Labor Day is more than an excuse to barbeque, however. It is a day to recognize the contributions of America's working men and women as well as the economic and social achievements of the organized labor movement. While the majority of the world observes Labor Day on May 1, the United States has celebrated it on the first Monday in September since the 1880s.
Big Appetites, Unite
Forget about time clocks and inboxes,e-mails and production quotas. Are you planning a picnic with your fellow workers? Or are you showing solidarity with your family and friends and having a big cookout? Here are some recipes that can feed a small army--no uniform required.
America's Melting Pot
Waves of immigrants from around the world helped build this country. Integrate your Labor Day picnic with these ethnic-American treats.
This Land Is Your Land
Still not master of your backyard barbeque? Learn about
Grilling 101. Finish the meal with homemade ice cream or a fresh fruit dessert.
Related Links
Read about the history of Labor Day on the U.S. Department of Labor website.
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