Although today we can only guess, common belief holds that Patrick died on March 17th and is presently buried at Downpatrick, a small town located about 21 miles south of Belfast, Ireland. A cathedral there is said to have been built upon the spot where Padraig was buried.

There are so many ancient and modern legends that tie Valentine of Rome’s Feast Day to romantic love that there is not enough room to fit in this humble space. But what we can fit are some delicious Valentine’s Day recipes.

Born Charles Hardin Holley, he took a childhood nickname and changed the spelling of his last name to become Buddy Holly, arguably the single greatest musical influence of the early rock era. His music greatly influenced and was covered by The Beatles, Linda Ronstadt, Kid Rock, Elvis Costello, Bruce Springsteen, Lyle Lovett, The Grateful Dead, and The Rolling Stones, along with many others.

The Big Game is the most watched sports television event in the United States. Next to Thanksgiving, The Big Game is the largest day for food consumption in this country. The Big Game has become so big, in fact, that many people view it as a national holiday, which it is not.

There are so many different types of cheese available including cheddar, feta, American white and yellow, sharp white and yellow, mozzarella, cream cheese, cottage cheese, and so forth. It is perhaps one of the most popular food choices throughout the world, and when prepared with food, has so many uses.

The word bacon was likely derived from a variety of peoples, sometime before the 12th Century. Germans referred to early forms of bacon as “bakkon.” The French called it “bako.” An ancient Teutonic word for the back of the pig was “Backe.”

Take a look at some enticing Christmas recipes below, then click on the image to get the recipe. After you have decided on the meal of your choice, give us a call!

Although there is no set rule that turkey should be the primary course served during this celebration, it has become the food of choice.  In fact, turkey is so popular at this time of year that is almost always associated with the annual Thanksgiving celebration.

Today’s version of the “pizza pie” was developed in Naples, Italy. In a display of patriotism, the first version of this pie was called a Margherita and topped with San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, salt, and extra-virgin olive oil.

Why are they called “Deviled” Eggs, you may have asked? It is believed that the term “Deviled,” referencing food, first appeared in print in 1786.