Whether you want an elegant, playful or rustic wedding a popcorn bar is fun, interactive, tasty and helps set the mood for the night to come. Take a look at these popcorn ideas to help you create the perfect party!
Valentine’s Day is getting closer, and you might still be trying to figure out the perfect gift. It could be your first celebration together or your 31st — no matter how long it’s been, shopping for Valentine’s Day gifts never gets easier. Not to worry, we've come up with a few unique, low key ideas that will put togetherness first and things second. February 14th doesn’t have to be a huge to-do. Of course there's always the classic Valentine's Day plan: cards, flowers, chocolates, and a nice dinner for two or you could think outside the box this year. This February celebrate your love from the comfort of your home. Try one of these unique ways to spend your day. Plan A Movie Marathon Plan A Staycation...
When you're looking for an irresistible snack nothing beats popcorn. Light, airy, chewy and salty, this snack has it all. But, how did popcorn become so popular and why do we eat it at the movies. Popcorn has a long history dating all the way back to a Bat Cave in West Central Mexico some four thousand years ago. But, it wasn't until the 20th century that it was associated with the movies. In fact, it was during the great depression that popcorn became a everyday snack for all people to buy easily, cheaply and on the go. By the mid 1800s, popcorn was already a popular snack food, sold at circuses, fairs and on the streets. There was one...
In the United States St. Patrick's Day is a day of festive parades, parties and lots of green. But, why do we celebrate St. Patrick's Day? According to History.com St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on the March 17, the day of St. Patrick's death. St. Patrick was the patron saint of Ireland and its national apostle. In 1601, the first St. Patrick's Day took place in America not Ireland and centuries later we still celebrate the day as a way for Irish to connect to their roots. Today, St. Patrick's Day has grown into a national celebration full of green food and drink, shamrock decorations and parades. This year think about celebrating the day by not only wearing green and watching...
The folklore of some Native American tribes told of spirits who lived inside each kernel of popcorn. The spirits were quiet and content to live on their own, but grew angry if their houses were heated. The hotter their homes became, the angrier they would become, shaking the kernels until the heat was too much. Finally, they would burst out of their homes and into the air as a disgruntled puff of steam. (How Does Popcorn Pop?, n.d., US Department of Agriculture) Beyond Folklore, popcorn is not only a tasty snack but also fascinating to watch and hear pop. But, why would a corn kernel pop and suddenly change appearance. Why would would it go from being one thing to something...