National Chocolate-Covered Raisin Day
Chocolate covered raisins are not only delicious but also a relatively nutritious snack, especially if made with dark chocolate! Raisins were discovered by ancient Phoenicians who found them dried up on their vineyard vines between 190 and 900 B.C.
On average, it takes four pounds of grapes to make one pound of raisins. Raisins are a good source of fiber, potassium, iron, calcium, and certain B vitamins. They are also naturally fat and cholesterol free and contain many antioxidants.
Did you know that during the early 1900's, the raisin festival was created as a means to gain national recognition for the industry? People came from all over the country to California to participate in the events and attend the parade. Though the annual festival ended in 1932, its original goal was certainly accomplished.
Today, raisins are a popular type of fruit that people love to eat plain or use in cooking side dishes, entrees, and desserts. Raisins are also popularly eaten covered in chocolate, a divine combination that will be difficult to say no to! Enjoy National Chocolate-Covered Raisins Day!
March is National Peanut Month & International Ideas Month & National Craft Month
On this day in History:
1882 - German professor Robert Koch announced the discovery of the tuberculosis germ (bacillus).
1924 - Greece became a republic.
1941 - Glenn Miller began work on his first motion picture for 20th Century Fox. The film was "Sun Valley Serenade."
1955 - "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" by Tennessee Williams debuted on Broadway.
1958 - Elvis Presley was sworn into the U.S. Army.
Quote of the Day:
I just need enough to tide me over until I need more.
- Bill Hoest
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ReplyDeleteI know Selma (Ca) is the raisin capital of the world. :D