by Turtle DaveC | Oct 3, 2023 | Events
Let’s talk about vodka, shall we? That clear, versatile, and often sneaky spirit has been fueling our festivities for centuries! Originating from Eastern Europe (with both Russia and Poland still playfully squabbling over who made it first), vodka, which aptly...
by Turtle DaveC | Sep 29, 2023 | Events
Turtle gatherings around the globe should rejoice as we celebrate a drink discovered by dancing goats! Dancing goats you ask? Yes, way back in 700 AD an Ethiopian herder by the name of Kaldi was amazed by the display of his goats dancing near a tree. They were...
by Turtle DaveC | Sep 12, 2023 | Events
Hello, Honorable Turtles! 🐢 Grab your favorite cocktail and pull up a barstool—let’s chat about something we turtles know a thing or two about: longevity. No, I’m not talking about how long that whiskey’s been aging (though, good on ya if it’s been a...
by Turtle DaveC | Sep 5, 2023 | Events
Ahoy, compatriots of the Ancient and Honorable Order of Turtles and fellow enthusiasts of irony! We gather in collective sentiment today, the day when hold music becomes the national anthem and automated voice systems the national bird. Yes, my friends, the first...
by Turtle DaveC | Aug 28, 2023 | Events
Once upon a time in 18th century England, the talk of the town was card games. Gambling houses, private clubs, and even street corners were filled with enthusiasts shuffling decks, laying bets, and arguing about rules. One man, Edmond Hoyle, sought to standardize...
by Turtle DaveC | Aug 22, 2023 | Events
Greetings to all members of the Ancient and Honorable Order of Turtles, and to everyone enchanted by the allure of National Coconut Week! From August 23rd to 30th, we bask in the tropical vibes of the coconut, especially reflecting on its deep roots in the...
