An ancient Chippewa and Ottawa legend begins with NenawBozhoo, a god angered by his people’s laziness. The culprit? Indulging in large amounts of pure, exquisite maple syrup fit-for-the-gods. His revenge? He cast a spell, then BOOM! The syrup turned into sap, requiring a process before consumption. From this interesting tale, we are graced with the early origins of maple syrup. From humble beginnings of Native American families building “sugar bushes” to boil sap with hot stones, to today’s process of flowing sap into the “sugar shack,” maple syrup is a carefully produced, divinely flavored, golden treat that has been the ideal accompaniment to our breakfasts for decades. Whether you enjoy your maple syrup traditionally, dripping slowly from a skyscraper-tall stack of pancakes, as a dessert, delightfully tucked away inside of a yummy batch of double maple syrup scones, or with a slightly unconventional flair, showcased in a savory serving of Orange Maple Balsamic Salmon, there is no doubt about its appealing flavor. Enjoy today’s National Maple Syrup Day and be sure to include a client by gifting our Le Petit Café Scone Gift Box!