Wednesday, October 31, 2012

In my option Pigeon Forge is the pancake capitol of the world. Never have I seen so many places offering pancakes as I have in Piegon Forge. I recently sent a message to the Pigeon Forge Chamber of Commerce suggesting they hold a Pancake Festival during the month of February. Why February? Tradition. Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday, the begining of Lent. It is the day that housewives use up the sugar and butter in their kitchens in anticipation of the Lenten Fast.Many communities across the country hold pancake suppers as part of this tradition. The most well known pancake day celebration in this country is held in Liberal, Kansas. The town host a pancake eating contest,a cook-off,a pancake supper and an International pancake flipping race with Onely, England. I would love to see Pigeon Forge hold a pancake festival. If you agree go to Pigeon Forge Chamber's Facebook page and let them know. Maybe together we can make it happen !