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NATIONAL SANDWICH DAY Whether you stack it high or thin, National Sandwich Day on November 3rd recognizes one of America's favorite lunch items. #NationalSandwichDay The sandwich is believed to be the namesake of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich, following the claim that he was the inventor of the sandwich. No matter who invented it, we celebrate every kind of sandwich. While the modern sandwich is believed to be named after John Montagu, the exact circumstances of its invention and original use are the subject of debate. There is a rumor in a contemporary travel book titled Tour to London,...

Before you go full Dagwood on your perfect sandwich, take a page from these inspired chefs and think of those leftovers as flavor-packed shortcuts to next-level dishes. By Josh Miller and Nina Friend November 19, 2020 Chicory Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette The feast is over, and the dishes are done. But after a good nap, those leftovers will be calling your name. From filled pasta and fluffy pancakes to packed pitas and loaded lasagna, these recipes will wake up your weary palate and have you looking forward to leftovers in a whole new way. Griddle Me This Candied Sweet Potato...

The United States is one of the few countries in the world that has an official day on which fathers are honored by their children. On the third Sunday in June, fathers all across the United States are given presents, treated to dinner or otherwise made to feel special. . The origin of Father's Day is not clear. Some say that it began with a church service in West Virginia in 1908. Others say the first Father's Day ceremony was held in Vancouver, Washington. Regardless of when the first true Father's Day occurred, the strongest promoter of the holiday was...