Food Holidays: September 25, 2022

Welcome to our series featuring Food Holidays: September 25th, 2022. Did you know today is Quesadilla Day? I don’t know about you but I plan on making Ground Beef and Cheese Quesadilla for my dinner this evening. Which will give me the opportunity to try out the Quesadilla Make David’s Aunt Judy gave to Granny Sherry to give me. Would you like to join me for dinner? Or you can have Tacos with Charlie and David.

Quesadilla Day

National Quesadilla Day is annually celebrated on September 25th, = a great time to enjoy Quesadilla. Originating from Mexico, Quesadilla has evolved over time as a result of the many experimentations people have had with different variations of Quesadilla. Quesadilla is one special dish that provides your taste buds with much delight while at the same time giving your body much-needed nutrients. Quesadilla is enjoyed by many people in the USA and has gained popularity all around the world as a result of its easy-to-make recipes.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL QUESADILLA DAY

A Quesadilla is a popular Mexican dish that consists of a Tortilla that is basically filled with Cheese, and sometimes cooked Sausage, Pork, or Beef, with toppings like Tomatoes, Herbs, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Herbs, or Chilies. Then cooked on a heated cooking surface. Traditionally, a Corn Tortilla is used in preparing Quesadilla, but it can also be made with a Flour Tortilla. Quesadilla is known to have origins linked with Colonial Mexico.

Corn Tortillas were famous among the native American people of Mexico; the Aztecs. These people prepared the dish by stuffing the Tortillas with Pumpkin and Squash and baking them in clay ovens. There are several variations of Quesadillas that have been adapted to many different styles. Quesadilla is served as appetizers in many restaurants in the U.S.. Some variations of Quesadilla use Goat Cheese, Zucchini, Spinach, or Black Beans. A particular variation described as ‘Pizzadilla,’ combines the ingredients and cooking technique of a Quesadilla with Pizza toppings.

Other variations of Quesadilla include the use of Wheat Flour Tortillas in place of Corn Masa, especially in Northern Mexico. In this case, the Flour Tortilla is prepared, folded, and filled with Cheeses, and any other preferred fillings. Quesadillas are commonly known to come with Cheese in Mexico, the case is different in Mexico City. If you order a Quesadilla, you will need to request Cheese. Quesadillas are unique meals that can be thoroughly enjoyed by anyone and everyone, and its holiday shows just how special the Quesadilla is.

HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL QUESADILLA DAY

1. This is a perfect holiday to host a couple of your loved ones and feast on some Quesadillas, either because you made them yourself or because you purchased them from a restaurant.
2. There are several combinations of fillings that go in Quesadillas. Tell other people what your preferences are, and learn what theirs are so you can try something new.
3. Do something fun by starting a Quesadilla-eating contest or joining one. With prizes up for grabs, you and other participants will have a thrilling time competing.

5 FACTS ABOUT QUESADILLA

1. The word ‘Quesadilla’ literally translates to “little Cheesy thing”
2. Quesadillas provide energizing carbs, filling fiber, nutrient-packed Vegetables, and muscle-building proteins.
3. Quesadillas are either made by placing Cheese between two Tortillas or a single Tortilla folded into a half-moon shape and stuffed with Cheese.
4. Though they are traditionally Mexican, Quesadillas are widely eaten by Americans, with one in three Americans making a Quesadilla every week.
5. The original Quesadilla recipe does not require Oil, however, it can be fried in Oil to make Fritas.

WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL QUESADILLA DAY

1. National Quesadilla Day helps us better appreciate the Mexican meal helping us value it the most.
2. National Quesadilla Day provides a reason to get together with our loved ones and have a good time.
3. They say, variety is the spice of life. With several available recipes and unique methods of preparation, Quesadillas provide enjoyable taste experiences.

5 Facts about the Quesadilla:

1. The word, Quesadilla, in Spanish, literally means “little Cheesy thing.”
2. It is said that one in three Americans prepare Quesadilla every week. Did you know * V&V Supremo®’s Chihuahua® Brand Quesadilla Cheese is the best choice for making your Quesadillas authentic.
3. In Central and Southern regions of Mexico, Quesadilla are a flat circle of cooked Corn Masa, called a Tortilla, warmed to soften it enough to be folded in half, and then filled.
4. While 66% of people use two Tortillas when they make Quesadillas, the traditional Mexican method requires folding one Tortilla in half.
5. In culinary terms, Quesadilla, is a Tortilla that is filled with Cheese, other toppings, then grilled or pan fried.

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September 25th is National Food Service Workers Day

)ver 25% of the US workforce has at one time worked in food service!

Five Waiter Quotes

• A Cannibal is a person who walks into a restaurant and orders a waiter.
• A diplomat these days in nothing, but a head waiter who is allowed to sit down occasionally.
• Epitaph for a dead waiter: God finally caught his eye.
• I asked the waiter, ‘Is this milk fresh?’ He said, ‘Lady, three hours ago it was grass.’
• I never taste the Wine first in restaurants, I just ask the waiter to pour.

National Food Service Employee Day occurs annually on September 25th.A holiday set aside to recognize, appreciate, and thank the staff that works in the food service industry.

Hosts, waiters, chefs, cleaning staff, and managers are all integral members of the teams that make sure that food establishments run smoothly. Whether they work in restaurants, Coffee Shops, cafes, and more, these employees aim to provide us with the best service possible.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEE DAY

On September 25th, we come together to celebrate National Food Service Employee Day. A holiday dedicated to those who work in the food service industry. Did you know the food service industry is considered to be the second-largest industry in the U.S. While it is not known when this holiday was officially created nor who founded it, the gesture is warmly received.

The practice of preparing food as a form of business or craft can be traced back to the 11th Century. Guilds provided this service to a community and over the years they became more specialized. Knowledge would be passed down from guild members to apprentices so they could learn the specific skills required of the profession. Examples of specialized food craftsmen would be bakers or butchers.

Before restaurants, there were Inns. Inns could be found alongside roads to cater to people traveling between Cities, offering lodging and food. There were no menus or options to choose from. Guests sat and were served at common tables.

Early eating establishments that resembled modern-day restaurants emerged in China during the 11th and 12th Centuries. These catered to merchants who were traveling between Cities. In Japan, Tea Houses emerged in the 16th Century.

France has a rich history of developing various forms of Inns and Eateries. In the 13th Century, French Inns served a variety of food including Bread, Cheese, Bacon, Soup, and Stews all eaten at a common table. Take-out food could be bought from ‘rôtisseurs.’

The number of restaurants grew after the French Revolution. Many unemployed Chefs from aristocratic households opened their restaurants. The changes that were brought about by the industrial revolution and the disestablishment of the culinary guilds also contributed to the increase of restaurants in Europe.

NATIONAL FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEE DAY ACTIVITIES

1. Supporting local businesses is one of the best ways to thank people who work in the food industry. Book a table at your favorite local restaurant and enjoy a meal.
2. Most serving staff work on low wages across the world. Tip your waiter a little bit extra to show your appreciation.
3. Most chefs are unaware when customers enjoy their cooking as they are usually too busy in the kitchen. So, just pop in the kitchen thank the Chef personally after your meal; it might make their whole day.

5 FACTS ABOUT RESTAURANTS

1. The oldest American restaurant is Union Oyster House in Boston; which was founded in 1826.
2. Approximately 14.7 million people work in the food service industry.
3. The word ‘restaurant’ is French and the word means “food that restores.”
4. Mothers Day is the busiest day of the year for eating in restaurant establishments.
5. The world’s largest restaurant is SyrianBawabet Dimashq Restaurant has 6,014 seats, a 580,000 square-foot dining area, and is located in Damascus, Syria.

WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEE DAY

1. Restaurants are a lifeline for foodies and any day that offers an excuse to enjoy food and celebrate is a win in our books.
2. Eating out can bring families and friends together. Even people who are introverts feel strange sitting at a restaurant table alone.
3. Working in food service is very common, yet it is often not taken seriously. Working in food service is looked down upon. This holiday is just perfect for highlighting the oft-ignored efforts of food service workers.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates