The cozy-cool appetizer that carries you from tailgate to tree-lighting. There’s something about November that calls for food you can share without fuss—rich aromas drifting through the house while football blares, leaves swirl outside, or neighbors drop in unannounced for early holiday cheer. These Sticky Coke & Cranberry Meatballs tick every box: sweet-tart cranberries bring […]
Turkey and football may headline Thanksgiving, yet November’s calendar is stuffed with lesser-known festivities that can warm even the chilliest autumn day. As our little-known holiday series rolls onward, carve out room for these quirky celebrations before the mashed-potato mountains arrive. National Sandwich Day — November 3 Long before leftovers become the bread-turkey-cranberry tower of legend, […]
Kid-approved thrills baked right into every bite! October’s magic lives in glittering jack-o’-lanterns, too-much candy, and sticky fingers clutching flashlights on chilly trick-or-treat walks. These Monster Mash Coca-Cola Cupcakes deliver that same spooky-sweet joy—no creepy ingredients, just moist chocolate cakes made impossibly fluffy with classic Coca-Cola, then topped with neon frosting and googly-eyed grins. Let […]
Halloween’s candy-fueled costume parades dominate October, but the month’s calendar is studded with smaller celebrations just waiting to haunt your schedule. As our little-known holiday series marches into sweater-weather territory, carve out time for these quirky observances—no witchy incantations required. National Taco Day — October 4 Before pumpkin spice smothers everything in sight, honor one […]
September straddles two worlds: lingering summer heat during the day and those first crisp snaps at dusk, when the scent of bonfires and football leather drifts through the air. These Coke & Cider Pulled Pork Sliders celebrate that sweet in-between, slow-braising a pork shoulder in classic Coca-Cola and tangy apple cider until it practically melts. […]
Labor Day’s long-weekend picnics may steal September’s spotlight, but the month is packed with lesser-known festivities that pair perfectly with crisp air and football season vibes. As we continue our little-known holiday series, here are five quirky observances to keep your calendar (and coffee mug) warm. National Cheese Pizza Day – September 5 Bid farewell […]
The sticky-sweet, late-summer show-stopper your grill’s been waiting for. August evenings beg for one last backyard gathering—the kind where the sun hangs low, the cicadas chirp, and the smell of caramelizing barbecue sauce dances in warm air. These Cherry Coke & Peach Glazed Ribs hit every nostalgic note of the season: Cherry Coke-laced smokiness, juicy […]
Fireworks season may be over, but August still crackles with potential—if you know where to look. As our little-known holiday series rolls on, we enter the only month on the U.S. calendar without a federal day off. No worries: quirky observances step in to spice up these long, sun-drenched days. Here are five under-the-radar holidays […]
Nothing says summer like the sizzle of a hot grill and the clink of ice in a cold drink. And if you’re looking for the perfect recipe to wow your July 4th crowd—or just elevate a lazy Sunday BBQ—look no further than these Coca-Cola BBQ Chicken Thighs. Sweet, sticky, and smoky, the magic lies in […]
Fireworks, barbecues, and patriotic playlists make July 4th the uncontested star of midsummer, but Independence Day isn’t the month’s only excuse to celebrate. As we continue our little-known holiday series, July’s calendar reveals an eclectic lineup of off-beat observances that can add fresh sparks to long, hot days. Here are five quirky gems worth penciling […]