Regional Foods of the Holidays

Regional Foods of the Holidays

Culinary Differences across the Country It doesn’t matter where you live, in the lower 48, Alaska or Hawaii, when you think of the year-end holidays, there’s a traditional food that comes to mind. Sometimes it’s a confection…Arizonans love a good flan, and Christmas...
The History of Our Calendar

The History of Our Calendar

How the Calendar Has Changed Over Time We’re nearly halfway to the end of December, about to enter a “new year.” What does that mean, though? Why is January 1 considered to be the beginning of a new calendar year? Has it always been that way? How did the modern...
Maple Syrup—Nature’s Gold

Maple Syrup—Nature’s Gold

How Is It Made? When Is It Running? Are There Different Kinds of Maple Syrup? Is there anything that doesn’t taste just a little bit better with a splash of maple syrup? Sure, it’s great on pancakes and waffles, but it’s also a great addition to pork, fish, poultry,...