Welcome back to our series sharing Food Holidays: April 5th, 2022. I would like to ask you to check out the Holidays being celebrate today and let me know which one you most want to celebrate and why. Charlie and David say they will celebrate Carmel and pick up a Carmel Candy Bar and I will share this with them.
Caramel Day
National Caramel Day falls on April 5th. People are happy to celebrate Carmel and celebrating a treat in the best way possible making and eating Carmel. Caramel has been with us for hundreds of years, flavoring, and making snacks and food sweeter with the addition of Carmel. On this holiday, we celebrate its addition to our tasty desserts by savoring its delectable taste. Sharing Carmel with family and going all out to make a Caramel recipe.
HISTORY OF NATIONAL CARAMEL DAY
The human experience is riddled with a lot of ups and downs, but it takes the little things to help us make experiences that are pleasurable and long-lasting. Food and eating pleases us. Standing as one of the sweetest innovations of humanity, Caramel is a delicacy that is unforgettable due to its ability to transport you to the realm of utopic enjoyment. Formed out of the strange powers of Alchemy, Caramel can exist in different colors and of different uses. The earliest trace of Caramel in history is among the Arabs several Centuries back.
Back then, Arabs used boiling Water to crystallize Sugar and create a crunchy candy. Over time, Caramel spread to Europe, evolving into different forms and additions due to practice and experimentation of people. Carmel has gone on to be one of the most popular treats for all. The basic ingredients that make up Caramel are Sugar, Butter, and Milk. Several people might add other components like Water, Salt, Vanilla, Fruit Purees, or Liquor, depending on individual taste and the need to experiment.
Caramel goes through a process called ‘caramelization’ in which Sugar is slowly heated to bring about the resulting syrupy, dark-orange treat. Caramel is versatile in its use, which is why Carmel is well-loved. Carmel can be used as toppings for Ice Creams, as a flavoring in Puddings or Desserts.
HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL CARAMEL DAY
- Get your pans and get ready to make Caramel just how you like it. Using Vanilla, Salt, Liquors, or any ingredient that comes to mind.
- Don’t enjoy Carmel all by yourself. Purchase little containers and give your friends, Carmel to make their day. Sharing is the best way to celebrate National Caramel Day.
- Go online to get videos and recipes that would help you learn how to prepare Carmel. You can also reach out to friends who can help you.
5 FLAVORFUL FACTS ABOUT CARAMEL
- Caramel has been with us for hundreds of years and counting.
- Caramel’ is derived from the French and Spanish word ‘Caramelo.’
- Caramel can be soft, hard, or Syrupy. Carmel can be used for several things from toppings to candies.
- Caramel Apples were created by Dan Walker, a Kraft food employee who was experimenting with melting different Caramels while adding Fruits to them.
- The biggest Caramel Cornball was created in 2015 by Cosmos Creations in Kansas, weighing 6,780 pounds.
WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL CARAMEL DAY
- Carmel is one of the few treats that we can never get tired of. Caramel is soothing to the palate, and Carmel adds taste to other foods, sweetening them.
- Caramel is a toothsome treat that provides so much experience to our taste buds and has only three major ingredients: Sugar, Butter, and Cream.
- The versatility of Caramel makes it a much-loved treat. Y
National Raisin & Spice Bar Day
Raisin spice bars are typically made with Cinnamon, Allspice, chopped Pecans, Walnuts, or Raisins.
The creator and origin of National Raisin and Spice Bar Day is not clear.
Raisin comes from the Latin racemus and means “a cluster of Grapes or Berries”.
Raisin Grapes was grown as early as 2000 BC in Persia and Egypt. Dried Grapes are mentioned in the Bible (Numbers 6:3) during the time of Moses. David (Israel’s future king) was presented with “a hundred clusters of Raisins” (1 Samuel 25:18), probably sometime during the period 1110–1070 BC.
Raisin colors vary by drying process. For example, a dark purplish/black Raisin is sun-dried. A light to medium brown Raisin is mechanically dehydrated in special drying tunnels.
National Raisin and Spice Bar Day:
Every year on April 5th, National Raisin and Spice Bar Day is celebrated. This baked delicacy is simple to make and liked by many. raisin Spice Bars also offers people the opportunity to personalize the Bars to their preferences.
National Raisin and Spice Bar Day:
Pleasure can often be found in the shape of Raisins and Spices straight from the oven. Raisin Spice Bars may be made in a variety of ways.
This Holiday is mainly celebrated to honor Raisin Spice Bars and make everyone aware of how much the Bars can satisfy you. Rasin Spice Bars are simple to make and well-liked by many. This delight also lets you personalize Rasin Spice Bars to your preferences. The spices in Raisin Spice Bars are a fantastic way of filling your house with pleasant smells.
Raisin Spice Bars are delicious, with a delicate texture, of Raisins, and just the right amount of Seasoning. Raisin Spice Bars are easy to create.
April 5th is an excellent day for making Raisin Spice Bars.
Celebrate National Raisin and Spice Bar Day:
- Have a party at your home with your friends and family and serve Raisin Spice Bars.
- Everyone can bring their version of Raisin Spice Bars. You could host a competition, and the winner can be awarded Raisins and Spice Bar queen or king.
- Share the pictures of your party and your Raisin Spice bars using the hashtags like #raisinandspicebarday #myraisinandsicebar.
Interesting Facts about Raisin and Spice Bar Day:
- Allspice, Cinnamon, chopped Pecans or Walnuts, and Raisins are commonly included in Raisins Spice Bars.
- The origins and originators of National Raisin and Spice Bar Day are unknown.
- The word Raisin is derived from the Latin racemes, which means “a group of Grapes or Cherries.”
- Raisin Grapes was produced in Persia and Egypt. Dried Grapes are referenced in the Bible in Moses’ era. “A hundred bunches of Raisins” were handed to David.
- The color of Raisins varies depending on how they are dried. A darkish purple, black raisin, for instance, is sun-dried. In specific drying tubes, a pale to moderate brown Raisin is actively dried.
- California produces 50% of the Earth’s Raisin harvest.
- The best method to store Raisins is in a cold room. After opening the packaging, place the bag of Raisins in a closed bag and keep it cold. If Raisins are kept in the fridge, they will keep their flavor, color, and nutritional value. Raisins may be frozen and stored for much longer. At room temperature, Raisins melt fast.
- The best Raisins are thought to originate in Malaga, Spain.
History of National Raisin and Spice Bar Day:
The origin of National Raisins and Spice Bar Day is yet unknown.
But here is the history of the main ingredient of Raisins and Spice Bar, i.e., Raisins.
In the year 2000 BC, Raisins were found by chance. Grapes were left to wilt in the Sun after being left on the vine. The Raisin was created when ancient humans sampled these dried fruits.
In Coastal European Countries, Raisins have indeed been depicted in artworks and utilized as decor. From 120 and 900 BC, the production of Raisins began to rise.
The Phoenicians began planting Grapes in the hot Weather of Southern European Countries around this period. The environment in these agricultural locations was ideal for manufacturing Raisins.
These places were also adjacent to the first Raisin Marketplace, which was established in Greece and Rome. During this period, several varieties of Raisins began to appear.
Raisins were consumed in enormous numbers by the Greeks and Romans. As a result, Raisin became extremely popular, and its value skyrocketed. Raisins were used as rewards in athletic events, as a form of exchange, and as a treatment for illnesses like Mushroom poisoning. Raisins did not move too far outside the Eastern Mediterranean, given their popularity.
Raisins were not kept fresh for the lengthier travels required by the transportation techniques. Raisins were carried back by these knights and became famous in Northern Europe.
By that time, shipping techniques had advanced enough for these warriors to have their fill once more. Once the Europeans invaded America, they brought their fondness for Grapes and Raisins with them. Raisins rapidly became a worldwide delight.
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
