Lithuanian record set: Largest gingerbread cookie baked

Lithuania has set a new national record with the baking of its largest-ever gingerbread cookie at the Gingerbread Festival held in the ethnographic village of Naujosios Rėvos.

The impressive, heart-shaped confection measures a remarkable 2.5 meters in width and 2.5 meters in height. It was meticulously crafted by "Džiaugsmo dirbtuvės" (Joy Workshops), an association that has been organizing the festival for four years.

Following the official measurements and admiration from attendees, the giant gingerbread cookie was divided into hundreds of pieces. Festival participants were invited to purchase a slice, with all proceeds dedicated to charitable causes. The funds generated will be used to finance educational programs and provide sweet gifts for families, children, and the elderly facing hardship.

Vytautas Vansavičius, director of the Vilnius District Municipality Administration and patron of the festival, expressed pride in the event's growth and its connection to local heritage. Regina Žemaitienė, founder of "Džiaugsmo dirbtuvės" and the originator of the record-breaking idea, highlighted the deep roots of Lithuanian culinary traditions and the community's generosity. The event not only celebrates culinary heritage but also symbolizes the community's willingness to support those in need.