In the United States, National Waffle Day is celebrated in August to commemorate the date of a U.S. patent on a waffle iron; however the celebration is described as "at best a 'bizarre' or 'unique' holiday – the fluff stuff of radio DJ commentary", a frequent criticism of food celebration days. Origins: National Waffle Day is
World Whisky Day is an annual, global day of whisky, which invites everyone to try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Taking place annually on the third Saturday in May, this special occasion is celebrated by whisky lovers worldwide with tastings, events and gatherings. Origins: The first World Whisky Day was celebrated in March
National Carbonara Day is a day that invites food and Carbonara lovers alike to celebrate the classic Italian pasta dish made with egg, Pecorino Romano cheese, guanciale or pancetta, and freshly ground black pepper. Origins: The name "carbonara" means "charcoal burner" and the dish is said to have originated in Rome's Lazio region as a meal
National Beer Day on April 7th annually, recognizes the world's most widely consumed alcoholic beverage. Following water and tea, it is the third most popular drink overall. Origins: On April 7, 1933, President Franklin Roosevelt took the first step toward ending Prohibition and signed a law that allowed people to brew and sell beer, in the
Each year on April 8th, National Empanada Day recognizes a delicious pastry that comes in several different forms. The name empanada comes from the Galician, Portuguese and Spanish verb em pandar, meaning to wrap or coat in bread. Origins: The dish is also popular in Latin American and southern European countries. The exact origins of empanadas
National Grilled Cheese Day is a light-hearted holiday designed to give Americans time to enjoy their favorite comfort food. The grilled cheese sandwich is a simple American lunch delicacy that requires a stove, butter, two slices of bread, and cheese. Origins: According to food historians, many cultures around the world have enjoyed cooked bread and cheese
On April 16th, National Eggs Benedict Day celebrates a long-favored breakfast or brunch dish. Eggs Benedict consists of poached eggs with Hollandaise sauce and Canadian bacon or ham on English muffin halves. Origins: There are two different stories as to how Eggs Benedict came to be. In 1894 stockbroker Lemuel Benedict ordered “buttered toast, poached eggs,
World Malbec Day is celebrated on April 17th each year. It commemorates the day in 1853 when then-president Domingo Faustino Sarmiento of Argentina made it his mission to transform the country's wine industry. Origins: World Malbec Day is celebrated on April 17th each year. It commemorates the day in 1853 when then-president Domingo Faustino Sarmiento of
National Prime Rib Day annually recognizes this special meal favorite on April 27th each year. Sometimes known as the “King of Meats,” Prime Rib is a choice cut from one of the eight prime cuts of beef. Origins: The exact origin of prime rib is unclear, but most historians agree that roasts became popular in the
Each year on May 10th, National Shrimp Day recognizes America's favorite seafood. Americans eat moreshrimp than any other seafood, and this is the day to celebrate this delicious seafood. Origin: National Shrimp Day is celebrated annually on May 10th. It originated in the late 19th or early 20th century, when Italian settlers in California began fishing
