From the Editor, Leigh O’Connor.
This ain’t Texas…it ain’t no hold 'em! According to Cowboy Carter, lay your cards down and get up and dance – it’s American week and we’re ready for a hoedown.
Along with Thanksgiving, Independence Day on Thursday, July 4 is the most important date on the American holiday calendar. Did you know that the Declaration of Independence wasn’t actually signed on July 4 – or in July at all?
We have rounded up plenty of fun facts, recipes and restaurants for you to have the time of your life celebrating all things from the good ol’ USA; plus who can forget Origin game two on Wednesday night, we tell you the best venues to cheer on your State with mates, along with date night suggestions to wow your other half this weekend.
As well as freedom, football and flag-waving, American culture is deeply intertwined with food and nowhere is this more evident than in the traditions and culinary customs associated with the country’s holidays and celebrations. Marie-Antoinette Issa takes an in-depth look at holidays from Fourth of July barbeques to Thanksgiving feasts and Super Bowl Sunday spreads.
When it comes to migrants and American food, the ongoing exchange of flavours from those who have come to call the United States home, has both satisfied the hungry and also embodied the spirit of unity and diversity that is at the heart of the American experience. Marie-Antoinette also uncovers a modern American food culture that has continued to evolve through processes of adaptation, diversification, modification and expansion.
Whether you are indulging in Chicago deep-dish pizza in Illinois, or enjoying a sweet slice of New York cheesecake in Brooklyn, regional American food is deliciously diverse – want to know more about New England clam chowder, Texas BBQ, Louisiana gumbo and Californian fish tacos? We have you covered…
There are five hearty recipes to bring America to your plate and glass, including none other than Snoop Dogg’s gumbo recipe, which he describes as a celebratory meal enjoyed with your ‘day-ones’, the folks you truly love and know got your back!
From where to go for the ulti-mutt dog-friendly weekend brunch, to the best steak and fish and chip stops around the country, this week we have something for everyone. So read on for a star-spangled good time!
