January is made for slow cookers. The days are short, the air is cold, and nothing beats walking into a kitchen filled with the rich, comforting aroma of a meal that’s been simmering all day. At Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company, we love recipes that bring people together during the heart of winter—and this one does […]
Fireworks, confetti, and resolutions make New Year’s Day the marquee moment of January, but it’s not the only reason to toast the start of the calendar. As we continue our little-known holiday series, the first month of the year serves up a surprising mix of cozy comforts, brainy fun, and culture-nerd delights. Here are five under-the-radar observances to […]
December calls for recipes that feel special, warm, and joyfully nostalgic, and this Coca-Cola glazed ham checks every box. The natural caramel notes of Coke pair beautifully with cloves, brown sugar, and citrus to create a glossy, festive glaze worthy of any holiday gathering. It’s simple enough for a weeknight but stunning enough to serve […]
December may be dominated by Christmas lights, Hanukkah candles, and New-Year countdowns, but the year’s finale hides plenty of quirky reasons to raise a mug of cocoa. Continuing our little-known holiday series, here are five off-beat observances to keep the season merry—and delightfully unexpected. National Cookie Day — December 4 Before the gingerbread factory goes […]
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 […]