Getting ready for my family bridal shower this weekend, my soon-to-be mother-in-law uttered two amazing words: “We’ll bake.” “We” means the extended network of grandmothers, aunts and cousins will craft all kinds of amazing Czech and Polish goodies typically only made for celebratory occasions. In Northeast Ohio (where I am from), attend an ethnic wedding and there’s sure to be a cookie table or two filled with ethnic sweets. (If you need to find me at one of these weddings, chances are I’ll be lingering by this table.)…

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