Soon it will be Thanksgiving, which means turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and — at least in Utah— Jell-O salad. This jiggly food is such a holiday tradition, The Salt Lake Tribune likes to pay homage to it through our annual Jell-O Haiku Contest.
Readers of all ages are encouraged to write a silly, funny, even sarcastic haiku about their favorite Jell-O creation. There are categories for adults as well as secondary and elementary-age children. (Kids: Please ask Mom and Dad before you enter.)
Wondering how to write a haiku? It's a three-line poem that's short and easy to write. The first line has five syllables. The second line has seven syllables, and a third goes back to five syllables.
To enter, visit http://extras.sltrib.com/jellohaiku/ and write your poem in the form provided.
You'll need to include your first and last name, as well as your telephone number and an e-mail address, so we can contact you if you win. (Phone numbers and e-mails won't be published.)
Submit as many poems as you like. Our favorites will be published on Nov. 24; cookbooks and other food swag will be awarded for the three best submissions in each category. Deadline to enter is 5 p.m. on Nov. 17.
Send us a pie recipe
This Sunday, Nov. 7, is the deadline to send us your best holiday pie recipes. The Tribune is looking for recipes that take ordinary pies to delicious and delectable heights. E-mail your recipe and a brief description about why it's a family favorite to kathys@sltrib.com. Please include your first and last name and a day-time telephone number in case we have questions. Telephone numbers will not be published.
Kitchen gear on sale
The Canyon's School District in Sandy will be selling commercial quality kitchen equipment to the general public on Nov. 9, 10 and 11. All items are new, and include pans, stainless-steel mixing bowls, commercial-grade cookie sheets, heavy-duty measuring cups and spoons and commercial wire whips. In all, there a more than 100 different items on sale. The event, sponsored by the Nutrition Services Department, takes place from noon to 6 p.m. at the district offices, 9361 S. 300 East, Sandy. Look for the portable buildings on the east side of the parking lot. The first 50 people will receive a free gift.
What's brewing? Epic growth
After only six months in operation, Epic Brewing Company has tripled its production capacity and is expanding to meet customer demand. Owners announced last week that the brewery will add approximately 3,000 square feet to its existing building in downtown Salt Lake City at 825 S. State. Groundbreaking will take place in November, and construction should be complete in early 2011. With the expansion, Epic plans to add three more fermentation tanks and have more room for barrel aging.
Turkey drive at Harmons
Harmons Grocery Stores is sponsoring its 13th Annual "Gift for a Gift" Thanksgiving Turkey Drive. Through Nov. 21, customers can purchase a $10 tax-deductible turkey certificate at checkout. Their donations will help purchase turkeys for the Utah Food Bank. Customers also can buy bags filled with essential grocery items that can be placed in Utah Food Bank barrels at the front of each stores.
Bread-baking contest
Bakers can enter their best homemade bread in one of the organic baking competitions taking place this Saturday, Nov. 6, at The Self Reliance Expo. Bakers are invited to enter the sweet bread or whole grain bread category; each entry must include only organic and locally grown ingredients. The winner will receive a Wondermill Jr. wheat grinder worth more than $200. The Expo takes place Friday and Saturday Nov. 5 and 6, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., at the South Towne Exhibition Center, 9575 S. State Street, Sandy. There will be exhibits on food storage, solar power, gun safety and emergency preparedness. Admission is $7 for adults; children 12 and are free. For more details and contest rules, or to get a $2 discount on admission, visit www.selfrelianceexpo.com.
