PENNSYLVANIA, USA – Today, October 8, is National Pierogi Day!

These Polish “dumplings” are usually stuffed with mashed potatoes, cheese, sauerkraut, ground beef, a variety of vegetables, and whatever else you’d like to make a sweet or spicy delight.

Pierogis are Poland’s national dish and were first introduced to the United States during the Great Depression, according to Polish Villa.

Ms. T’s, a brand of frozen pierogi, founded National Pierogi Day in 2008. Ms. T did so in honor of her son, Ted Twardzik Sr., who made his first sale of mash-stuffed pierogi. potatoes and cheese at his local grocery store. in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania.

Mrs. T’s Pierogies will help pierogie fans represent their favorite foodie vacation by launching a collection of limited edition clothing and accessories, including comfy fall crewnecks, scrunchies, fanny packs and lunch boxes. .

“Our fans have been craving the chance to show their love of Pierogi on their sleeve for years, and we couldn’t be more excited to finally give them the chance to do just that,” said Tom Twardzik, President of Mrs. T’s Pierogies. .

The entire range of clothing will be free for customers looking to grab this exclusive pierogi merch.

“This unique line of limited edition Mrs. T’s Pierogies clothing and accessories will make every day a National Pierogi Day for those lucky enough to claim a piece from the collection for themselves,” said Twardzik.

The clothing line drops at 12 p.m. ET on October 8, and each customer will be entitled to one free item while supplies last.

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