“The pudding’s association with Christmas became particularly strong ... the dish is flambéed after being doused in brandy and set on fire. “It’s traditional for a figgy pudding to ...

Ahh, Christmas pudding. In both the past and present ... before the advent of the practice of lighting a brandy-fueled fire to that moist, boiled, boozy dome of rich deliciousness.

“I like the spectacle of seeing it set on fire. I like the brandy butter; I even like small mince pies, which are fairly similar. But I never eat Christmas pudding. It’s one of the most ...