It almost happened. I almost forgot that today was National Watermelon Day. Can you believe that? Me, the self-proclaimed Watermelon Guy, nearly forgot about the biggest day of the year for watermelon lovers. But I didn’t forget, and I’d like to take this time to wish everyone a very happy National … [Read more...]
RECIPE: CRAB CAKES WITH WATERMELON
Crab cakes are one of those dishes you either love or you don’t. I happen to love them, and living close to Baltimore (the unofficial “Crab Cake Capital of the World”) gives me access to some of the best crabby patties known to man. I’d never considered putting watermelon on a crab cake until I … [Read more...]
FEATURED WATERMELON CAKE
This month’s cake caught my eye for two reasons. The first is the chef’s willingness to go the extra mile and include a wedge of watermelon with the finished design. The chef could have just created a round cake with watermelon-themed icing, but they took it a step further, and I respect that. The … [Read more...]
ROSS CHASTAIN AND HIS WATERMELON CAR HIT THE BIG LEAGUES
Last year, I wrote about Ross Chastain, then a 17-year-old professional race car driver on the FASCAR circuit (Florida Association of Stock Car Auto Racing). I wrote about Ross because he and his #36 car are proudly sponsored by the National Watermelon Promotion Board. When I say “sponsored by,” … [Read more...]
TEACHERS: HOW TO THROW A “WATERMELON DAY” AT YOUR SCHOOL
When I was in school, the biggest thing we had to get excited about was when the teacher wheeled the TV into the classroom on that little cart thing. Watching TV at school? It doesn’t get any better than that! Who cares if it’s a 35-minute video about the long-term effects of the First World War – … [Read more...]
THERE’S STILL TIME TO ENTER THE WATERMELON CARVING CONTEST
The title of this blog entry pretty much says it all, but I’ll say it again, using slightly different words: If you haven’t entered the What About Watermelon Carving Contest, there’s still plenty of time left to create and submit your entry. Well, maybe not plenty of time – the deadline is August … [Read more...]
RECIPE: WATERMELON PIE A LA MODE
Every time I order something “a la mode,” it comes with a few scoops of ice cream, either on the side or piled high on top. Based on that, I’m assuming “a la mode” is French for “awesome” or “delicious.” Or “awesomely delicious.” Yeah, I’m pretty sure that’s it. Today’s recipe is Watermelon Pie A … [Read more...]
FEATURED ANIMAL EATING WATERMELON: A TURTLE
Turtles are awesome, aren’t they? This turtle is especially awesome because he’s got himself some sweet watermelon. And for all the criticism turtles get for being slow, this little guy is chowing down at a pretty good pace. Dang it, now I want a turtle so I can feed it watermelon. My wife won’t let … [Read more...]
SECOND SLICE: HOW MUCH WATERMELON DO I NEED?
This question was featured here on the blog awhile back, but it’s a good one, so I’ve decided to repost it. Plus, it makes math fun, and that’s never a bad thing. PAT R. FROM WICHITA, KANSAS, ASKS: We are planning a neighborhood party for about 500 people. How many average-sized watermelons would … [Read more...]
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
I’m going to let the festivities of the day speak for themselves and just wish everyone a happy Fourth of July. Whatever you have planned – fireworks, barbecue, just hanging out and relaxing – I’d suggest adding watermelon to the festivities. It’s red, white and green – not quite red, white, and … [Read more...]
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