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Grandma peering at the Christmas Cake - 1950s
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Grandma peering at the Christmas Cake - 1950s
Grandma peers at the Christmas Cake - Family Christmas Dinner, 1950s. Note the lack of icing on the cake - sugar was still being rationed at this time. Date: early 1950s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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A cherished moment from the early 1950s: Grandma Peering at the Christmas Cake. The warmth of the fireplace illuminates the cozy scene of a traditional family Christmas dinner. The extended family has gathered around the table, filled with the aroma of a homemade meal. In the foreground, Grandma carefully examines the Christmas cake, her curious gaze focused on its intricate design. The cake, adorned with fresh fruit and a dusting of powdered sugar, is a testament to the resourcefulness and creativity of the era, as sugar rations during the post-war period limited the use of elaborate icing. The excitement builds as everyone waits for the traditional pulling of Christmas crackers, the sound of their pops echoing through the room. The simple joy and togetherness of this moment in time is captured in this heartwarming photograph.
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