Day

Oh well, while many in the common wealth countries get a day to unwind (or should I say an extended party day) after Christmas we here in the USA have to go back on the job. Boxing Day is celebrated by over 53 commonwealth countries to include Canada, New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom and Jamaica. 

Jamaican Christmas Traditions

Please remember why we celebrate –  Jesus Christ. He was born so he could die to save us from our sins. In some countries they are removing prayers from many institutions, they are trying to take Christ out of Christmas. As Christians (whether born-again or not) we have a duty to keep this holy tradition alive.