how does "tsoureki" relate to greek easter?

Question

i need 2 no 4 a project...
basically i need 2 find out why Greeks make tsoureki on greek easter...
do u know y? i no its a tradition but why? how is it a tradition? hopefully you can help me coz its due in 2 days!! thanxx

Answer 1

Tsoureki
http://www.celtnet.org.uk/recipes/miscellaneous/fetch-recipe.php?rid=misc-tsoureki
Origin: Greek Period: Traditional
Tsoureki is a traditional Greek sweet bread that's most commonly served at Easter
*****(ie to break the Lenten fast).*********
It is traditionally braided, with a red-dyed hard-boiled egg inserted at one end.



Just as this time of year revisits the story of death and resurrection, various cultural and ethnic goups connect with their culinary roots through breads that commemorate what is, for some, the holiest religious holiday of the year.
http://origin.denverpost.com/food/ci_5577776