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Our customers are truly the lifeline of our businesses, each transaction ensuring our financial independence for yet another day. Today, we appreciate those who patronize our beloved establishments for “Get To Know Your Customers” Day!

In the early 17th century, women in America would often combine water with caramelized sugar to make yummy candies. Back in 1850, some brilliant soul accidentally added milk and fat to a mixture made of cooked sugar. The result?

There’s nothing like that first cup of coffee in the morning. It perks you up and helps you feel ready to take on the day. Similarly, a glass of wine helps you take on the evening, as it provides relaxation and a deeper sleep.

Since the 19th century, the beloved banana cream pie has found its way into our kitchens and hearts with a flavorful deliciousness that few desserts can replicate! The traditional custard pie was tweaked to include a signature banana flavoring, and ever since the popularity of this longtime contender skyrocketed.

The dawn air is still crisp and light as the sun begins to slowly peek over surrounding rooftops. You inhale deeply, clearing your mind with the dewy grass beneath your feet and your best friend by your side.

Prepare to blow bubbles as you chew to your heart’s desire - today is National Chewing Gum Day! (Can you believe that we have been enjoying this sweet treat for over 5,000 years!? Its staying power is undeniably impressive!)

Today marks National Peach Melba Day, and like many noteworthy edible concoctions, the story of this creamy dessert is littered with interesting tidbits. As he worked diligently at the Savoy Hotel in London in 1892, French chef Auguste Escoffier decided to grace the menu with a new treat.

Today, we say raise those noodle-heavy forks high in the sky – it’s National Spaghetti Day, folks! A fan favorite across the globe for centuries, there is literally no limit to the many ways to enjoy this thin, stringy pasta.

Crunchy almonds. Salty peanuts. Sweet raisins. Creamy chocolate. Yummy bits of granola. Trail mix is quite the eclectic union indeed! Initially created as a high energy snack food for hikers, trail mix grew in popularity due to its lightweight and easy storage properties.

Today we celebrate custard in all its glory, specifically with a hint of vanilla! This creamy, rich dessert leaves us breathlessly anticipating the bite. Whether you prefer your custard its own little ramekin or would rather upgrade your pies and doughnuts with a fun-filled surprise in the middle, pure bliss remains the result.