CNYEats A Taste of Utica Speculatius Cookies
It was a surprise to find this recipe in our Utica book, A Taste of Utica since the origin of the cookie is believed to be Holland or The Netherlands. From The German Food Guide: History There are two theories about where the name Spekulatius originated. The first theory states that the name came from the Latin word Speculum, meaning "mirror." It refers to the wooden cookie mold that imparts its design onto the cookie. The second theory states that the name comes from the Latin word Speculator, meaning "bishop", "overseer", or "supervisor." The connection here is that Speculatius and [...]