July

You have to love a day dedicated to what was once considered scrap meat.   It’s hard to believe, but there was a time when chicken wings went into the stockpot or the trash. Those early appendages were small and scrawny.   Today’s wings are plump, tender and tasty. They are also the center of […]

When we celebrate National Buffalo Soldiers Day on July 28, we can imagine them proudly riding by. They were brave in the face of battle and loyal to a country that enslaved them only years before it accepted them into the military.   They were soldiers, but they were much more. These remarkable men represented […]

It’s hard and starts with very little training, but it’s the most rewarding job in the world. Rookies quickly learn that classes and manuals don’t scratch the surface. Good advice is always available, but the sources don’t always agree. This is probably for the best because raising children is no more science than art. New […]

Whether crowned with relish, ketchup, sauerkraut or mustard, do not leave your wiener uncovered. Just as the clothes make the man, the toppings make the dog. And the most creative toppings present the best hot dogs.   It’s Hot Dog Day, observed annually on the third Wednesday in July. The first dogs were offered with […]

If you do not have plans for July 20, wait until nightfall.   Find yourself a comfortable spot in the backyard, snuggle down in a favorite chair, and look up.   Do you see the moon? It has been shining down on Earth since before our time. There are many wonderful pictures of our only […]

You wear your ink with pride. That gives you something in common with Ozi.   He is the world’s oldest mummy, and he sports some impressive tats. Ozi is surely here in spirit as we mark Tattoo Day on the calendar this July 17. Historians chalk up Ozi’s tattoos to an expression of religion or […]

From tot to teen, kids have grown up eating macaroni & cheese.   For adults, sitting down to enjoy this quintessential American dish brings instant comfort. On July 14, celebrate Macaroni & Cheese Day by giving this classic a gourmet makeover. If your only experience with macaroni & cheese has been throwing together processed ingredients […]

President Thomas Jefferson was renowned for many things. His love for a plate of hot, crisp French fries doesn’t make it to the top of most historians’ lists. It should.   We say that with a knowing smile. Jefferson developed his penchant for pommes de terre frites a cru en petites tranches during his stint […]

Five billion is an extraordinary figure. This was the approximate head count of our planet’s population in 1987.   It is impossible to pinpoint when a critical mass of humans will leave us with no more breathing room. In 1989, the United Nations established World Population Day, observed annually on July 11, to focus our […]

In addition to bourbon, Kentucky is noted for some enjoyable edibles. One of the most celebrated is crunchy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. This savory food was launched from humble southern kitchens to the starring menu item at one of America’s most famous fast food eateries. Savor the flavor of this […]