I have made no secret about how I love summer strawberry desserts but oddly I have had little interaction with Strawberry Parfaits. So when today’s National Day came up, I had no real inspiration. So I decided to put Artificial Intelligence to work. I have been fiddling with both ChatGPT and the Google program Bard. So I typed this exact phrase into their prompt space:

“Write a clever blog post on National Strawberry Parfait Day.”

And in just a couple of seconds this is the exact text it produced with no editing…

***Sure, here is a clever blog post on National Strawberry Parfait Day:

National Strawberry Parfait Day: A Sweet Celebration

June 25 is National Strawberry Parfait Day, a day to celebrate one of summer’s most delicious and refreshing desserts. Strawberry parfaits are made with layers of fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and yogurt, and they’re the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.

There are many ways to make a strawberry parfait. You can use store-bought yogurt or make your own. You can also use fresh or frozen strawberries. And if you’re feeling creative, you can add other toppings, such as granola, chocolate chips, or nuts.

No matter how you make it, a strawberry parfait is sure to please. So gather your ingredients and get ready to celebrate National Strawberry Parfait Day!

Here are some fun facts about strawberries:

• Strawberries are a member of the rose family.
• The first strawberries were cultivated in France in the 13th century.
• The United States is the world’s largest producer of strawberries.
• Strawberries are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

So next time you’re looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert, why not make a strawberry parfait? It’s a great way to celebrate National Strawberry Parfait Day and enjoy the sweet taste of summer.

Here is a recipe for a simple strawberry parfait:

Ingredients:

• 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions:

1. Layer the strawberries, yogurt, and whipped cream in a glass or parfait dish.
2. Repeat layers until the dish is full.
3. Top with additional whipped cream and strawberries, if desired.
4. Serve immediately.

Here are some fun ways to celebrate National Strawberry Parfait Day:

• Have a strawberry parfait party with your friends and family.
• Go strawberry picking and make your own parfaits.
• Enter a strawberry parfait-eating contest.
• Donate to a local food bank that supports strawberry farmers.

No matter how you celebrate, National Strawberry Parfait Day is a great day to enjoy the sweet taste of summer.***

I don’t know how ‘clever’ the post is, I would have thrown in some puns or quips or jokes. But maybe I should learn from the above. It seemed to take no effort and did not cost me anything but it is a perfectly serviceable blog post, from usual content to standard format. Impressive. Or maybe it is just showing me what a simpleton I am with my blog. I promise to never substitute AI produced text for one of my posts without telling you, but I will continue exploring the technology. Welcome to a brave new world.