A Newfoundland Christmas Tradition, reimagined
If you’ve just watched the video, you already know — this isn’t your average Christmas Slush.
In Newfoundland and Labrador, Tibb’s Eve marks the unofficial start of Christmas. It’s the night when friends gather, the holiday spirit kicks in, and long-standing traditions take centre stage. One of those traditions, for many households across NL, is the beloved Christmas Slush.
It’s familiar. It’s festive. And it’s been part of Tibb’s Eve celebrations for generations.
This year, we wanted to honour that tradition — while giving it a fresh, modern twist. All thanks to the Wanda Baker, out of the Newfoundland Herald 1998 Christmas Cookbook.
From the Classic Christmas Slush to Something a Little More Refined
Most of us grew up with some version of Christmas slush: a tried-and-true recipe, shared between friends and family, pulled out year after year. There’s comfort in that familiarity, and we wouldn’t change it for the world.
But we also love exploring how classic recipes can evolve.
Wanda’s Singapore Sling Slush takes inspiration from the flavours of a Singapore Sling cocktail, bringing together bright citrus, cherry notes, and a smooth frozen texture. The result is a drink that still feels unmistakably festive, but with a more elevated, cocktail-forward profile.
It’s everything you love about a Newfoundland Christmas slush — just reimagined beyond the same old same old.
Traditions Worth Celebrating — and Evolving
One of the things we love most about Newfoundland traditions is how they grow with us. They’re deeply rooted in history, but they’re also meant to be shared, adapted, and enjoyed in new ways.
This slush is another way of celebrating a beloved NL holiday tradition while letting it evolve — keeping the spirit of Tibb’s Eve alive, with just a bit of a glow-up.
Because sometimes, the best way to celebrate the season is to take something familiar — and make it feel new again.
Cheers to Tibb’s Eve, to Christmas Slush, to Wanda Baker, and to traditions that keep bringing us together. 🍒❄️🥂
