It’s National Deviled Egg Day! No, the calendar hasn’t fast-forwarded to spring. Today, November 2, is indeed National Deviled Egg Day, and while deviled eggs often take on a shining role come Easter, they’re also a go-to appetizer for that other holiday just around the corner: Thanksgiving. Did you know that another name for deviled […]
The first week of November is National Fig Week, which may seem odd because it comes towards the end of fresh fig season (they can usually be found from May through November). Dating back to the Stone Age, hundreds of varieties of figs have emerged. Figs are highly perishable and need to be used almost […]
There is perhaps no more famous type of beef than wagyu. The Japanese beef is widely considered the creme de la creme when it comes to all things bovine, with the highest grades costing up to $200 per pound, according to Business Insider. All that cost is for good reason, as real wagyu is a […]
You either love it or hate it, there’s little variance between the two. Candy Corn, some describe it as waxy and sickeningly sweet, and others just can’t seem to get enough of this seasonal treat. Whether handed out in small packets at Halloween or served in heaping bowls on grandma’s table, Candy Corn is an […]
A well-lit Instagram photo, immersive TikTok walk-through, or positive online review can go a long way to boosting restaurant staff morale — and possibly getting your favorite hidden gems on the map. In fact, it’s proven that businesses with more positive Google reviews rank higher in search, are viewed as more credible, and may even see an […]
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), a record number of Americans are expected to do something to celebrate Halloween this year. On October 31, almost three-quarters of the country (73%) are expected to either hand out candy, dress in costume, decorate their homes, take their kids trick-or-treating, or head out to a Halloween party. Although the NRF’s survey didn’t specifically […]
Ah, the beloved EVOO. The abbreviation Rachael Ray has made a household word. But did you know that 70% of extra virgin olive oil is fake? Let’s say that again. Seventy percent – almost 3/4 of all EVOO sold on your grocery store shelves is FAKE. Alongside milk and honey, this popular fat is one […]
Each year on October 21st, National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day ushers in the flavors of fall. Cheesecake is one of America’s favorite desserts and by adding pumpkin, we are celebrating everything that’s the best of the flavorful fall season. This sweet dessert mixes fresh soft cheese, cream cheese or cottage cheese, eggs, and sugar to create […]
October 19th is National Seafood Bisque Day, and October is also National Seafood Month. The NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) reports that the United States is recognized as a global leader in sustainable seafood—both wild-caught and farmed. U.S. fishermen and fish farmers operate under some of the most robust and transparent environmental standards in […]
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that bans four food additives linked to health problems, the first time a state has outlawed chemicals allowed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). As NBC News reports, starting in 2027, California will prohibit red dye No. 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil and propylparaben after […]