KVM_MNTH_008 GOOD FRIDAY _ HOT CROSS BUNS / HOT ELFH MEN

Woodlarking
3 h
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It’s Good Friday – and that means hot cross buns.
These spiced, fruity buns are a traditional Good Friday treat with roots in medieval England. Legend has it that an Anglican monk first marked buns with a cross to honour the day, and over time, they became a symbol of Easter weekend.
The name “hot cross buns” likely came about in the 16th century, when street sellers in London would shout the phrase to advertise buns fresh from the oven.
What makes a hot cross bun?
They’re soft, sweet, and spiced, usually with currants or raisins, and topped with a flour or icing cross. The cross represents the crucifixion, while the spices are said to symbolise those used in burial rituals. Today, they’re available all year round in some places, but traditionally they’re eaten only during Lent—especially today.
Folklore and superstitions include:
– Buns baked on Good Friday won’t go mouldy for a year
– They can be kept for healing purposes
– Hung in kitchens to protect against fires and ensure perfect baking
– Carried on ships to ward off shipwreck
Hot cross buns!
Hot cross buns!
One ha’penny, two ha’penny,
Hot cross buns!
This nursery rhyme dates back to the 18th century but was inspired by even earlier street cries in London. The version we know today first appeared in print in 1798.
(And if you’re wondering, it’s absolutely the right day to enjoy one.)

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