This is one of those national days based on reading the date. Thus March fourteen is also read as 3.14, the first three digits of the mathematical constant used to calculate the area of a circle. Handy thing. And, of course, in English a homophone of the delicious dessert pie. Thus a mania for baking … Continue reading National Pi Day
Holidays/National Days
National Meatball Day and a recipe to go with…
Meatballs are so versatile - they can be used in a sauce or on their own; they can be an appetizer or main course; they can be lowbrow grub or haute cuisine fancy. I've made many recipes for meatballs and have recently settled on the one below. Works fine and tonight I plan to make … Continue reading National Meatball Day and a recipe to go with…
Spring ahead tonight
Stop complaining. Every year when we advance the clocks for Daylight Savings Time, I hear moaning and groaning from nearly everyone. Oh, you're going to lose an hour of sleep tonight like it is the very worst thing that can happen. Look, you owe it. You got an extra hour sleep last fall and now … Continue reading Spring ahead tonight
National Grammar Day
Today is National Grammar Day and it should be very important to everyone. Not everybody in the blogosphere are native English speakers. This is a difficult but rich language. It is hard to learn even by people born here. Be cautious about some common issues that will trip you up. Be especially careful about how … Continue reading National Grammar Day
National Mulled Wine Day
You can mull cider, mull wine or mull over an idea. My idea is a warm spiced wine on a cold winter day. There are many recipes to be found for mulled wine but my favorite is at the Delish website. Give it a try and I'll be right over! https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a23364385/mulled-wine-recipe/ As always you can … Continue reading National Mulled Wine Day
A National Month + A National Day = A Kid Friendly Snack!
The month of March is National Celery Month and today, March 1, is National Peanut Butter Lovers Day. What can we make from that? I know! We can make Ants on a Stick! No, no, no, no. Not like that. More like this: That's better. Simple, really. Take celery, spread peanut butter in the groove … Continue reading A National Month + A National Day = A Kid Friendly Snack!
National Chocolate Soufflé Day
There are few desserts more showy and more delicious than Chocolate Soufflé. Here is a recipe I have made and assure you it is great. ===============Chocolate Soufflé INGREDIENTS: 7 ounces semisweet chocloate, coarsely chopped4 tablespoons rum, Framboise, orange juice, Grand Mariner or water4 egg yolk1/4 cup sugar8 egg whites, room temperatureBerries & mint leaves METHOD: … Continue reading National Chocolate Soufflé Day
National Pistachio Day
You know the nut - it is delicious, roasted, and salty, a great snack and marketing heavily as a healthy snack. That's not how I remembered them as a youth - in my day... ...there were only found in light bulb heated display cases on convenience store counters and dyed a bright red that always … Continue reading National Pistachio Day
National Clam Chowder Day
There are many types of clam chowder - New England with the cream base; Manhattan with the tomato base and Rhode Island with a broth base. I have several recipes calling for fresh clams, but shucks, that seems too complicated during a busy week. So to warm your cold February weeknight here is a simple … Continue reading National Clam Chowder Day
National Banana Bread Day
I like bread in general and Banana Bread in particular. Especially warm. Especially homemade. So here is a recipe that allows you to celebrate. It is a great recipe, I can promise you. ===============BANANA BREAD INGREDIENTS: 2 cups flour3/4 cup sugar3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped3 large bananas, very … Continue reading National Banana Bread Day
National Cherry Pie Day
I do love cherry pie, whether for dessert or for breakfast. Especially for breakfast. It is likely no accident that cherry pie day happens close to the birthday of George Washington who has his own famous tie to the cherries. So enjoy and have a slice of cherry pie today. And smile showing your wooden … Continue reading National Cherry Pie Day
Random Acts of Kindness
Today is National Random Acts of Kindness Day and you should really join me in celebrating by reaching out to a friend, family member and especially a stranger with a random act of kindness. The world really needs this now. As always you can find more at http://www.walterthinnes.com and on Twitter @walterthinnes
National Almond Day
Today is National Almond Day and what a tasty, versatile nut it is. You can spice them up for snacks with either savory or sweet coatings. You can drink them as milk (you can find many recipes for making almond milk at home on the web, but easier just to pick up a carton at … Continue reading National Almond Day
A very warm, very special day
I'm sure you already know what a special day today is. I bet you're already feeling warm and happy. Because unofficially winter is over. You see, pitchers and catchers report to the Cincinnati Reds camp today to start Spring Training so I have a happy and warm feeling all over. Wait a moment, someone is … Continue reading A very warm, very special day
National Tortellini Day
Ah, one of my favorite pasta shapes and a stuffed one at that! The legend of how the shape originated goes that when the goddess Venus checked into an inn, the innkeeper was so struck by her beauty that he tried to watch her through the door's keyhole. But all he could see was her … Continue reading National Tortellini Day
National Umbrella Day
Today is National Umbrella Day and if you live in New York City you will really need it today. Snap a picture of yourself with your favorite umbrella, post it to social media with the tag #NationalUmbrellaDay and then promptly leave it behind on the seat of the next taxi you take. To celebrate watch … Continue reading National Umbrella Day
National Bagel and Lox Day
Bagel and Lox are my absolute favorite breakfast and to celebrate I have acquired all the fixings for an excellent meal. If you are reading this when it is posted Sunday morning you can be assured that is exactly what I am eating. Feel free to join me. I toast my bagels. Don't hate me. … Continue reading National Bagel and Lox Day
February is Great American Pie Month
...and I do love me some pie. So see the recipe and picture below, and set it aside for this summer's Independence Day celebration. You won't regret it... ===============American Berry PieSUMMARY: Fresh summer berries and a flaky butter and almond crust create a delicious patriotic pie. INGREDIENTS: CRUST2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup finely chopped almonds1/4 … Continue reading February is Great American Pie Month
National Homemade Soup Day
I've said it before - make soup at home instead of opening a can. Here's a great soup recipe for cold winter days. Pair it with a grilled cheese and slice some basil to flavor it. And unlike other tomato soup recipes this is easy to reheat because there is no dairy. Give it a … Continue reading National Homemade Soup Day
National Football Hangover Day
Okay, everyone who didn't watch the big game last night, raise your hand. Hmmm. Thought so. What I love is that TiVO has a feature where the DVR will play back the recording skipping the game and letting you watch just the commercials. Though generally, I thought they were a deeply mixed group (except for … Continue reading National Football Hangover Day
National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
The last Monday in January is National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day and there are good reasons (pop) to celebrate. The product was developed in the late 1950's (pop) by two inventors who sealed two shower curtains together incorporating air bubbles. Their intent (pop) was to create a three dimensional wallpaper (pop) but that didn't sell … Continue reading National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
National Handwriting Day
National Handwriting Day was established way back in 1977 by the "Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association." They wanted to sell more of those pens, pencils and crayons that their members cranked out at a furious rate. Then came the computer and how is it looking now? Lack of cursive writing skills in young 'uns is a … Continue reading National Handwriting Day
January is National Soup Month
Way back in 1986 the Campbell's company named January as National Soup Month. Not surprisingly they were angling to sell more cans of soup during this cold month. But you can cross them up by making your own at home. You can find easier soups but you will never find a tastier, more January appropriate … Continue reading January is National Soup Month
National Cheese Lovers Day
You can count me among the cohort celebrating today as I simply adore cheese. There are more than 1,000 kinds of cheese and I want to taste everyone of them. I will be certain to celebrate today with some lovely cheese. If you come to New York be sure to stop by Murray's Cheese to … Continue reading National Cheese Lovers Day
National Hot Buttered Rum Day
As winter tightens its grip, a Hot Buttered Rum sounds like the perfect drink to warm up your day. But I have never made one so I, of course, turned to the internet and you can find lots of ideas. My favorite site includes a video, how to make a single cup, how to make … Continue reading National Hot Buttered Rum Day
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