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Issue 8 | August 2023

The August forecast calls for HOT. The summer sun still shines bright, and this sizzling edition of our newsletter will delight your taste buds. Popcorn makes a great summertime snack for picnics, parties, the ballpark, backyard movie night, and all of your outdoor adventures. This month, we're thrilled to present a popcorn festival that celebrates the unique flavors, textures, and creativity that make popcorn a favorite snack for all ages.

Lemon Blueberry Popcorn Prepare to be enchanted by the vibrant and visually stunning Lemon Blueberry Popcorn! This extraordinary snack mix captivates your eyes with its alluring colors and delights your palate with a harmonious blend of zesty lemon and the natural sweetness of blueberries. Using a combination of freeze-dried blueberry powder, chewy dried blueberries, and layers of lemon flavor, this popcorn sensation is a true feast for both the senses and the soul. Get Recipe

Ballpark Popcorn Crunch Popcorn and baseball make an all-star team. This Ballpark Popcorn Crunch is the perfect snack for your t-ball, softball or baseball teams! Surprise your mini-sluggers with this crunchy whole-grain snack! Watch Video

Popcorn Chipwiches The ice cream sandwich just got an upgrade. Popcorn adds to the yum factor. Get Recipe Coconut-Popcorn Crunch Pie  Frozen and delightful, you won't be able to get enough of this summery treat. Get Recipe Popcorn Salad Popcorn provides added fiber and flavor to this delicious salad. Get Recipe

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What's the best backdrop for indulging in popcorn during summer adventures? Mountains Select Beach Select City Park Select Other Select

Check next month's issue for the results and a new poll!

Last month's poll: What makes popcorn the perfect summertime snack? The satisfying crunch

We know popcorn is awesome with its healthy whole-grain status and magical overall appeal. So it's nice to see it getting this much deserved love and recognition. Popcorn was recently inducted into the "Snack Hall of Fame" as the linked article explains. The article celebrates popcorn as the inaugural inductee praising its enduring popularity, versatility, and cultural significance in the world of entertainment. Read More

Here’s a list of some of the fabulous popcorn festivals that are taking place around the U.S. in 2023.  Sept. 1-3: Casey Popcorn Festival, Casey, IL Sept. 1-3: Manito Popcorn Festival, Manito, IL Sept. 7-9: Marion Popcorn Festival, Marion, OH Sept. 9: Hamburg's Popcorn Day, Hamburg, IA Sept. 9: Ridgway Popcorn Days, Ridgway, IL Sept. 9: Valparaiso Popcorn Festival, Valparaiso, IN Sept. 9-10: Beavercreek Popcorn Festival, Beavercreek, OH Got a popcorn festival event that you’d like us to know about? Drop us a note at edu@popcorn.org!

Use oils with high smoke points, like coconut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil. Avoid using olive oil or butter, as they have lower smoke points and can burn easily. Learn More Popping Tips

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