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Joan Russell
Food History and Culture



National Iced Tea Month-June
Source Giphy: Nascar A Brief History of Iced Tea In the United States Green Tea: Source: Pexels Early tea in the US was green due to the...
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Jun 26, 20233 min read
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June: National Lemon Month
History of Lemons in the US Animation Source: Giphy Did you know there are over 200 types of different lemons. Christopher Columbus...
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Jun 19, 20234 min read
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National Diabetes Awareness Week
June 12-18 is Diabetes Awareness Week in the UK but why not observe it in the United States and other countries. It was developed to...
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Jun 12, 20233 min read
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National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
Photo Source: Maxpixel Can Diet and Food Improve Migraines and Chronic Headaches The National Headache Foundation suggest a well balanced...
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Jun 9, 20232 min read
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Celebrate National Cheese Day All Month In June
Animation Source: Giphy National Cheese Day on June 4 celebrate all type of cheese that we eat made from cows milk or sheep's milk....
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Jun 5, 20233 min read
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Vertical Indoor Farms in the US Show Signs of Success
Strawberry Farm Located Inside a Greenhouse: Source; Creative Commons/Wikimedia Vertical Farms are indoor farms that grow plants in...
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Jun 1, 20235 min read
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It's Never Too Late to Celebrate National Strawberry and Cream Day
Animation Source: Giphy Its never too late to celebrate National Strawberry and Cream Day on May 21. Strawberries are in season May and...
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May 25, 20232 min read
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Celebrate National Hamburger Day
Brief History of the Hamburger Photo Source: Giphy National Hamburger Day on May 28 is close to Memorial Day. We all love hamburgers so...
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May 23, 20235 min read
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Chef Jamie Oliver and The Obesity Epidemic
Photo Source: Digga Chef Jamie Oliver from the UK has been actively involved in working to change the diets of children and adults for...
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May 17, 20233 min read
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How Anthony Bourdain Contributed to Food Culture
Animation Source: Giphy/CNN Anthony Bourdain lived in New Jersey and his mother was a copyeditor and his father a music executive. He...
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May 15, 20232 min read
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Celebrate National Public Garden Week
National Public Garden Week is celebrated May 12 -21st. It brings awareness of public gardens, botanical gardens, historic gardens,...
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May 12, 20232 min read
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South Carolina Mustard Barbecue Sauce
History of South Carolina Mustard Barbecue Sauce Yellow Mustard Photo Source: Wikipedia South Carolina Mustard barbecue sauce is linked...
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May 10, 20233 min read
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A Brief History Of Lemonade
The first mention of beverages with lemon occurred in the 12th century. It was recorded by a physician that made drinks using fruits and...
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May 7, 20233 min read
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Chile Verde-Green Chili: A Popular Mexican Dish
Chili Verde: Photo Source: Flicker Steve Wertz A Brief History Chili Verde is a green chili or Mexican stew made with pork, green...
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May 5, 20234 min read
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May is National Barbecue Month
Source: Giphy May is National Barbecue Month and a good time to cook on the gas, charcoal or electric grill and eat outdoors. The...
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Apr 28, 20235 min read
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Celebrate National Picnic Day
National Picnic Day celebrated on April 23 can be celebrated at home inside or outside , by going to a local park, or the beach. You can...
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Apr 21, 20235 min read
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Local CT Food Trucks Provide Diverse Menu For Customers
In the warmer weather your business, club, organization ,or family may plan a special event that requires food preparation. Why not try a...
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Apr 17, 20234 min read
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National BLT Sandwich Month-Are BLT's Healthy?
Photo Source: Giphy April celebrates National BLT Sandwich Month and the first question you may ask are is bacon healthy. According to...
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Apr 14, 20232 min read
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Fresh Tomato Day
A Brief History Did you know Fresh Tomato Day is on April 6 ? But, why not celebrate it any day of the year. The cultivated tomato...
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Apr 8, 20234 min read
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International Carrot Day
Did you ever hear of International Carrot Day? What a great idea to get children and adults to eat more vegetables. It is celebrated on...
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Apr 3, 20234 min read
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