Winter Comfort Foods
This is most kid's favorite boxed dish made with elbow pasta.
What is macaroni and cheese? Add some crab, lobster, or wild mushrooms and an artisan cheese blend for an adult gourmet side dish
The holiday that celebrates love falls on this date.
What is February 14? It’s Valentine’s Day, the day when flowers, chocolates, and diamonds dominate gift-giving. Valentine’s Day is also one of the most popular days to get engaged.
When you're hopelessly infatuated with someone, you are said to fall head over these in love with them.
What are heels? In other words, you and your stomach flip over this person.
Destin and Panama City, Florida, are on this coast.
What is Gulf? By 2025, sixty million people are estimated to live along the Gulf Coast.
This is the night before a holiday.
What is eve? It doesn’t have to be a holiday. It can be anyone’s special day, such as the eve of one’s wedding or birthday.
This steak patty is smothered in gravy and mushrooms and will transport you back to your childhood.
What is Salisbury? During the Civil War, the military encouraged the consumption of this dish because Dr. Salisbury, who experimented with many foods, ultimately deemed it a cure for intestinal discomfort.
He is the ancient Roman god of love.
Who is Cupid? He symbolizes love in all its forms. His Greek counterpart is Eros.
This is a first-time romantic get-together with someone you haven't met.
What is a blind date? Mutual acquaintances like family or friends usually arrange these dates, and despite the misconception, they sometimes lead to long-term relationships.
This country has the longest coastline in North America.
What is Canada? It also has the longest coastline in the world, with 125,567 miles.
This and water do not mix.
What is oil? They do not mix because chemists say that “like dissolves like.” It’s the reason you must emulsify a vinaigrette and then shake it before subsequent uses.
This bread-shaped hamburger is covered in a ketchup and brown sugar sauce.
What is meatloaf? Variations of this entrée are unlimited. For example, you can give it an Italian flair by topping it with marinara sauce and cheese and adding garlic and Italian herbs to the meat mixture.
The “vein of love” was once thought to run through this appendage on one’s hand.
What is the fourth finger on the left hand? The placement of the wedding ring is symbolic of this belief. However, there is no vein that runs straight to the heart from the ring finger.
Make love, not this.
What is war? This was the 1960s mantra during the Vietnam War, often accompanied by the peace sign.
This highway runs three-quarters of the length of California
What is (State Route) Highway 1, or the Pacific Coast Highway? Along the way, you’ll traverse magnificent views, including cliffs, beaches, and forests.
This term means to get every question on a test correct. It is also a playing card.
What is ace? Ace is the card with the highest value. If you ace a test, you get the highest score, or 100 percent correct. Golfers who hit a hole-in-one ace the hole.
This glazed entrée makes an appearance during the holidays, and frozen leftovers sometimes last through the winter.
What is ham? You can use leftover ham in sandwiches, as a breakfast side, and more.
These families are Shakespeare’s “Hatfields and McCoys” of Verona, Italy
Who are the Montagues and the Capulets? The children of these feuding families are Romeo and Juliet. Did you know that travelers from around the world visit Juliet’s Wall in Verona and leave letters for her? Volunteers from the Juliet Club answer the letters.
This type of affection is said to be expressed by strict parents, sometimes to promote responsible behavior.
What is tough love? Bill Milliken is believed to have coined the phrase in his 1968 book of the same title.
Perth is located on this coast of Australia
What is west? The 2,000-mile trip from Perth to Broome is a memorable journey full of epic coastlines to the north. Fun fact: You can ride camels on the beach in Broome.
Freud brought us this psychoanalytic term that relates to the self, as opposed to others.
What is ego? The other two terms relating to the psyche are id (instincts) and superego (morality).
This one-meal dish consists of protein, vegetables, soup, and spices and is topped with a piecrust or biscuits crust.
What is (chicken) pot pie? Chicken pot pie is a Southern staple during the colder months.
“Love Is All Around” is the opening theme song for this popular 1970s TV sitcom.
What is The Mary Tyler Moore Show? The Mary Richards character was originally slated to be recently divorced.
When you still have feelings for a person even though the relationship ended a long time ago, you are said to carry this.
Expert surfers head for this coast when in Oahu, Hawaii.
What is north? Weekend surfers should head north to Hale‘iwa Beach Park to see the experts in action. While on the North Coast, beginners can head to Pua‘ena Point Beach Park for tamer waves.
This is the long, white robe worn by priests.
What is alb? It is a full-length, long-sleeved, generally white linen tunic with a cord or belt at the waist. The belt is called a cincture (SINGK-chr).