Cracker Barrel unexpectedly skips New Year’s black-eyed peas
Cracker Barrel Discontinues Black-Eyed Peas on New Year’s Day For many in the South, black-eyed peas have been a traditional dish served on New Year’s Day for generations. Author John Egerton, in his book “Southern Cooking: At Home, on the Street, and in History,” notes that this dish is tied to “mystical, mythical forces that […]
Cracker Barrel removes black-eyed peas from its New Year’s Day menu
Decline of Black-Eyed Peas at Cracker Barrel For years, black-eyed peas have held a special place in Southern New Year’s Day traditions. According to Southern food author John Egerton, these peas are thought to bring good luck for the coming year. Cracker Barrel has been a go-to spot for those wanting to maintain their New […]