Hot Cross Buns & Good Friday
If you’re from Belize, you already know—Good Friday carries a stillness that hits deep. No meat. No loud music. Just peace, reverence… and the unmistakable smell of hot cross buns fresh out the oven. These buns aren’t just a treat—they’re a tradition. Soft, slightly sweet, laced with cinnamon, raisins, and spice. You tear one open, spread a little butter (or slide in a slice of cheese if you’re feeling fancy), and suddenly, you’re back in grandma’s kitchen, barefoot, watching the sky turn gold. Good Friday in Belize isn’t just about what we don’t do—it’s about what we do hold sacred. Slowing down. Respecting the moment. Remembering. And those buns? They carry more than flavor. They carry memory.