Kretschmer opens 19th Pulsnitz gingerbread market
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) opened the 19th Pulsnitz gingerbread market on Friday. In addition to the sweet delicacies, visitors can also buy other handcrafted products such as blue printing, pottery and basketry until Sunday.
Traditionally, the basic mixture of gingerbread consists of sugar syrup, bee or artificial honey and wheat and rye flour. The dough made from these ingredients is initially stored in wooden boxes or barrels for at least three weeks. Depending on the variety, it can take up to six months before it is processed further - in each business according to a traditional recipe. This year, chocolate lace with a fruit filling is particularly popular.
In 1558, bakers in Pulsnitz were granted the privilege of making gingerbread. The eight gingerbread bakeries in the town not far from Dresden form their own guild within the Saxon Bakers' Association. There is also a gingerbread factory there, which will also be attracting customers at the 19th gingerbread market from November 3 to 5.
Visitors at the Pulsnitz gingerbread market can enjoy sampling various custom-made food & drink items alongside purchasing handcrafted products. The local gingerbread factory, known for its traditional recipes, will be showcasing their popular chocolate lace with fruit filling during the market.
Source: www.dpa.com
