In 1946, Nat King Cole recorded one of the most famous holiday standards. Though, “The Christmas Song” was originally co-written by another crooner of the time. It was a sweltering summer day in July ...

Every person in the English-speaking world knows the lyrics of Mel Tormé’s “The Christmas Song.” More specifically, its opening line: “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire.” It’s a romantic image, no?

"Chestnuts roasting on an open fire" goes the opening lyric to one of the most popular Christmas songs ever written. But the truth is, it's much easier to roast chestnuts in the microwave, though it's ...