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Eggnog: A Holiday Classic Loved and Loathed

12/24/2025

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Eggnog Celebrates Tradition

Eggnog is a traditional holiday beverage with a polarizing reputation.
It combines milk, cream, sugar, and eggs and traces its roots to medieval times.
Americans consume about 15 million gallons annually, including alcoholic versions and coconut-based coquito.
Bartenders at Death & Co emphasize eggnog's role in holiday traditions.
Eggnog remains a staple, homemade or store-bought.

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Gula Honors Legacy

Gula Indonesian Desserts is a family-run restaurant on Buford Highway that has quickly gained popularity for its desserts, including es campur.
It is opened by Chef Gloria Ariesandi and her sister Angie to honor their family's restaurant legacy.
Customers appreciate personalized service.
Gula introduced Indonesian afternoon tea that pairs loose leaf teas with a variety of sweet and savory snacks.

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Eggnog Celebrates Tradition

Eggnog is a traditional holiday beverage with a polarizing reputation.
It combines milk, cream, sugar, and eggs and traces its roots to medieval times.
Americans consume about 15 million gallons annually, including alcoholic versions and coconut-based coquito.
Bartenders at Death & Co emphasize eggnog's role in holiday traditions.
Eggnog remains a staple, homemade or store-bought.

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