When I moved from New York City about 18 months ago I seriously missed the many ethnic food shops that Central Florida simply does not have in abundance. Sure, after a few months here I came across an authentic French Bakery that I adored. However they soon closed after the landlord booted them out to … Continue reading I found a new location to celebrate National Croissant Day
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Luckily National Pie Day falls on a Monday
There are many Pies that are celebrating with their own National Days throughout the year, but today is a generic National Pie Day. You can bet I will be celebrating them throughout the calendar but today, let us celebrate all types and flavors of pie. And the fact it falls on a Monday is luck … Continue reading Luckily National Pie Day falls on a Monday
National Marzipan Day
This is the second of three posts where I will take a particular National Day and spin an extended Throwback Thursday based on memories of that topic... My father loved marzipan and when he let me sample one, I fell in love with it as well. Over the years it served as a perfect Christmas … Continue reading National Marzipan Day
Chocolate Covered Cherries National Day (again)
You bet I am a big fan of Chocolate Covered Cherries and their National Day, January 3. I've written two previous posts about them here on my blog and I'm happy to do so again today today. I mean who can resist their plain sweet goodness right before you. They seem to beckon you, whisper … Continue reading Chocolate Covered Cherries National Day (again)
New Years Day is National Bloody Mary Day
Party too heartedly last night at the New Years Eve Party? Many would recommend administering a hearty dose of a Bloody Mary this morning. Far be it from me to prescribe a bit of the dog that bit you. But you can also serve it as an alcohol Mocktail as a zesty tomato juice. Try … Continue reading New Years Day is National Bloody Mary Day
Happy International Sushi Day
I really like sushi so am happy to celebrate this day. But not all sushi. Those restaurants who insist on having the sushi chef choose your selection don't suit me. For instance, I'm sorry but I don't like eel. Yet that seems to be one of the sushi chef's favorites. So I'm not a sushi … Continue reading Happy International Sushi Day
National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day
Peanut Butter is delicious and nutritious and versatile. It can be made into cookies, a delicious Thai sauce, and when encased in chocolate, a delightful Reese's Cup. Best of all it can disguise medicine for doggies. So here is a gif of a real Jif fan and peanut butter lover! As always you can find … Continue reading National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day
National Skip The Straw Day
The fourth Friday of February is set aside as National Skip the Straw Day. The huge numbers of plastic straws used by the world everyday stays around a long time and damages untold wildlife. I generally never use the straw given out when I dine out, but there is an alternative to just skipping it. … Continue reading National Skip The Straw Day
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #7 – Hudepohl Beer and the source of the “Who Dey” chant
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #7 – Hudepohl Beer and the source of the “Who Dey” chant
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #6 – Cincinnati Style Chili (with a call out to National Peppermint Patty Day)
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #6 – Cincinnati Style Chili (with a call out to National Peppermint Patty Day)
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #5 – Montgomery Inn Ribs
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #5 – Montgomery Inn Ribs
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #4 and a tie in to National Pizza Day! – La Rosa’s Pizza
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #4 and a tie in to National Pizza Day! – La Rosa’s Pizza
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #3 – Goetta
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #3 – Goetta
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #2 Graeter’s Ice Cream
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #2 Graeter’s Ice Cream
Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #1 Grippo’s Snack Foods
In celebration of the Cincinnati Bengals returning to the Super Bowl after an absence of more than three decades, I will post a unique Queen City Flavor Experience each day until the big day. Many regions of this country developed food or drink preferences that have withstood the national big brands swamping America with their … Continue reading Celebrating Cincinnati Cuisine #1 Grippo’s Snack Foods
National Homemade Soup Day
Sure you can get soup from a can, just like Andy Warhol used to do. You can get pretty complicated about it - I have a minestrone soup that I make that can take half a day just to get started. Or you may be intimidated by those recipes that require an immersion blender that … Continue reading National Homemade Soup Day
National Tater Tots Day and a another way to fix them!
I have waxed poetically on my love of these little potato nuggets. I presented the recipe for Amy Klobuchars's Hot Dish and showed you how to make them up in a waffle iron. Of course, they come out great from an air fryer. But have I told you how tater tots got started? Way back … Continue reading National Tater Tots Day and a another way to fix them!
National Whipped Cream Day
Like many people I love a dollop of whipped cream on just about every dessert. But I have always been a little hesitant about using the product from a can or tub. These contain chemicals and stabilizers to keep them viable for a long time. I have made whipped cream from scratch in the past … Continue reading National Whipped Cream Day
Throwback Thursday – Happy Thanksgiving!
I've only been doing Throwback Thursdays on a regular basis for less than a year. Since Thanksgiving always falls on a Thursday, you can be sure I will have to mount many of these entries over the coming years. Luckily Thanksgiving means a gathering of families and lots of photos along the way. I hope … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – Happy Thanksgiving!
National Tie One On Day
Nope, this is not what you're thinking. Drinking to oblivion comes after the Thanksgiving Holiday from listening to your crazy relative explain all their political conspiracy theories to you over the turkey dinner. National Tie One On Day is all about helping out with the coming feast. Tie on your apron, roll up your sleeves … Continue reading National Tie One On Day
National Coffee with a Cop Day
The first Wednesday in October is always National Coffee with a Cop Day. And remember that if you fail to offer coffee to a cop, they can come and get it from you. As always you can find more at http://www.walterthinnes.com and on Twitter @walterthinnes
I’m Wired for National Coffee Day!
Always one of my favorite National Days, I really love my coffee and there is only one kind of coffee I need... Cafe du Monde from New Orleans is a strong coffee mixed with ground chicory. My favorite flavor. May you have a great coffee today and tomorrow and always... As always you can find … Continue reading I’m Wired for National Coffee Day!
National Banana Split Day
When I was growing up in Ohio, our parents would take us to Dairy Queen from time to time for a special treat. When we were very young we were only allowed a Dilly Bar (vanilla ice cream in a chocolate shell). As we grew older we could move up the menu and the Peanut … Continue reading National Banana Split Day
Celebrating National Waffle Day in the land of Waffle House!
I am still learning my way around the neighborhoods of Central Florida but one thing I know is that we are well within the bounds of Waffle House Nation. When I lived in New York City the closest Waffle House was in Pennsylvania, not far from the New Jersey border. But here in Florida they … Continue reading Celebrating National Waffle Day in the land of Waffle House!
Friday Follow-up to a Thursday Throwback
Yesterday I posted this photo of my probably 11 year old father posing on a parked motorcycle. All that was penciled on the back were the words "Todd" and "1949." I recognized the driveway but couldn't identify who the motorcycle might belong to and asked for help from family. As usual, my family came through. … Continue reading Friday Follow-up to a Thursday Throwback
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