Comfort Foods from North of the Mason-Dixon Line
New England clam chowder is this color.
What is white? The sauce is dairy-based. Manhattan clam chowder’s sauce is tomato-based.
This is rolled out to the airplane stairs when visiting foreign dignitaries arrive.
What is red carpet? The red-carpet treatment had its start in the fifth century BC.
This is the alternate name for the fall season.
What is autumn? Early civilizations had just one or two seasons. Later, spring and fall became transitional seasons. Fall was first called harvest. Fall is considered an Americanization, and autumn is considered “the King’s English.”
Every year, Canada celebrates this holiday on the second Monday of October, and the United States celebrates the same holiday on the fourth Thursday of November.
What is Thanksgiving? In Canada, Protestants petitioned the colonial government to establish the holiday to thank God for the harvest. The holiday feast is much the same in both countries.
Traditional Canadian tart made with pastry shells and a filling of butter, sugar, and egg.
What is butter tart?
These red berries are a Thanksgiving favorite.
What are cranberries? Whether you prefer your cranberry sauce homemade or from a can, it’s a fall staple.
In the fall, it’s time to turn our clocks this way to revert to standard time.
What is back? In 2020, we turn the clocks back Sunday, November 1. You can remember which way to turn your clocks by remembering the phrases “fall back” and “spring forward.”
On October 1, 1908, the first production model of the Model T rolled off the assembly line of this automaker.
What is Ford? The car revolutionized the auto industry and brought cars within the reach of ordinary people. Its slogan was “No car under $2,000 offers more.”
This type of seafood roll is a favorite in Maine and Nova Scotia.
What is lobster (lobstah)? One identifying feature is the roll. It is similar to a hot dog roll but has a split on the top instead of the side.
This adorable bug is red with black dots.
What is ladybug? Ladybugs control other insects in the garden and on the farm. They can eat 50 aphids each day.
Fall begins south of the equator during this month.
What is March? Since the seasons are reversed, some of the world celebrates our winter holidays during a heat wave.
On October 18, 1867, the United States took possession of what is now the 49th state.
What is Alaska? The United States purchased it from Russia, and it became a state in 1959. The easiest way to remember that Alaska became a state before Hawaii is to remember that A comes before H. Both states were territories before they became states.
Italians introduced this beef sandwich to Philadelphia in the 1930s.
What is Philadelphia cheesesteak? Shaved and grilled beef is served on a hoagie, baguette, or Italian roll with grilled onions and melted cheese.
During this spectator event, the matador uses a red cape to cause the male bovine to charge.
What is bullfighting? Bulls are color-blind, so it’s not the color but the waving of the cape that agitates the bull.
After raking leaves, we used to do this, something that is widely frowned upon today and illegal in many cities.
What is burn them? Some localities prohibit it, and some localities allow it with a permit. It’s still completely legal to jump in them, though.
Born October 16, 1925, this grand dame of TV mysteries plays Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote.
Who is Angela Lansbury? She’s 94 years old, and she has a film in pre-production. Her last film was released in 2018.
The Canadian answer to America’s berry pies.
What is Saskatoon berry pie? The largest city in Saskatchewan, Saskatoon was named for the wild berry, which has a flavor of sweet almonds
British soldiers were called this during the American Revolution.
Answer: What are Redcoats?
According to the Weather Channel, this is the most craved food in the gourd family during the fall.
What is pumpkin? Other members of the gourd family include squashes, melons, and cucumbers.
Born October 31, 1936, he starred in three popular TV series: Bonanza, Little House on the Prairie, and Highway to Heaven.
Who is Michael Landon? He died of cancer in 1991.