but the fairy-tale-looking gingerbread houses became popular in 19th century Germany based on the story of "Hansel and Gretel." Gingersnap cookies were already a Christmas tradition there ...

“I have been so impressed by the scale of the gingerbread houses,” said ... creations were as large as the entries for the Gingerbread competition at Christmas at Mustard Seed Hill.” ...

One of the familiar flavours I look forward to at Christmas comes from an all ... Hansel And Gretel popularised the concept of gingerbread houses, inspiring the creation of elaborate edible ...

Create your own winter wonderland with Mary Berry's gingerbread ... house and place the door separately on a baking tray. Re-roll the trimmings and use to cut out the chimney pieces, three ...