Soda bread should not have caraway seeds. If we want to be sticklers, I doubt it should have raisins, although one concedes the need for something to provide at least a hint of sweet moisture.

Traditionally made with flour, baking soda, salt, buttermilk, caraway seeds and/or raisins, this tangy bread is made in bakeries at the Shore and across America to celebrate the March 17 holiday.