Pagan pastry refers to the use of traditional pagan symbols and themes in the creation of pastries and baked goods. This trend has gained popularity in recent years as individuals seek to incorporate their pagan beliefs into all aspects of their lives, including their food. Pagan pastries often feature ingredients that are associated with the natural world, such as honey, nuts, berries, and herbs. These ingredients are chosen for their symbolic value and connection to the earth and its cycles. For example, honey may represent the sweet abundance of the harvest, while berries might symbolize the fertility and vitality of the natural world. In addition to the ingredients chosen, pagan pastries also often incorporate pagan symbols and designs.
Chainani works an elaborate sea change akin to Gregory Maguire’s Wicked (1995), though he leaves the waters muddied.
She has more than just a talent for healing people like her midwife mother, Jeanne; Sylvie possesses mysterious powers like those of her Grand-mère Sylvie. When it happens to sweet, Disney princess like Sophie and her friend Agatha, plain of features, sour of disposition and low of self-esteem, they are both horrified to discover that they ve been dropped not where they expect but at Evil and at Good respectively.
In addition to the ingredients chosen, pagan pastries also often incorporate pagan symbols and designs. These can include, but are not limited to, symbols such as the pentacle, the triple goddess, and various pagan deities. These symbols are often made using pastry dough and can be intricately designed and decorated.
Healer and Witch by Nancy Werlin
After eleven young-adult novels, best-selling and award-winning author Nancy Werlin casts a brilliant new spell in a middle-grade historical fantasy for fans of classic fare.
Nancy Werlin’s first story for middle-grade readers tackles and transcends traditional fantasy tropes: can a young woman gifted with magic learn to manage her powers—and claim her strength—without violence? Sylvie and her mother and grandmother are beloved, trusted healers in their medieval French village, though some whisper that fifteen-year-old Sylvie and her grand-mere deal in more than herbs and medicines. Perhaps they’re a bit . . . witchy? After her grandmother dies, and an attempt to use magic to heal her mother’s grief brooks tragic consequences, Sylvie leaves her village in search of a teacher. The journey subjects her to strange alliances, powerful temptations, danger, and deceit. In the end, there may be only one wise woman Sylvie can trust in a world that would define her limits: herself. Beautifully crafted, this quietly powerful work for younger readers assures a whole new audience for an established author.
Review
1530s France isn’t the safest time to gain magic powers and lose the grandmother who intended to teach you. Sylvie, named after her grandmother, tries to erase her mother’s grief and discovers why “Find & Delete” is such a dangerous function. She leaves her tiny village in search of a new teacher.
I love how Healer and Witch uses the historical setting to establish obsticles in Sylvie’s quest. She considers herself a good Catholic and believes her magic is a gift from God, but the church and average layperson consider it witchcraft and think it comes from the Devil. Locating someone else with magic to train her is difficult because they also need to hide for their own safety.
Sylvie is accompanied on her journey by Martin, a nine-year-old boy from her village. He’s likeable and helpful but only seems to exist to push the story along and reveal information when Sylvie needs it. If it turned out he was special somehow I could forgive more of the contrivances but as is I find him frustrating.
Convenient child aside, Healer and Witch is a lovely story about finding ones place in the world while retaining freedom.
About Rachel Banzhaf
I am a cat mom and person mom, ages 2 (x3 - kitten multipack), 10, and 13 (the human). I work in accounting and listen to audiobooks while doing the numbers thing. I enjoy low-stress cozy fantasy novels and LitRPG primarily, often wandering into middle grade territory. In constant search of the next great fantasy farming, magical girl, and pretentious Regency England fantasy story.
The creation of pagan pastries can be a deeply spiritual and meaningful practice for those who follow pagan traditions. It allows individuals to connect with the natural world, honor their beliefs, and celebrate the cycles of life through a delicious and visually appealing medium. Pagan pastries are often made for special occasions and celebrations, such as pagan holidays like Samhain or Beltane. They can be served as part of a ritual or shared among friends and family to commemorate these occasions. The act of baking and sharing these pastries can foster a sense of community and connection among pagans who come together to celebrate their shared beliefs. Overall, the trend of pagan pastry is a unique and creative way for individuals to express and honor their pagan beliefs through the medium of food. It allows for a deeper connection with nature and the cycles of life, while also creating delicious and visually stunning treats to be enjoyed by all..
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