Tom and Jerry

A traditional Christmas drink from the early 19th century. (By Rob Chirico)

Super-Sized Ginger Chewies

The perfect example of a thick, chewy spice cookie. (By Elinor Klivans)

Christmas Coconut Cake

Three white cake layers covered with a light snowfall of flaked coconut. (By Rebecca Rather)

Apple-Spice Layer Cake with Caramel Swirl Icing

A three-layer extravaganza with a touch of molasses and shredded apple to keep it moist. (By Rebecca Rather)

Eggnog

A rich, creamy festive classic. (By Rob Chirico)

Silk Stockings

Tequila, crème de cacao, and cream. (By Rob Chirico)

Latkes (Potato Pancakes)

Fry them up for Hanukkah. (By Adapted from Marlene Sorosky)

Kumquat Sparkler

A festive citrus-and-ginger tail. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Potato-Turnip Duck-Fat Latkes

Silver dollar latkes flavored with thyme, onion, and pepper. (By Sara Dickerman)

Bitter Widow

A riff on the Negroni from San Francisco’s Salt House. (By Adapted from Salt House)

Debonair

With single-malt Scotch and ginger liqueur. (By Rob Chirico)

Chicken Chile Verde

A big party hit that’s easy to make ahead of time. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

White "Groom's" Fruitcake

Buttery and citrusy, this fruitcake is delicious either fresh or aged for months. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Ozoni Soup

A soothing Japanese soup that takes center stage during New Year’s. (By Adapted from EN Japanese Bistro)

Chicken and Andouille Gumbo

Smoky sausage and chicken star in this classic. (By Adapted from Judy Whitmire)