Do you remember where you were on September 11, 2001?

How did America come together in the days after the 9/11 terrorist attacks? And why did food—from cornbread to clam chowder—become a powerful symbol of comfort, resilience, and remembrance?

In this special Family Tree Food & Stories episode, we reflect on the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and the extraordinary ways people found healing through food. From community kitchens in New York serving first responders, to small-town stories of family meals and final requests, this show explores how 9/11 changed America forever—and how sharing food helped us grieve, unite, and honor those lost, yet never forgotten.

✨ Key Takeaways from This Episode

1. How Chefs brought communities together after 9/11
2. How Cornbread Has Become a symbol of resilience
3. Patriot Day and Ways You Can Help Others
4. Communities give thanks
5. Things you can do in remembrance and service

On this September 11 Patriot Day, Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely ask you to take a moment to reflect and ask:

• What food brings you comfort when the world feels uncertain?
• How can you honor 9/11 with an act of kindness, service, or remembrance?

👉 Listen, share, and discuss this episode with family and friends. Together, let’s keep alive the promise to “Never Forget”—and to remember that every meal tells a story, and every story is a way to heal.

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About Your Award-Winning Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, a member of The Food Stories Media Network, which celebrates the rich traditions and connections everyone has around food, friends, and family meals. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, and podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.

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