Celebrate National Fried Chicken Day on July 6th with Mrs. Knott’s Famous Fried Chicken

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Erin

Mrs. Knott’s Famous Fried Chicken

By Erin

Have you ever had Mrs. Knott’s Famous Fried Chicken? If you haven’t you’re missing out and need to fix that ASAP!! Growing up in Southern California, we were able to go enjoy a meal at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant often. I always looked forward to the hot, crispy, fried chicken here since I was a child. It’s such a special treat! Going here for National Fried Chicken Day would be an extra special treat to enjoy!

Knott’s Berry Farm had a very distinct start by being a theme park that was born from food. Before the many attractions and rollercoasters were installed the Knott family began a humble business by selling berries and fried chicken to Buena Park locals.

The history of Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant started in June 1934 when Cordelia Knott served the first fried chicken dinner meal for 65 cents to make ends meet during the Great Depression. Cordelia served these chicken dinners on her best wedding china. The success of the chicken dinners was immediate and by 1940, visitors were standing in line for hours to try Cordelia’s famous fried chicken.

Mrs. Knott’s signature fried chicken dinner meal continues to be served with its family-style dining that includes deliciously herb-seasoned fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, tossed green salad, cherry rhubarb, kernel corn, freshly-made buttermilk biscuits with butter and boysenberry preserve; and a slice of Mrs. Knott’s scrumptious boysenberry pie for dessert. Each meal is freshly prepared by the Knott’s culinary team with the freshest ingredients. Today the kitchen serves an average of 1,000 chicken meals per day and serves a grand total of 1.5 million guests per year.

For National Fried Chicken Day, Knott’s invites guests to Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant for the opportunity to savor the tastiest fried chicken this side of the west. Guests on this day will have the opportunity to experience special restaurant photo-ops and a commemorative National Fried Chicken Day pins available for purchase at Virginia’s Gift Shop to celebrate the special occasion.

Knott’s Spooky Farm Celebrates the Halloween Season

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Erin

Knott’s Spooky Farm Celebrates the Halloween Season

By Erin

We were given media tickets to go and enjoy Knott’s Spooky Farm for purposes of this post. All thoughts and opinions reman my own

Knott’s Spooky Farm is here and it’s time to enjoy the spooktacular Halloween season! This family-friendly Halloween celebration is geared for kids ages 3-11. Families can join in on the ghoulish fun as the park is transformed with themed décor and wicked fun around every corner. The fall Season of Fun offers Halloween-themed activities that celebrate the season, including trick-or-treating, a line-up of original shows, pumpkin decorating and the brand-new Calico Carnival Costume Cavalcade. In Ghost Town, little ghouls can trick-or-treat around the town’s shops and buildings to collect sweet treats from the friendly townsfolk. Knott’s Spooky Farm takes place on weekends through October 31st.

We took my niece to Spooky Farm for the first time and she had a blast! She has never gotten to go on rides yet since all the parks were closed the past year and change. Needless to say she LOVED it and now wants to go on ALL the rides.

You can find Charlie Brown, his best friend Snoopy and the beloved PEANUTS Gang celebrating the spooky holiday with their own Halloween costumes at special meet & greets and fun photo encounters throughout Camp Snoopy. Kids ages 3 -11 can participate in a memorable trick-or- treating experience available along Ghost Town’s Main Street and Schoolhouse Road. During trick-or-treating, kids will interact with an array of spooky but friendly shopkeepers as little ones have the opportunity to show off their festive Halloween costumes. In Ghost Town, Stanley Scarecrow has opened the Livery Stable for guests of all ages to get close and personal with the Creepy Critters of Calico.

It was my niece’s first time trick-or-treating, she caught on fast. She wanted to go up to everyone afterwards for more trick-or-treating. At the schoolhouse she was so sweet, she wanted to share her candy with the teacher! But of course… NO EATING is allowed in class! lol *She had a super cute Super Woman costume, but it was very hot out that day, so she didn’t want to wear it.*

Whimsical jack-o-lanterns surround Calico Park as it changes into an enchanting Pumpkin Patch location for families to enjoy the atmosphere of the season with photo ops and crafters. Miniature pumpkins or Halloween cookies can be decorated for a nominal fee. Linus can be spotted at the pumpkin patch, helping little ones pick out their very own perfect pumpkin. Gals and ghouls are in for a treat as new fun Halloween-themed shows are in store with the Bob Baker Marionette Theatre Show at Birdcage Theatre. These peculiar puppeteers will amaze all with a spooky puppet show.

At Camp Snoopy, families can hop aboard the Grand Sierra Railroad, joining Linus in the Pumpkin Patch as he and Sally await the arrival of The Great Pumpkin because Halloween isn’t complete without this timeless tale from the Peanuts Gang. Additionally, The Camp Snoopy Theater is debuting the Great Pumpkin Palooza show, where you’ll get more than a rock as you join Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang for a high-energy music tribute to the best holiday ever, Halloween.

Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm

Posted on November 24, 2020 by Erin

Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm

By Erin

Knott’s Berry Farm is now open on select dates through January 3^rd for a new seasonal food and retail outdoor experience, celebrating the merriest season of all, with Knott’s Taste of Merry Farm, as it continues to follow state, local and CDC health guidelines. While the theme park itself remains closed, the Christmas spirit still shines bright this year with holiday charm brimming out of every corner of the park, as Knott’s wondrously transforms with enchanted décor, thousands of twinkling lights, miles of festive garland, and a variety of picturesque holiday settings, all serving as a backdrop to the tastiest holiday foods around.

With over 60 unique food and drink items offered on the tasting card, guests can choose from popular flavors of the season like Fully Loaded Turkey Dinner Tater Tots and Comet’s Cinnamon Bun with a Maple Glaze and Candied Pecans, plus options for all dietary preferences. Guests can take care of their holiday shopping at Knott’s one-of-a-kind stores filled with exclusive Knott’s specialty items or discover rare, handmade, and personalized gifts from over 23 artisan local crafters, including Knott’s famous glassblower and chainsaw carver.

With your tasting card, adults get 5 tastings and children get 3 tastings. Here are some of the delicious festive offerings you have to choose from, and there are a LOT of choices! Food booths are lettered and there are maps around the park so you can see where each one is located. Make sure to come HUNGRY as the serving sizes are very generous.

Cupid’s Corn Chowder Soup in a Bread Bowl with Chives