Peanuts and Crackerjacks
Today was opening day of baseball season in my hometown. The Pittsburgh Pirates played the Los Angeles Dodgers and I was there. I went to the ballgame with my Dad. On the way to our seats, we stopped for snacks: hotdogs, fries and beer. By the end of the third inning, I was back at the concession stand buying popcorn and a hot pretzel for my Dad. And another beer.
What’s better than a day at the ballpark! It was warm and sunny and the stands were full. At the beginning of the season, there’s optimism in the air. Fans discuss the ups and downs of prior years and predict which player will have the best record for this season. And of course, during the 7th inning stretch, we all stood and sang “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”. (You know: “buy me some peanuts and crackerjacks”.)
So in honor of this special time of year, celebrate the beginning of baseball season with a promotion at your store. Create a sumptuous snack basket that will feed a crowd at the ballpark or satisfy the cravings of those couch potatoes who prefer to watch the games from home.
And to help you out, Apex Gift Foods will give you $3 off any case of peanuts in our line. (Sorry, we don’t carry crackerjacks). Just mention “Ballgame Blog” when you place your order.
The Pirates lost to the Dodgers, 8 to 3. But that didn’t really matter. We all left the park carrying the remnants of our snacks and gleefully anticipating the next game.
Add comment April 10th, 2006