Here are the fun facts brought to you by Curly Tails (link to their article) https://curlytales.com/web-stories/facts-about-french-fries-that-will-amaze-you/ 1.) French fries were invented in Belgium, not France. 2.) The term “French fries” originated from American soldiers during World War 1 3.) The average American consumes 30 pounds of French fries per year. 4.) McDonald’s is one […]
6 years ago today, Stafford Smith raced the Idaho® Potato Drop car at Sonoma Raceway for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 Monster Energy Nascar Cup Series. Instead of the normal oval shape, this track includes a twisting 12-turn track that is 2.52 miles in length and started in 1968. Sonoma Raceway has been the host to […]
Young engineers are ready to upgrade from their starter home to a place closer to downtown and the Greenbelt walking path in Boise, Idaho. She’s dreaming of a big space for chickens and composting, but he’s set on keeping their costs as low as possible. Click here to watch our feature in HGTV episode.
YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon & Fun Runs are back for the 45th year! All courses are flat and fast for this fun full, half, 10K & 5K run on the Boise Greenbelt. Here are some Fast Facts about the Famous Idaho Potato that might answer race day questions. Click here for a link to YMCA website
Growing new trend that we think is SPUDtastic!!!! “Easter potatoes trend grows amid soaring egg prices” So you might be thinking, will painting potatoes ever catch on? Well. . .did you know that prior to the 19th century we carved turnips for Halloween? Thank you WBTV (CBS affiliate in Charlotte, North Carolina ) for sharing […]
We have a hot tip for you to help celebrate NATIONAL TATER DAY! What is national tater day? “National Tater Day is observed annually on March 31. This day is set aside to celebrate the potato that is loved by almost everyone and provides us with essential vitamins, minerals and fiber”. HAPPY FRYDAY!!! Get out […]
10. The potato drop Forget that fancy glass ball that drops at midnight every NYE in NYC—Boise drops a GlowTato at midnight! The Idaho Potato Drop is Boise’s annual New Year’s Eve party, with onlookers counting down until the potato drops at midnight. The GlowTato is a replica of a giant Idaho potato, with some […]
This partner has been with us since the beginning. Thank you for ten years of support Idaho® Potato Commission. Thank you for protecting the Idaho® Potato brand and making Idaho what is it today! #thankyoufarmers #thankyoupotatofarms #idahofarmers #idahopotatoes #idahopotatofarmer
