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December 16, 2004
Pork Frenzy
Pork and Sauerkraut, huh. There's a lot of hubub in these parts about Pork and Sauerkraut and New Years. I've been working on Public Service Announcements for the radio station and there are quite a few Pork and Sauerkraut dinners going on. I decided to do some research and found out that it is a PA Dutch tradition. Apparently it's thought to be good luck if it's the first meal of the New Year. I think a lot of people aren't so worried about the luck as they are the food. I'm not too sure about sauerkraut. I never heard of this tradition in VT.
New Years Day for me was always just the day after New Years Eve...lots of resting involved, left over hors deuvres, probably a video or something. That is UNTIL I attended my first Mummers parade in Philly. Now there's something to see. I enjoy the outrageous costumes and fun music and just getting all bundled up with my friends. Last year I mummed it up from home and watched the parade on tv. Not quite the same. That may be the situation this year, too since it's a long day. Don't think I'll be quite up to that.
Going back to the subject of the other white meat, I had a delicious meal provided from my friends the McNaughtons of Pork, rice and applesauce the other week. It was something I had never tried, and was very yummy. I also really appreciated the moose tracks. Thanks friends.
Posted by stacey at December 16, 2004 03:48 PM
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Oh yeah Pork and Sauerkraut, when my grandparents were still alive I spent every New Years day at their place eating pork and sauerkraut (or hot dogs for the kids). Though I thought it was stinky (no pun intended ) back then, I miss them and eating that dish with them. And I miss you too, Ms. Gagne. I hope to see you soon.
Wayne
Posted by: wayne at December 16, 2004 09:38 PM
Mmm. One of my favorites. You'll welcome to come share it with us. :) Good to see you so out and about yesterday.
Posted by: Heidi at December 20, 2004 02:18 PM