The History of Air Travel

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably ridden on a plane at some point in your life. However, for most of human history, flight was little more than a crazy fantasy. The first recorded airplane flight took place on December 17, 1903. This was the date that the Wright brothers took to the skies in the world’s first functioning airplane. The plane was a small, modest biplane that featured both gliders and an independent power source. By combining both methods of propulsion, the Wright brothers set the standard for modern air travel.

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3 Interesting Pieces of Trivia About Your Favorite Mixed Drinks

From Cosmopolitans to rum and Cokes, everyone has their favorite mixed drink. From dive bars to five-star restaurants to wedding halls in PA, the classic drinks can be found almost everywhere. What most people don’t know is that the majority of cocktails that we know and love today have long and interesting stories behind them. Read on to learn a little bit of trivia about your cocktail or mixed drink of choice.  

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3 Chinese Wedding Traditions and Customs

Are you attending a traditional Chinese wedding? Understanding some of the traditions you might see in the wedding hall in Philadelphia on the couple’s special day can help you better appreciate both the ceremony and Chinese culture. Read on to learn a few traditions and customs you might see before or during a traditional Chinese wedding.  

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3 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About The Philadelphia Eagles

There’s a chill in the air, the kids are getting ready to go back to school, and pools are starting to close down — fall is almost here! Village Catering knows firsthand that to many Philadelphians, the fall season is the time to cheer the Eagles on to another season of victory. Before another football season starts, brush up on your Eagles trivia with these interesting facts about Philadelphia’s favorite team.

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The History of Fettuccine Alfredo

  When it comes to Italian dishes, Village Catering knows that nothing brings classic flavor quite like a steaming plate of fettuccine alfredo. If you’re like most food lovers, you’ve probably had more than one taste of the Italian staple. But did you know that fettuccine alfredo has a history that dates back over 500 years?

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5 Essential Pre-Wedding Skincare Tips

You’ve finished your dress fitting, compared wedding halls in Philadelphia and found the perfect spot, and you’re finally done chasing RSVPs from your guests. Planning a wedding can be stressful — and that stress can take a toll on your skin! Use these five essential pre-wedding skincare tips to ensure a healthy glow on your big day!

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Why Do People Go Vegetarian?

  Bacon, cheeseburgers, pizza with sausage on it — some of Americans’ favorite dishes are loaded with meat of all kinds. If you’re a meat-eater, you might wonder why someone would choose to give up some of these delicious dishes in favor of tofu and garden salads. At Village Catering, we know that the truth is that there are many different reasons why someone might choose the vegetarian lifestyle, including:

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3 Mexican Spices to Flavor Your Next Big Dinner

Americans love burritos, tacos, and horchata as much as they love cheeseburgers and apple pie. At Village Catering, we know firsthand that doing a little culinary experimentation in the kitchen can be a great experience for both adventurous eaters and young children who still only want to eat chicken nuggets for all three meals.

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