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The Gilded Fork: "Rosca de Reyes Tropical al Cafe"

I have loved The Gilded Fork since it was Gastronomic Meditations! Now I am delighted to announce that I am officially part of the Gilded Fork's Test Kitchen Team!

It's a privilege to have the opportunity to work with Jennifer, Mark, Alder, Kelly, Eydie, and Monica.

This month's indulgent ingredients are Coffee and Chocolate, and my latest delicious recipe has been published: "Rosca de Reyes Tropical al Café" (Three Kings Tropical Bread with Coffee).

Rosca Rey de Reyes, or Rosca de los Reyes, is eaten in México, Puerto Rico, and Portugal on Twelfth Night (January 6^th), celebrated in the Catholic religion as the day the Three Kings arrived in Bethlehem bearing gifts for Jesus of Nazareth. A tiny ceramic doll, coin, or bean may be hidden in the bread, and traditionally the person who finds it throws a party on Candlemass (February 2^nd), or is in charge of preparing the “Rosca” for the following year.

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by Chef Melissa - CookingDiva · January 05, 2006 · 08:57 AM
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Congratulations! TheRosca Rey de Reyes Tropical al Café looks fabulous! :-)

Comment by: Vegan Momma • Jan 5, 2006 9:42:11 AM

Thank you VeganMomma, it is really a delicious bread. Happy New Year! Hugs,
Melissa

Comment by: melissa_cookingdiva • Jan 5, 2006 11:29:49 AM

Interesting... I prefer your "bolo-rei" than the classical. It looks yummy!

Comment by: Elvira • Jan 5, 2006 3:11:43 PM

Congrats on joining The Gilded Fork!! Finding the baby in the bread reminds me of the New Orleans traditional king cake.

http://mardigras.neworleans.com/king_cakes.shtml

Comment by: Gerald • Jan 5, 2006 10:23:33 PM

Wow ... Congratulations, Melissa! What a wonderful way to start the new year!

Comment by: Tania • Jan 5, 2006 10:36:54 PM

ELVIRA: Although I love the traditional, ...this variation is really delicious. You could also infuse the fruit with Kahlua, that makes it even better :)

GERALD: Thank you for the link! It sounds like it´s the same bread, ...but they forgot the religious connotation I guess :)

TANIA: Thank you! Do not forget to vote for your favorite New Year's party post...hurry :)

Comment by: melissa_cookingdiva • Jan 5, 2006 10:43:12 PM

Wow,congratulations,Melissa!Great start into the NEW YEAR!Way to go..:)

Comment by: sailu • Jan 6, 2006 2:46:10 AM

Melissa HAPPY THREE KINGS
here in Greece they have a bread called Basilopitta which is traditionally sliced on New years Eve with a coin (charm) inside
But some family still gather today and do slice their pita.
I had my share of luck in 1996 my slice had a silver coin and I took it to the shop to be done as pendant.

maybe I can test this recipe?? but where do I find the doll ;-)

congrats for The Gilded Fork

Comment by: sha • Jan 6, 2006 7:31:58 AM

Melissa, we are so happy to have you with us in the Gilded Fork kitchen. I'm looking forward to the rest of your scrumptious creations! :)

Comment by: Jennifer Iannolo • Jan 6, 2006 11:55:30 AM

Congratulations! I'm going to make this recipe next year. It will be a new tradition for me. ;-)

Best,
Paz

Comment by: Paz • Jan 9, 2006 1:45:47 PM

I want every week or month recipes from you.

Comment by: mimi • May 11, 2006 9:32:05 PM