American Holiday Articles, Blogs And HowTo

The Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans signifies the end of all food revelry before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season begins. People dress up in carnival colors, come out on the streets to sing and dance and eat traditional Creole dishes. So, it is not... -

Forget chicken wings and beer! This year's Super Bowl bash will see the rise of a new star - Avocado. It is expected that while watching the Championship Game, Americans are going to consume 79 million pounds of avocados . It may be in dips, salads,... -

Super Bowl recipe ideas  are some of the most sought after ideas for the sports-crazy Americans who celebrate this game . Owing to the fact that Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day in the US for food consumption (after Thanksgiving),  ... -

It is Super Bowl weekend and although you are having friends over for a party, you really don’t want to enter the kitchen or cook anything at home. We understand, or rather, the fast food companies understand that. Therefore, you have numerous game day... -

You may have to celebrate this year's Super Bowl party without your favorite bowl of chicken wings richly slathered in your favorite sauce. This is because the price of chicken wings has hit horrifying heights . Time has come to double-check your... -

If you like cherries and if you like chocolate, then today is the perfect day for you because it is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day!  While the origin of this Day is unknown, it is known that perhaps the first time chocolate covered cherries were... -

McDonald's employees in Canada are a happy lot these days because they have been allowed to wear poppies in honor of the war veterans of Canada on the occasion of Remembrance Day . They were, earlier, not allowed to do so because of the possible... -

If you are a war veteran, it is time to head to the Uno Chicago Grill . The pizza chain is introducing a new range of family-size pizzas, which will be available in all its restaurants in America. Andrew Zimmern , celebrity chef and board member of the ... -

The 7th Annual Fabulous Food Show 2012 is a must-see event for the war veterans, especially because the troops will get to test their nerves in a totally different field of action - the kitchen. The show, to be held at the I-X Center Box Office in... -

It is time to show your love and respect for the veterans and serving men and women of the US military because it is Veterans Day . The local businesses in the Foxborough are understand this only too well, which is why a number of discounts, promotions... -

They give their today for your tomorrow and it is now time to honor their memory and services rendered to the nation on this Veterans Day , which is on Sunday , November 11, 2012.   The Treaty of Versailles , which was the end of World War 1, was... -

Tasty food deals are the best way to celebrate the Veterans Day and the 24 million veterans and troops. American restaurants and pizzerias are showing you how to do that. The upcoming three-day weekend will have free grub like pizzas, pancakes, donuts, and... -

A much awaited day for comfort food lovers – 16 th July is the National Corn Fritters Day! A day dedicated to this delicious country side dish, which is a creative dish produced from milk, butter, flour, and of course corn kernels.  This is a fried... -

Its time for celebration yet again! 12 th   July is an informal food holiday, celebrated all over US by food lovers and enthusiasts. As the name suggests, this day is dedicated to the delicious nutty pecans , pies, cookies and pecan cupcakes . If... -

Food days always bring back fun and reasons to enjoy your favorite food and so is 11 th of July, giving you a reason to to bite into those healthy blueberry muffins for breakfast! National Blueberry Muffin day was established so by the U.S. Department of... -

You do not have to be on the beach necessarily or party hard to celebrate National Pina Colada Day on 10th July! It’s a day to relax,  sit back and enjoy this tropical drink ! Come summer and we start thinking about cool cocktails and flavoured drinks... -

A much awaited day for fruit lovers! 5 th July is National Apple Turnover day – a day when you do not need an excuse to indulge in the delicious fruit stuffed pastries and several types of apple desserts . This is not an official holiday, but food... -

Love liqueurs and anise ? Now, you have a reason to celebrate and rejoice with your favorite sweet liqueurs - its National Anisette Day on 2nd July! On this day, you do not need to look for a reason or an excuse to have to raise your glass of anisette.... -

An informal holiday – National Tapioca Day is celebrated on June 28 th  by  food lovers all over the world. This is a special day dedicated to tapioca , which is actually a starch that comes from the cassava plant. Tapioca is used in many forms such... -

Another motivation and reason to have your favorite dessert – June 26 th is National Chocolate Pudding Day, so why not celebrate the day to the fullest? Forget all thoughts about calories and weight watching – this is a fun day to explore a variety of... -

An informal food holiday which celebrates onions in the form of rings is popularly known as the National Onion Rings Day. The day, celebrated on June 22 nd is not hugely publicized and remains unknown to many. It’s a day for food enthusiasts to... -

A combination made in heaven , wouldn't you like to celebrate the day dedicated to this heavenly combination of peaches and cream? National Peaches and Cream day is celebrated on 21st June and considered to be a favorite American Food Holiday , which... -

When it comes to milkshakes, all of us do agree that vanilla milkshake had been a favorite during our childhood days and continued to top the list of favorites even during adulthood. It is pleasing to know that June 20th is celebrated all over the... -

  Cooking the perfect steak   for your father may prove to be a little tricky especially if you do not have an inkling about what he actually wants. Most fathers would like to have their steaks rare, a sign of the... -

It is never too late to appreciate your Dad, the man who was there like a rock of Gibraltar , supporting you every day of your life. It is time to pay your respects to him now, on Father’s Day which will be celebrated on the 17th of June this year. How else... -

  Wouldn’t you be surprised to know that in America, a whole day is devoted to celebrate the Coq Au Vin, a French braise of chicken cooked in wine and vegetables? The dish is typically French but Americans celebrate it on March 22 as... -

  You must be busy planning to celebrate the long Memorial Day weekend by the poolside with a tall glass of cocktail in your hand. Well, you need to think of some innovative and fun ideas when it comes to holiday... -

With Memorial Day just around the corner, you must be having a field day planning cookouts and getting your barbecue equipment ready. However, the day need not include greasy grills or fried foods only. Eating healthy on all days, Memorial Day included will... -

  Memorial Day is just a few days away. Whatever be your menu for celebrating this day, these cupcakes are inevitable sweet treats to zest up the celebration. Be it the patriotic ones or something reminding the day’s BBQ party or the sweet... -

  A colorful menu packed with delicious foods – what could be a better way to celebrate Memorial Day! You can create your own menu that includes your favorite appetizers, salads, side dishes, entrees, desserts, and of course, drinks. While... -

  The Memorial Weekend in the US has billions of hot dogs being devoured by hungry Americans who are in full holiday spirit. Though other occasions such as the Independence Day, Labor Day, etc, warrant the same spirit towards the delightful snack,... -

Passover is one of those festivals that has quite a stringent set of rules with respect to food and traditions. The Passover desserts mentioned here adhere to these rules completely but are different to taste, at the same time. Allow your family some exciting... -

Kick off the long Memorial Day Weekend with a great BBQ accompanied with one (or all!) of these 5 super easy desserts! These desserts are so easy to put together that you will find yourself making them more often than just for special occasions! Enjoy! ... -

The Jews have been left happy as well as dreadful as their festival, Purim, just passed by. It is the recent trend associating Purim with drinking that is giving the Rabbis sleepless nights all through America. The Jewish holiday, which commemorates the... -

There is nothing subtle about the King of all cakes, the Mardi Gras Cake because of the vibrant shades of green, gold, and purple, in which it is covered. The cake is the highlight of the Mardi Gras festival celebrated throughout America, more so in New... -

Are you mad about the Super Bowl event? Then why don't you do something different this time by opting for a few drastic Super Bowl dishes? We could help you get prepared for your weekend party at home. Here are a few ideas:-   1)... -

Experience the thrill and energy of the high voltage game at home with friends along with some exotic super bowl cocktails and finger foods   . Friends, food, football, and drinks – what more do you need for an energy-filled game... -

The excitement of a Super Bowl event is almost always accompanied by plenty of food most of which are greasy and loaded with fats. It is best to avoid such high calorie foods and opt for healthy alternatives instead of jeopardizing your health. Listed below... -

She has just gone through a very public bashing over her divorce but that has not stopped Kim Kardashian from stepping out and serving Thanksgiving meals to the homeless at a mission center in Los Angeles. She did this by “dolling” down and being “very... -

Celebrate 4 th of July this year in your own style! This is a special day to have your favorite drink – so, why not prepare your own 4 th of July drink ? You can invite your friends, join any potluck party or simply have it at home and enjoy the... -