Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad For National Pasta Day

National Pasta Day is October 17th, and rice noodles may not be what you’d immediately think of. But this recipe is special, delicious, and packed with protein from tuna. Thanks to Tonnino for the recipe (photo #1). We’re a big fan of their premium tuna in jars—plus, the regular tuna varieties are joined by those…
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For International Pinotage Day: What Is Pinotage?

October 8th is International Pinotage Day. What’s Pinotage, you may inquire? You wouldn’t be alone in asking. Pinotage is the flagship grape of South Africa, a red wine grape that is native to the country. The term refers to both the grape and the wine made from that grape. The history of Pinotage is below,…
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Cinnamon Swirl Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe: Yummy For Fall

[1] Cinnamon Swirl Pumpkin Coffee Cake: pouring on the glaze (photos #1 and #2 © Baran Bakery.) [2] The inside is studded with pecans. [3] Buy the freshest whole pecans and chop them (photo © Williams Sonoma). [4] Top quality dark brown sugar (photos #4 and #9 © C & H Sugar). The history of…
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Curry Pasta Primavera Recipe For National Curry Week

The first week in October marks the celebration of National Curry Week, a holiday begun in the U.K. 25 years ago. It was founded by a prominent journalist who had fallen in love with curry and wanted to create awareness of the burgeoning Indian restaurant industry, while also raising funds for charity [source]. Americans may…
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Fall Popcorn: Maple & Pecan Popcorn Recipe

October is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month. Make your popcorn flavor of the month Old Fashioned Bourbon Maple Popcorn with Pecans. Accented with warming flavors of bourbon, orange, and bitters, this maple-glazed popcorn recipe is a fun, cocktail-inspired snack perfect for sharing. Serve it with cocktails, or grab a bowl for movie night. > Check out…
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