From Naples, Florida: Savor the Authentic with Old World Market

  Forget the mass-produced panettone! Let's embark on a global sugar rush, celebrating the incredible diversity of sweet breads that tantalize taste buds and warm hearts across continents. From the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean to the misty mountains of Asia, every culture boasts a unique loaf to savor. Europe: France: Indulge in the buttery opulence of brioche, its golden crust cradling a pillowy soft center. Or, for a lighter touch, relish the delicate sweetness of pain aux raisins, its dough studded with plump, juicy raisins. Italy's Sweet Stars Panettone and Pandoro may be the stars of the Italian Christmas table, but Italy's repertoire of holiday breads is vast. Each region boasts its own specialty, like the fruit-laden Panforte from Siena and the honey-spiced Torrone. Greece: Bask in the citrusy sunshine of Tsoureki, a golden braided bread scented with orange zest and mastic resin, often adorned with sesame seeds and a blushing red egg glaze. It's an East...