[1995]
[Santa's OFFICIAL News Source]
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
Saturday Jul 05, 2025
[Mrs Claus]
Holiday Sweets & Treats

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tart with Apple Cranberry Crisp! This warm, comforting dessert features tender apples, tart cranberries, and a buttery, crumbly topping—ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy family meals, and seasonal celebrations.


Indulge in homemade Chocolate Peppermint Bark this holiday season! A perfect blend of rich chocolate and crunchy peppermint, this festive treat is ideal for Christmas parties, gift-giving, or enjoying by the fire.


Create irresistible Crock Pot Candy this holiday season with just a few simple ingredients! This easy, slow-cooked treat combines rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy nuts—making it perfect for holiday gifts, parties, or a sweet indulgence anytime. It just might be the ultimate holiday treat!


Here's a recipe from our very own Ali Elf. Indulge in this rich, velvety Dark Fudge this holiday season! Made with premium dark chocolate and a creamy texture, this decadent treat is perfect for holiday gifting, parties, or satisfying your sweet cravings.


Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, and bring it right here. Indulge in the classic taste of Figgy Pudding, a rich and spiced dessert that’s perfect for the holiday season. This traditional Christmas treat, filled with figs and warming spices, is ideal for festive gatherings.


TERRIFIC TASKER OF THE SEASON

Could it be You?

[TERRIFIC TASKER OF THE SEASON]

Every Christmas I end up thinking that it’s been the busiest one yet. Guess what I’m thinking today? You guessed it…

This Christmas has been the busiest one yet. No, honestly. It has!

It’s getting near to the end of a chock-a-blockful four weeks of travelling, tasting and tons of terrific tasks. I’ve seen so many good deeds from you all, that I’m overwhelmed. Yesterday, I managed to zip down to Brazil, where I saw a great little lad, Luis, cook dinner for his mom who has the ‘flu. The meatballs were luke warm and there were more lumps in his sauce than a two-day old rice pudding, but it’s the thought that counts when it comes to Terrific Tasks. Little Luis certainly has the Xtra Good Factor.

It seems that this year a lot of things are being stopped… For example, exit signs – they’re on the way out (get it?!!!) and then there’s Advent calendars – their days are numbered. Those are my two jokes out of the way for this week’s column!

[by Toomer Elf]

On to more serious matters…

You may have read about the announcement of ‘Elf of the Season’. I’ve had a word in Santa’s rosy ear and he’s agreed to award ‘Terrific Tasker of the Season’ to the child who has been the most thoughtful, the kindest and considerate.

Could it be you? Here’s how I’m going to judge it:

- From now through midnight on Christmas Eve, my special TTT (Terrific Task Team) will be visiting you all and sending me reports on the good deeds you’ve been doing.

- When I’ve decided on the person who has been the most thoughtful (without doing it for money or reward), I’ll tell Santa.

- The winner will get then a year’s worth of pat-on-the-backs, one large ‘For Your A Jolly Good Fellow’ and a jar full of ‘I-feel-good-about-myself-ness’. As well as a special visit from Mr Claus of course.

Talking of Santa, I suppose I’d better get back to work… If I don’t see you before the 25th, let me wish you and yours a very happy Christmas, New Year and everything in between. Take a little time to be considerate and remember the meaning behind the date.


Spread Christmas Cheer with Magical Elf Texts from the North Pole!

Let your imagination run wild this holiday season with Elf Texts from North Pole Times! Become one of Santa's mischievous helpers and send fun, personalized text messages to family and friends, straight from the North Pole.

[The North Pole Times News Team]