Next Wednesday, Americans celebrate the country’s adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.  Typical celebrations are grilling, swimming, fireworks, visiting the shore, road trips to historic towns, and other outdoor activities. Many cities host a...

This month we celebrate Soul Food. Soul food originated in the American South, before the Civil War, on slave-based plantations. The term “soul” came about in the 1960s and was used to describe African American culture. After slavery was abolished over 150 years ago,...

This Sunday is Father’s Day! It is a day to honor and show extra gratitude to those who work hard to always make their kids’ lives better. Generally Dads enjoy grilling outdoors; this becomes a regular activity when the weather is nice. Some Dads grill...

Seventy-four years ago, on June 6th, 1944, American, British, and Canadian forces landed on France’s Normandy coast to liberate France from German Nazi control. The invasion was called Operation Overlord, also known as D-Day, and it marked the beginning of the end of...

National Rotisserie Chicken Day is held on June 2nd every year. One can find rotisserie chicken in places such as delis, grocery stores, and restaurants. Because of its convenience in size, it is very common for people to purchase rotisserie chicken when they do not...

This Monday is National Brisket Day! There are various cooking styles and methods which people use to prepare brisket; it all depends on the area of the United States where it is being prepared. The most popular style of cooking brisket is Texas style, which consists...

As we get closer to Memorial Day weekend, a holiday which many Americans look forward to, it is important to remember what it signifies. While for many it means a day off work, the start of the summer, or a barbecue with family and friends, it is really a day to honor...

It is Mother’s Day this Sunday, and everybody is already making plans! Mother’s Day brunch, Mother’s Day dinner, or breakfast in bed? What will it be? It can be anything; but it for sure involves food. Every mom deserves a special meal. A few recipe ideas that cover...

Many Americans are under the misconception that Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexican Independence. Perhaps that is because the date of the celebration is so similar to our own Fourth of July. The truth is, the 5th of May celebrates the day that Mexico defeated the French...

Today is National Prime Rib Day! Prime rib is one of the eight prime cuts of beef. A fun fact about prime rib is that some people refer to it as the “King of Meats”! Prime rib comes both bone-in and boneless. Our in-house experts recommend prime rib to be roasted with...