Mennonites like to grow things and they’re good at it. The late Dean Tiessen is an example of a Mennonite who liked to grow things, having learned from his grand parents, George and Maria Tiessen. George immigrated to Canada in June, 1924 after having experienced the upheaval of his home due to terrorist activity. Dean […]
"Footprints" Archive
The posts below include examples of traditional Mennonite culture as it exists in Essex and Kent counties and how Mennonites have influenced this community.
Baking Zwiebach
Making Zwiebach A Zwiebach is a two- tiered bun, one on top of the other. Zwie means two in a German dialect. Mennonites love Zwiebachs, and so does anyone else, who has ever tasted one. The experience cannot be described in words if the Zwiebach baker knows how to do it properly. Many are beckoned […]
Watermelon and Roll Kuchen – A Summertime Treat
We are approaching the end of Summer 2013, and as I reflect on the activities of the season, it seems like a meal of watermelon and roll kuchen is always in order! Preferably eaten outside, it would not be uncommon to see a Mennonite family around Essex County under the shade of a large […]
