This mountain of rummy persimmon cake drizzled with rummy orange icing was inspired by James Beard’s persimmon bread. Meanwhile, butter a 12-cup bundt pan with 2 tablespoons of the melted butter, then ...

A traditional Jamaican rum cake, often enjoyed around Christmastime, is much closer to a fruit cake than our version of this cake is, but the two versions have one key thing in common: Jamaican rum.

“You should have started months ago. You remember. This is a cake that requires your attention, your respect and, most importantly, your time.” These were my mother’s parting words to me when I told ...

Soak fruits in rum, brandy, and wine for at least 1 week (many soak for months). Before using, blend half to a paste and keep half chunky. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Line pans with parchment paper ...