Hot Takes & Food Dates

Cheers to Simplicity: National Gin and Tonic Day National Gin and Tonic Day is here to celebrate one of the world’s most iconic cocktails! Held every year on April 9, this day honors a drink that has stood the test of time—refreshing, crisp, and deceptively simple. Much like the classic pairings we love—think bacon and eggs, or peanut butter and jelly—the combination of gin and tonic just makes sense. It’s the kind of drink that doesn’t need any bells and whistles to be extraordinary. Just gin,

A Slice of Heaven: Celebrating National Coffee Cake Day Get ready for a slice of pure comfort because National Coffee Cake Day is here to make your morning routine even sweeter! Celebrated every year on April 7, this day is all about appreciating the comforting, cozy delight that is coffee cake. No, coffee cake doesn’t actually have coffee in it (though it pairs beautifully with your morning brew), but it’s the perfect accompaniment to a warm cup of coffee. From the buttery crumb topping to the

Celebrated: April 5 A Slice of the Windy City: Celebrating Deep Dish Pizza Pizza lovers around the world, it’s time to grab your fork and knife because National Deep Dish Pizza Day is here! On April 5, we celebrate one of the most iconic and delicious styles of pizza – the Chicago deep dish. If you’ve ever had the pleasure of digging into this thick, cheesy creation, you know there’s nothing like it. With its buttery crust, rich layers of cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and hearty toppings, deep-

Celebrated: April 3 A Moussetastic Delight April 3rd marks National Chocolate Mousse Day, a celebration of the rich, airy dessert that has tantalized taste buds for generations. Originating from France, the term "mousse" translates to "foam," aptly describing the dessert's light and fluffy texture. While chocolate mousse is now a global favorite, it began as a savory dish before evolving into the sweet treat we adore today. Whether you prefer it dark, milk, or white, chocolate mousse offers

Celebrated: April 1 National Sourdough Bread Day celebrates one of the oldest and most beloved forms of breadmaking. With its crispy crust, chewy texture, and signature tangy flavor, sourdough stands out as a culinary classic. It's not just bread—it's science, culture, and patience baked into every loaf. Unlike typical yeasted breads, sourdough is made using a natural fermentation process involving wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria. The result? A deep, complex flavor that’s been winning over

Celebrated: March 29 A Slice of Spring Sunshine in Every Bite March 29 is National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day, and it’s the perfect occasion to celebrate one of the fluffiest and most refreshing cakes to ever grace a dessert table. Lemon Chiffon Cake, a deliciously light and airy dessert, is the epitome of springtime indulgence, offering a burst of lemony goodness that is both refreshing and satisfying. Known for its unique texture, this cake is often considered the perfect blend of sweet and citr

Celebrated: March 28 A Slice of Germany’s Most Decadent Dessert March 28 is National Black Forest Cake Day, and we’ve got layers of love for this decadent, cherry-chocolate wonder. With rich whipped cream, boozy cherries, and chocolate shavings stacked between soft cocoa sponge—this cake is as much a visual icon as it is a flavor bomb. Whether you call it Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (say that five times fast) or just “that fancy cherry chocolate cake,” one thing’s for sure: it deserves its own

Celebrated: March 24 Shake It Up: The Spirited History of Cocktails It’s March 24, and that means one thing: it’s time to raise a glass to National Cocktail Day! From espresso martinis to spicy margaritas, cocktails are more than just drinks—they’re cultural snapshots, mood-setters, and Instagram content waiting to happen. But did you know cocktails once carried a social stigma? In the 19th century, cocktails were mostly for the elite and, shockingly, men only. Women sipping mixed drinks in p