Origins and Historical Background of National Black Business Month National Black Business Month is observed annually in August and was established to recognize the contributions, resilience, and economic importance of Black-owned businesses. The observance originated in 2004 through the efforts of historian and entrepreneur John William Templeton and engineer Frederick E. Jordan Sr., who sought […]
The Quiet Elegance of White Wine A glass of chilled white wine catches the light in a way that feels effortless — pale gold, straw, sometimes almost silvery. A gentle swirl releases aromas of citrus peel, white flowers, stone fruit or wet stone. The first sip might be brisk and mouthwatering, or soft and rounded, […]
The Accidental Cookie That Changed Dessert Forever There’s an alchemy that happens when butter, sugar, eggs, flour, and chocolate come together in a mixing bowl and slide onto a baking […]
The Global Story of Beer International Beer Day celebrates one of humanity’s oldest and most widely shared beverages. Beer predates written language and organized agriculture, emerging alongside early human settlements. […]
Every year around this time, I find myself craving national cherry popover day. It signals a call to gather over plates and conversation. In kitchens and cafes across the country, […]
You know it's early September in Chicago when the scent of roasting meat and warm pita wafts down Halsted Street, luring people toward a tiny shop with a spinning column […]
As soon as my calendar flips to September, national tofu day comes to mind. It nudges us to slow down and savor something simple and satisfying. In kitchens and cafes […]
A Taste of Late Summer It’s hard to say what triggers it first—cooler air or the thought of National Blueberry Popsicle Day. The holiday arrives on September 2, just as […]
A Bowl Full of Comfort The first hint of fall often sends me rummaging for ingredients to make grits for breakfast. It’s a meal that invites neighbors and families to […]
The Taste of Late Summer September mornings have a way of making National Baby Back Ribs Day taste even better. It conjures childhood memories, smoky air, and the warmth of kitchens and backyards long ago. Across patios, cafés, and barbecue joints, people take note of September 3 and remember how this hearty dish connects them […]
A Toast to Comfort and Heritage There’s a certain light in early September that makes me think of National Welsh Rarebit Day. The date, September 3, seems made for something warm and toasty, something that blurs the line between simple sustenance and quiet indulgence. In kitchens and cafés across the country, people take note of […]
The Flavor of Late Summer Long afternoons and shorter days mean one thing to me: it’s time for National Macadamia Nut Day. The holiday, celebrated on September 4, feels like an invitation to slow down and savor something buttery, crisp, and a little indulgent. Across kitchens and cafés, people take note of the date and […]