The History Of Hawaiian Pizza For International Hawaiian Pizza Day

OMG, it’s August 20th, International Hawaiian Pizza Day. When we first had a slice, it was considered a joke by serious pizza eaters. Now, it’s a thing. We first encountered Hawaiian pizza in a Brookline, Massachusetts pizzeria, way back in our college years. Scanning the menu, we found the concept of a cheese pizza—crust, tomato…
Continue reading “The History Of Hawaiian Pizza For International Hawaiian Pizza Day”

A Flaming Scorpion Bowl Recipe For National Rum Day

[1] The real deal: a flaming Scorpion in a bowl with hula girls. Check out the recipe and the video. (photo © Tipsy Bartender). [2] This Scorpion Bowl from The New York Times is made in a conventional bowl. Here’s the recipe, which uses dark rum, gin, and Cognac (photo © New York Times |…
Continue reading “A Flaming Scorpion Bowl Recipe For National Rum Day”

Rose Prosecco History, Food Pairings & Cocktails For National Prosecco Day

[1] Guinigi classic bianco (white) and rosé Prosecco. An Italian label, Guinigi Wines were introduced in September 2020. The portfolio of wines, both sparkling and still, honors the Italian heritage of 3 Badge proprietor and fourth-generation vintner, August Sebastiani (all wines © Guinigi except as noted). [2] This is the second year that rosé Prosecco…
Continue reading “Rose Prosecco History, Food Pairings & Cocktails For National Prosecco Day”