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Who is Belsnickel in Pennsylvania Dutch Christmas tradition?

“He was used throughout the year among the Pennsylvania Dutch to kind of keep the kids in line.

By Scott LaMar/WITF


What is Amish soul food and how did it come to be?

Christopher Scott, Coatesville native, author of Homage: Recipes + Stories from an Amish Soul Kitchen, Top Chef alum, and founder of Butterfunk Biscuit Co., said Amish soul food is different from regular soul food because its highlighted with more citrus, acid, sugar, and sweet and sour flavors.

By Aniya Faulcon
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