With multiple ethnic influences, including African, German and Native American, the Appalachian culture consists of art and crafts, food, myths, folklore and more. With such a long, rich history, the many traditions found across Appalachia remain today. For instance, to this day, you still can find the people of Appalachian mountain culture looking to the Farmers’ Almanac for yearly advice on gardening, cooking, fishing and conservation, along with the periodical’s blend of humor, fun facts and its long-range weather predictions.
Similarly, among those seeking to better understand American beverage culture, many turn to industry experts for advice ranging from beverage ingredients to product packaging to trends influencing the market, as well as yearly beverage trend predictions.