Hosting a Winter Potluck
December 2008
A winter storm is on its way. For people in a large swath of northern states that means battening down the hatches and curling up with a blanket and a good book for the duration.
Thankful for Family Dinners
November 2008
The tradition of giving thanks at the end of the fall harvest is as old as farming itself. For roughly 10,000 years, families from every corner of the globe have been gathering to enjoy and give thanks for the fruits (and grains) of their labor.
The Clambake
October 2008
Clambakes are a New England tradition, but people have been enjoying steamed seafood for a very, very long time. How long? Researchers recently found evidence in South Africa that humans were harvesting shellfish and steaming them over 150,000 years ago!
Come Together for Mealtime
September 2008
Family Day can bring your busy crew to the table.
Family Connections
September 2008
A list of ideas for family-friendly activities that are focused around eating together.