Bacon and Eggs — the Classic American Breakfast
Bacon and eggs is the classic American breakfast. Add some potatoes and toast and you’ve got a quintessential morning meal nearly everyone favors. Bacon has been a staple in our diet since the days of the Pilgrims. But how did it get paired with the ubiquitous egg? Meet the nephew of Sigmund Freud, Edward Bernays. He was a man of many accomplishments who understood people and knew how to get them to buy a product or an idea. Sometime in the 1920s, the Beech-Nut Packing Company, producers of everything from...
Read MoreCelebrating Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a day to show your mom how much you appreciate and respect her for all the things she’s done for you. It’s also about making her feel special and loved.Your mom birthed you, raised you and tried to teach you everything you needed to know in life. She is the most important woman in your life. So this Mother’s Day, treat her to a celebration. What can you do for your mom? Mothers may include stepmothers, relatives, mothers-in-law, a guardian (eg. a foster parent), or a family friend. Here are some...
Read MoreCinnamon Roll French Toast
Cinnamon rolls. They look, smell and taste so delicious… so satisfying… so completely irresistible! Now dip them in a rich batter of eggs and milk, cook to a beautiful golden brown, add a dollop of creamy butter, dust with powdered sugar and drizzle warm maple syrup over the top. VOILA!… you’ve got cinnamon roll french toast! To make this delightful treat complete, we serve it with two fresh eggs, cooked any way you like them, two slices of crispy bacon or two sausage links or patties....
Read MoreSummer Concerts and Movies in the Park
Camarillo is a community where people do things. Our weather is delightful year round and so is our thriving community. Come enjoy Camarillo’s free summer concerts in the park. And make it easy on you… let us prepare a delicious picnic “to go” for your summer evening outing in the park. The Camarillo Arts Council (CAC) proudly brings seven free concerts and two free movies to Constitution Park this summer. Concerts begin at 7:30 pm – Movies will begin at dusk, approximately 8:00 pm. Please be sure to...
Read MoreWhy Do We Celebrate Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a time to pay respect to the service men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Memorial Day originally started as Decoration Day just after the Civil War. It is meant to honor those military members who died. In more than 200 years, more than 1.3 million Americans lost their lives in battle. The holiday is different from Veterans Day – the 11th day of the 11th month – which is meant to honor all of those people who have served. Not All Fun and Games Though it’s great to...
Read More5 Benefits of Eating Breakfast Each Day
The Importance of Eating a Good Breakfast Remember your mother saying?… “Breakfast if the most important meal of the day.” Turns out she knew what she was talking about. Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. Here are 5 reasons why you should never skip breakfast… Essential Nourishment. Eating breakfast helps you start the day off right because it provides your body with essential vitamins and minerals (fuel). Like a car, your body can’t function without fuel. Breakfast doesn’t mean grabbing a...
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