KATHMANDU, Nov 15: Dusit Princess Kathmandu on Friday organized a ‘cake mixing ceremony’ to mark the advent of Christmas and the beginning of the winter holiday season.
Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO of Dusit International; Suwapong Sirisorn, Thai Ambassador to Nepal, accompanied by his wife; Jane Thompson, wife of the U.S. Ambassador to Nepal and Madhusha Gunasekara Attaché of Sri Lanka to Nepal, were present at the event.
Along with them the ceremony was attended by a vibrant mix of distinguished guests, including representatives from various embassies, corporate and leisure partners, members of the media, Dusit international team and well-wishers of the Dusit family.
Dusit Princess Kathmandu begins holiday celebrations with ‘cake...
Speaking at the event, Cluster General Manager of Dusit Princess Kathmandu, Samir Banerjee expressed gratitude for the overwhelming participation and support. “This ceremony is a reflection of our commitment to bringing people together, celebrating traditions, and spreading joy. We are deeply honored to have such distinguished guests join us today as we usher in the festive spirit”, he said.
The cake mixing ceremony is a traditional event that marks the beginning of the holiday season, especially in Western countries and is often associated with Christmas celebrations. During this ceremony, various dried fruits, nuts, and spices are mixed with alcohol such as rum or brandy and left to soak for several weeks or months.
This fun tradition involves preparing and mixing dry fruits such as apricots, figs, cashew nuts, raisins and black currants with wine, rum, brandy and whiskey. For this, fruits are laid out and then spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg are sprinkled into the mix after which alcohol is poured on the mixing table.
It is believed that fruits should be soaked and mixed for more than a month prior to get an authentic taste and flavor of Christmas cake.
