We here in the USA have a lot to thank the Germans for when it comes to food. They gave us the Hamburger, the Frankfurter, the Hotdog, and of course, the Bratwurst!
Naturally, we’ve taken the German version of Bratwurst and made it our own, especially in places like Wisconsin, where adding dark beer to the ‘Brats’ and having ‘Brat frys’ are as commonplace as barbeques in the South.
What makes World Bratwurst Day even more special is that it’s a day celebrated in many parts of the world, and not just in the US.
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I love how the oranges give this simple salad a splash of sweetness to contrast with the savory punch of the olives. Read more +
If you’re anything like me, you’ll find getting your young kids to eat more fruit a bit of a challenge. My daughter will do anything to get out of eating fresh fruit!
It’s why I wrote a while back on different ‘stealth’ tactics you can use to get more fruit into kids.
However, from an adult point of view, the real issue is preparation. We’re so used to living in a world where, when we’re hungry, we just stick something in the microwave, or call our... Read more +
Typically, the more expensive a cut of beef, the more tender that cut is. These are the parts of the animal that don’t get much work. Filet mignon comes from the short end of the tenderloin, and is so tender, it can often be cut with just a fork!
We know it’s not something that is affordable for regular eating, but on National Filet Mignon day, have a splurge and treat your brood to the “king of steaks!”
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It’s National Filet Mignon Day on the 13th of August! To celebrate, I’ll be cooking my other half a lovely, romantic dinner.
Here’s my pick of the best Filet Mignon recipes I’ve come across online – I’m sure you’ll find one that will impress……
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