Wed. 12/29 - Why Donuts Are Emblems of America (& some NYE traditions from around the globe)

A history of the humble donut as a symbol of American patriotism, and a circular source of joy world round. Plus, a round-up of New Year’s traditions from around the world––in case you’re looking for a little inspiration on this perhaps quieter-than-usual New Year’s Eve.

Links:

• Doughnuts: The fried treat that conquered the modern world (BBC)
• The Delicious Democratic Symbolism of...Doughnuts? (JSTOR Daily)
• The History of the Doughnut (Smithsonian Mag, 1998)
• Everything You Need to Know About the Great American Doughnut (Eater, 2015)
• How doughnuts became Australia's symbol of Covid hope (The Guardian)
• New Year's Good Luck Traditions: 7 food rituals to ward off misfortune in 2017 (Mic, 2017)
• New Year's Traditions from Around the World (Old Farmer’s Almanac)
• 7 New Year's Eve traditions from around the world to try at home (Washington Post)
• Tracing the Origins of a Black American New Year's Ritual (NY Times)
• New Year's Eve In Spain Is All About The Grapes — Save The Cava For Later (NPR, 2016)
• Kottke.Org
• Jackson Bird on Twitter

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