Heating Up the Heartland

My Cleveland Twist on Traditional Glogg

In the heart of winter, when the city's skyscrapers are dusted with snow and the wind whips off Lake Erie with a biting chill, native Clevelanders find solace in the warmth of their kitchens. It's the perfect time to embrace the Scandinavian tradition of glogg, a spiced, mulled wine that's as much a celebration of the season as it is a delicious antidote to the cold.

Glogg, pronounced "gluhg," is a centuries-old tradition, a drink that's as rich in history as it is in flavor. It's a concoction that's meant to be sipped slowly, savored, and shared with friends and family. Here's how to make it, Cleveland style. I’ve substituted