National Sourdough Bread Day is celebrated on April 1st each year. This day is dedicated to the delicious and tangy bread that is made with a naturally fermented starter instead of commercial yeast. Sourdough bread has been a staple in many cultures for thousands of...
Today’s Spotlight is on Clams. Clams are invertebrates, or animals without a backbone. They are part of the Mollusca phylum, the second largest group of animals in the world. In this phylum, clams are classified as bivalve shellfish, meaning their body is enclosed in...
Ybor City, located in Tampa, Florida, is a unique cultural hub with a long and interesting history related to food. In the late 1800s, Ybor City was founded by Don Vicente Martinez Ybor, a Spanish immigrant and cigar manufacturer. Ybor City quickly developed into a...
Today we celebrate National Spanish Paella Day! This traditional dish is a staple of Spanish cuisine and is enjoyed by people all over the world. In the United States, paella is becoming increasingly popular. In 2019, it was the third most searched dish on Google. In...
Ahhh, spinach. The leafy green vegetable that Popeye made famous! National Spinach Day is a day to celebrate this healthy and delicious veggie. Whether you enjoy it cooked, steamed, or raw in a salad, there are countless ways to enjoy this nutritious food. Spinach...
International Waffle Day is a day that celebrates the delicious breakfast treat, waffles! It is celebrated on March 25th every year and is a great excuse to indulge in some waffle-y goodness. The origin of waffles is believed to date back to the Middle Ages, when flat...
