Happy National Sardines Day!

by Alexa Weibel, Posted Nov 24th 2009 @ 1:15PM

Fresh sardines. Photo: stu_spivak, Flickr.

Happy National Sardines Day!

Said actor and writer Alan Bennett, "Life is like a box of sardines, and everyone is looking for the key." Alas, when it comes to the slippery fish, not everyone is interested in opening up that can. And it seems foodies have a love-hate relationship with the chow.

Even adventurous eater and ex-New York Times food critic Frank Bruni was under fire for rumors that he hated sardines. After further research on his praise for various plates of the dish, the final verdict was best summed up in his own words: "Sardines aren't for sissies."

What do you think? Take our poll and hit the comments to vent or rave.

How's your appetite for sardines?
Can't stand them!	3 (20.0%)
I'm indifferent - I wouldn't seek them out but I wouldn't be bothered by them on my plate either.	1 (6.7%)
Love 'em!	11 (73.3%)

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Filed Under: Holidays
Tags: fish, food holiday, frank bruni, national sardines day, sardines