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Five things about nachos

Yes, say it in “Mexican” ---In Mexico, they are known as
Along time ago, in 1943 ---The snack was invented circa 1943 by Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya at the Victory Club restaurant in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico. The original recipe consisted of fried corn tortillas covered with just melted cheddar cheese and pickled jalapeño peppers.
They're that popular ---International Day of the Nacho takes place every October 21 and was initiated by the United States and Mexico as a way to commemorate the invention and its international popularity.
Cravings ---Nachos are said to be the food most commonly craved by pregnant women.
An inventive twist ---If you want to get a little more creative than the basic toppings, other popular varieties include bacon, shrimp, chorizo, pulled pork, artichoke hearts, cilantro pesto, fried chicken, feta cheese and blue cheese.
Five things about candy and caramel apples

When they came to be ---The origin of candy or caramel apples is unclear, but references to dipping apples in melted caramel date back to the 1800s.
Bad apples ---The apples became a popular Halloween treat in the '60s, but due to the fear, real and exaggerated, of them being tampered with, children have been encouraged not to accept homemade Halloween treats.
Tart ---Tart apples, such as Granny Smith or McIntosh, are the
So Hot! ---The liquid candy coating must reach approximately 150°C (300°F), before the apples are dipped, and will harden within one hour.
Four things about hot dogs

The biggest! ---The Guinness World Record for the world's largest hot dog goes to the Akasaka Prince Hotel in Tokyo, which was 60.3 m in length.
Mind your manners ---There is hot dog etiquette. Use tongs when picking hot dogs up from a serving tray. Puncturing them with a fork causes juices to get out. When dressing a dog,
Variations on a classic ---Exploring the world of hotdogs, you will find some creative ideas. Some unique ideas
First class dog ---Looking to splurge on your hotdog purchase, Serendipity 3 on Manhattan's Upper East Side goes for $69. The “haute” dog is a 12-inch-long pure beef frankfurter grilled in white truffle oil. It's then served on a salted pretzel bun from Germany and coated with white truffle butter. The condiments are extravagant and include duck fois gras, black truffles, caramelized Vidalia onions, heirloom tomato ketchup and Dijon mustard with more black truffles.
Five things about cotton candy

The good old days ---Cotton candy was originally called fairy floss and was introduced to the public on a large scale at the 1904 World's Fair in St Louis.
Simple recipe. ---Cotton candy is 99 percent air. Sugar is the only ingredient, along with a small amount of food
Better than soda. ---There is less sugar in one serving of cotton candy than a can of pop.
Everything has its day ---National Cotton Candy Day in the United States falls on December 7.
Spin me right round baby, right round. ---The rotating bowl at the top of a cotton candy machine spins at 3,450 revolutions per minute.
Five things about ice cream

It was huge! --On July 24, 1988, Edmonton’s Palm Dairies made a 24-tonne ice cream sundae. It contained 20,270 kgs. of ice cream, 4,394.4 kgs. of syrup and 243.7 kgs. of toppings to total 24,908.8 kgs.
Milk = ice cream -- To make one gallon (3.8
Spicy ice cream? -- Can you imagine an ice cream made with an ice cream base, hot sauces, pequín, habanero
Favorites -- According to the Canadian Dairy Information Centre, the
Brain freeze --the scientific term for an ice cream headache is sphenopalatine
Top 9 for Art/Music-Lovers

They don’t call it Festival City for nothing.
Edmonton is home to some of the country’s most spectacular art, music, and theatre festivals. From visual art displays, to alternative theatre and melodies under the stars, these art-focused events will fill your summer calendar with equal parts inspiration and entertainment.
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- Freewill Shakespeare Festival 2022 DATES TBD
Also known as Shakespeare in the Park, this three-week festival shows two of the playwright’s famous works—one comedy and one tragedy. Shows run every day except Monday, with various special events throughout, including Date Night which pairs your performance with appetizers and beverages.
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- Whyte Avenue Art Walk Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, July 11 to August 1
Hundreds of artists gather on the streets of Whyte Avenue for a free three-day art show. This spectacular display showcases some of Edmonton’s visual artists, and gives visitors the opportunity to purchase work directly from the creators. Whether or not you’re in the market for a new piece, this is an event art-lovers don’t want to miss.
- Fridays 3 - 8 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
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- NextFest 2022 DATES TBD
NextFest brings together artists of all types for the city’s multi-disciplinary arts festival. Performances take place at venues all across Old Strathcona, and include a diverse lineup of clowning, comedy, music, film, spoken word, visual art, theater performances and more. There’s no better place to experience such a wide variety of artistic mediums in such a short period of time than at NextFest.
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- The Works Art & Design Festival 2022 DATES TBD
The Works Art & Design Festival is a 13-day visual extravaganza in downtown Edmonton. The festival is free to the public and showcases art, design and performances from local and international artisans. There are also workshops and family programs to help festival-goers tap into their own creative side.
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5.Animethon 2022 DATES TBD
Animethon is an explosion of Japanese pop culture, anime and gaming packed into three days in August. The festival features voice actor guests, musical groups, a cosplay contest, gaming and more. Anime fans rejoice!
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- Dreamspeakers Film Festival 2022 DATES TBD
This international film festival celebrates the cinematic works of Indigenous peoples from around the world. The festival offers a unique exploration into Indigenous cultures with a variety of both feature-length and short films.
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- Edmonton Folk Music Festival 2022 DATES TBD
Whether you’re already a fan of folk music, or are looking to expand your musical repertoire, Edmonton’s Folk Fest is your musical destination this summer. Featuring folk and alternative from across the globe—and from your own backyard—this family event is sure to become an annual tradition.
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- Edmonton Jazz Festival 2022 DATES TBD
Silky notes float through cafes, jazz clubs, and theatres during Edmonton’s Jazz Festival. International and local acts flood over 70 venues for a week of soothing performances that will take you right back to the golden age.
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- Symphony under the Sky 2022 DATES TBD
What better way to enjoy the melodies of classic composers than surrounded by stars and sky and fresh air? Symphony under the Sky returns to Hawrelak Park for 4 days of diverse musical programs in the great outdoors.
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Take an historic tour of Alberta with these commemorative sites.
For a comparatively young city, Edmonton and its surrounding area is packed with history. From living museums to important sites and cultural festivals, this list is your ticket to a historic tour of Alberta. -- Albert Grain Elevator Park 4 Meadowview Drive St. Albert, AB
- Edmonton Air Show 2022 DATES TBD
- Fort Edmonton Park 7000 143 St
- Alberta Railway Museum 24215 34 St
- Stony Plain and Parkland Pioneer Museum 5120 41 Ave Stony Plain, AB
- Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Hwy 16 E Tofield, AB

- Alberta Aviation Museum 11410 Kingsway NW
- Edmonton Historic Festival 2022 Dates TBD

- Father Lacombe Chapel 5 St. Vital Ave St. Albert, AB
Top 10 Adventurous Activities

Get your blood pumping with this thrilling summer bucket list.
With beautiful weather and seemingly limitless locales to explore, summer is ripe for adventure. Whether that means testing your bravery on a ropes course 50 feet in the air, or opening your palette to new cuisines, the city has an exciting summer activity for you.- Canoe down the North Saskatchewan

- Check out Snow Valley Aerial Park 119 Whitemud Dr NW
- Run or walk in the Edmonton Marathon 2022 Dates TBD
- Visit K-Days 2022 Dates TBD
- Try stand-up Paddleboarding 9735 Grierson Hill NW
- Get Scuba Certified with Northwest Scuba 6815 104 St
- Take a Helicopter Tour Edmonton International Airport
- Ride the Mindbender West Edmonton Mall