For a bread that’s short, its history is long. Exactly how long, and the particulars of how it all came about, though, are unclear. But one this is clear: shortbread is an essential — and delicious — part of the festive season. 

Mentioned in this Episode

• Tasting History Youtube Channel
• Tasting History, book by Max Miller

Music in this Episode

• "Hush Ye, My Bairnie" — Trygve Larsen, Pixabay
• "Drops of Melting Snow (after Holst, Abroad as I was walking)" — Axletree, via Free Music Archive
• "Soft Piano" — Agnese Valmaggia, via Film Music
• "Auld Lang Syne" — Trygve Larsen, Pixabay
• "Angels We Have Heard on High" — Don Maue, shared directly by the artist

Connect with Me

• Links to all the things https://christmaspastpodcast.com/links
• Email: [email protected]

Books

Of Christmases Long, Long Ago: Surprising Traditions from Christmas Past (2025, Lyons Press and Recorded Books) It's Christmas as you've never seen it before, and it makes a great gift for all the Christmas lovers in your life.

Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday's Traditions (2022, Lyons Press and Recorded Books)