Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

While lussekatter are traditionally eaten on Saint Lucia's Day in December, we reckon these buttery saffron buns make fantastic year-round treats. makes Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add ...

I'm standing in my friend Kristina Sahleström's kitchen - it's a sweltering December day and I'm baking. Even the strong sea breeze here in Manly, on Sydney’s northern beaches, is no match for a ...

For Swedes, St. Lucia Day marks the beginning of the holiday season. The original Lucia was a fourth-century martyr who devoted her life to helping the poor. According to legend, she strapped torches ...

A Stockholm baker talked us through the saffron bun-making process. Photo: Tim Marringa/The Local In the first entry for 2022's The Local Advent Calendar, we share a recipe for classic Swedish saffron ...