Kitchen Hints of the Day!

Choosing the right Pumpkin to Carve...........

* The pumpkin should be firm all over
* A pumpkin must have a hard, dark green or black stem. If you pick up the pumpkin, and the stem bends and breaks, put it down.
* Round or oval pumpkins carve easier, give you more canvas to work with and have more yummy seeds for roasting. A misshapen pumpkin will not have a full cavity for seeds.
* Tall, oblong-shaped varieties tend to be stringier inside, making it difficult to make precise cuts.
* Don’t leave it outdoors if there’s a threat of frost.

Ohio Festivals October 5-7, 2018

October 5-7, 2018
56th Annual Ohio Gourd Show
Delaware, Ohio
Theme: 'Fall Into Gourds'  Food, gourds, gourd art, gourd music and special programs are featured on the grounds. Programs and presentations will provide information about gourds and gourd art. Gourd crafting opportunities will be available for children and adults without advance reservations. Gourd workshops (pre-registration required ) are offered on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
http://ohiogourdsociety.com/

October 6-7, 2018  Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival - Huntsburg, Ohio

The annual festival will include a baking contest, decorated & carved pumpkin show, pageant, horseshoe tournament, apple peeling contest, nail pounding contest, pumpkin roll, car show, pumpkin pie eating contest, road race, entertainment and a parade.
http://huntsburgpumpkinfestival.com/

October 6-7, 2018  Weekend Of Fire - Fairfield, Ohio
This weekend only! Sample and purchase sweat-inducing foods from all over the country at our Fiery Food Show! Hot and fiery, or mild and meek; you can choose your favorite feverish flavors and buy enough to stock your pantry. Hot sauces, BBQ sauces, salsas, rubs and all sorts of spicy foods will be available.
http://junglejims.com/weekend-of-fire/


October 6-7, 2018  41st Spring Valley Potato Festival
Spring Valley, Ohio
The first full weekend in October of each year brings thousands of people together to enjoy the free continuous live entertainment. The aroma of an endless variety of foods is there to enjoy while strolling the streets lined with booth after booth of quality crafts and home grown produce in the Farmer's Market. Raffles, contests, a baked goods auction and a pet parade are just part of the many things to take in.
http://www.springvalleyoh.com/events/

Kitchen Hint of the Day!

Buying Squash............


Squash Dishes always taste better in the Fall of the Year. So when buying Squash select Squash that have dull-colored skin, firm shells, and are heavy for their size. Smooth, shiny skin is an indication that the Squash is not ripe. Avoid Squash with damaged spots or that are cracked. If purchasing a cut Squash, select a piece with darker flesh, which is an indication that it is nicely ripened.

Ohio Festivals October 6TH - 8TH, 2017

October 6-8, 2017
55th Annual Ohio Gourd Show

Delaware, Ohio
Theme: 'The Wizarding World of Gourds'  Food, gourds, gourd art, gourd music and special programs are featured on the grounds. Programs and presentations will provide information about gourds and gourd art. Gourd crafting opportunities will be available for children and adults without advance reservations. Gourd workshops (pre-registration required ) are offered on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
http://www.americangourdsociety.org/ohiochapter/



October 7-8, 2017 - Weekend Of Fire - Fairfield, Ohio
This weekend only! Sample and purchase sweat-inducing foods from all over the country at our Fiery Food Show! Hot and fiery, or mild and meek; you can choose your favorite feverish flavors and buy enough to stock your pantry. Hot sauces, BBQ sauces, salsas, rubs and all sorts of spicy foods will be available.
http://www.junglejims.com/junglefests/

Ohio Fall Festivals October 2-4, 2015

October 2-3, 2015  Annual Ohio Swiss Festival - Sugarcreek, Ohio
Held in Sugarcreek, the Little Switzerland of Ohio, with parades, queen pageant, musical entertainment, rides, 5K Swiss Cheese Chase, cheese auction, cheesemaking contest, Steintossen stone throwing, yodeling Swiss cheese eating and Swiss costume contests. Sample award-winning wine and cheese from our local artisans throughout the festival.

http://www.ohioswissfestival.com/



October 2-4, 2015  53rd Annual Ohio Gourd Show - Delaware, Ohio

Theme: 'Gourds on the Move'  Food, gourds, gourd art, gourd music and special programs are featured on the grounds. Programs and presentations will provide information about gourds and gourd art. Gourd crafting opportunities will be available for children and adults without advance reservations. Gourd workshops (pre-registration required ) are offered on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

http://www.americangourdsociety.org/ohiochapter/



October 3-4, 2015
Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival
Huntsburg, Ohio
The annual festival will include a baking contest, decorated & carved pumpkin show, pageant, horseshoe tournament, apple peeling contest, nail pounding contest, pumpkin roll, car show, pumpkin pie eating contest, road race, entertainment and a parade.

https://www.destinationgeauga.com/events/huntsburg-pumpkin-festival-2/


October 3-4, 2015  Weekend Of Fire - Fairfield, Ohio
This weekend only! Sample and purchase sweat-inducing foods from all over the country at our Fiery Food Show! Hot and fiery, or mild and meek; you can choose your favorite feverish flavors and buy enough to stock your pantry. Hot sauces, BBQ sauces, salsas, rubs and all sorts of spicy foods will be available.

http://junglejims.com/products/weekend-of-fire