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Did you know that today, June 11, is National Margherita Pizza Day? It’s a way to pay homage to the iconic Neapolitan-style pizza, which consists of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. According to legend, this particular style of pizza was invented in Naples, Italy, back in 1889, in honor of a visit by Queen Margherita of Savoy. The pizza’s color scheme … Continue reading Pizza Decorating for Kids in Reston, Virginia
Did you know that today is National Donut Day? Always celebrated on the first Friday in June, National Donut Day was started by the Salvation Army back in 1938 in honor of their members who dutifully served donuts to soldiers during World War I. It was a way to bring about cheer and boost morale. … Continue reading The Fractured Prune Backstory
The holidays are considered the sweetest time of the year for many reasons. Where festive food is concerned, this is the time to eat, drink, and be merry. The always-sudden abundance of delectable desserts that becomes so profuse and plentiful throughout the holiday season is evidence of that. It may even inspire you to try … Continue reading 10 Tasty Desserts of the Mid-Atlantic and Their Storied Origins