#3 – Top Ten Reasons to Go to the National Dutch Oven Gathering (DOG)

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Texas Iron Chef

Gift Baskets!

The State Gift Basket exchange started 2007 and has become a tradition at the National DOG that many enjoy. Folks who participate will bring a basket with items that represent their state or local area and may also include items in the basket that are applicable to Dutch oven cooking. We will be participating this year and I have a good idea of what will be in our basket. Here are some ideas

* Cookie Cutter in the shape of Texas
* Tiny Cast Iron Trivet
* Pot Holders with Texas Bluebonnets (State Flower)
* Large Spoon with the Texas State Flag

One of my favorite Hallmark Stores has a section dedicated to fun cooking items and many reflect the Texas theme. I will have fun shopping to find more goodies for our Gift Basket! What will you be putting in your gift basket??

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#4 – Reasons to Attend the National Dutch Oven Gathering

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Texas Iron Chef

Aprons, T-Shirts, and Dutch Oven Bags!

Don’t you just love how an inantimate object like a tshirt helps you remember a special event? I do! When we registered for this year’s National Dutch Oven Gathering, we also signed up for a tshirt and apron, which we will enjoy wearing at our local DOGs after our trip to Ohio. I am certian we will pick up other fun Dutch Oven equipment at the event since there are lots of great vendors participating. What’s your favorite souvenir from a past event or trip?

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