August 30, 2008 by Marianne

August 30, 2008 • Filed Under: Bacon Porn , Bacon Porn, Bacon Recipe, International Bacon Day

Dates & Bacon…double rich yumminess. Happy Bacon Day!

August 29, 2008 by Marianne

August 29, 2008 • Filed Under: Bacon Recipes

Holy smokes, is that a mouthful, or what? A mouthful I’d be more than happy to try. This beauty of a treat came from more than once source. The unique French toast cupcake recipe is from Bake and Destroy, a name and site I just adore, even as a non-baker. You can find the recipe here. The maple glaze and burst of bacon inspiration came from this Live Journal entry from a pink-haired genius who goes by sweetkisses0530. All in all, I’d say a breakfast, dessert, or anytime snack that would make a great addition to your Bacon Day celebration.

And with that I sign off for the week to start preparing for the Royal Bacon Society’s International Bacon Day party. We’ll begin with a few bacon & wine pairings for our guests to rate, and follow it up with some of our favorite bacon recipes including, of course, the famous Bacon Bourbon. We’ll be sure to take lots of pictures and give you a full report on how the first annual event goes.

In the meantime, go ahead and start celebrating with your favorite bacon indulgence. And always remember: Everything tastes better with bacon!!

August 28, 2008 by Marianne

August 28, 2008 • Filed Under: Random Bacon

Is there a world-record for the longest strip of bacon? I certainly couldn’t find one on the Guinness Book website, but I think we may have found the solution to that. This Flickr entry, from a mysterious man called Masta, records his progress as he takes a full slab of bacon and carves it into one incredibly long strip. I highly recommend you look at this as a slideshow. It must have taken incredible patience and some serious knife skills to pull this off. You have to see this image on a much large scale to truly appreciate the beauty of that almost never-ending slice. Simply breathtaking.

And so, in celebration of the looming International Bacon Day, I think we can congratulate Masta on making bacon history. Thank you, sir. You are our new hero.

August 27, 2008 by Marianne

August 27, 2008 • Filed Under: Bacon Recipes , Bacon Recipes

Labor Day weekend is fast approaching…kids are getting ready for another school year, parents are thanking heaven that summer is finally over, and we’re all planning our BBQ menus. For an added bonus, Saturday, August 30 is International Bacon Day! (Visit this link for good ideas on how to celebrate.) So clearly, all grill-related cooking should celebrate the wrappable pork product that makes our lives so meaningful.

My brother-in-law Sean first introduced me to this recipe, but I was able to find it on the web at My Wooden Spoon, complete with step-by-step photo instructions. It is my belief that every recipe worth trying should have step-by-step photos. It is Sean’s belief that every BBQ should begin with this tasty treat.

Basically, you cut your jalapenos in half and scoop out all the seeds and membrane. Fill with cream cheese, wrap with bacon, hold together with toothpick and grill (or bake in oven as the recipe suggests). Amazingly easy, incredibly delicious. These would make a great party appetizer or could be served right alongside the main dishes.

If anyone has any other great recipes to share for International Bacon Day, please send them our way! The more we share, the better a holiday it will be!

August 26, 2008 by Marianne

August 26, 2008 • Filed Under: Bacon Gifts

I know what you’re thinking. I have a closet full of clothes and nothing truly bacony to go with them! Well, have you tried a search for bacon on Etsy.com? If not, drop what you’re doing and GO. THERE. NOW!

In a miniature celebration of breakfast, CuteAbility puts the whole production around your neck. The Eat Your Breakfast Necklace doesn’t muss about with the distraction of fruit or potatoes. Eggs. Bacon. Sausage. Toast. Oh yeah, and some coffee on the side. My favorite part might be the yellow-rimmed plate with white polka dots. It’s the little things that make me smile.

I know I’ve talked about Etsy before, but it bears repeating, particularly for new readers. If you’re looking for original, hand-made arts & crafts, Etsy is your pimp. From paintings to knitting to tiny, ceramic breakfast tableaux, you can find just about anything you can imagine.