January 16 is National Fig Newton Day and we know you can't wait to enjoy a few in celebration. Fig Newtons came into existence when, in the 19th century, physicians began to promote an increase in biscuits and fruit in one's diet as a remedy for digestive problems. In 1891, they produced the first Fig

What is Rid the World of Fad Diets and Gimmicks Day? Rid the World of Fad Diets and Gimmicks Day is celebrated on the third Tuesday of January each year in the U.S. to widely promote proper weight management by exercising and eating healthy food. In the mid-1800s, the ideal masculine and feminine beauty gravitated

Templeton Rye Whiskey shares its January 17th birthday with bootlegger Al Capone and the son of another bootlegger, Meryl Kerkhoff.During the 1800s, the term bootlegger came into use in the Midwest. The word described the act of concealing flasks of liquor in a boot top when going to trade with Native Americans. The term found

January 17 is National Hot Buttered Rum Day and it's the perfect opportunity to give it a try. Hot buttered rum is a mixed drink containing rum, butter, hot water or cider, sweetener, and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It dates back to colonial America, but likely originates from Europe. National Hot Buttered

National Peking Duck Day, on January 18th, recognizes the national dish of China. This dish is considered a delicacy due to its elaborate preparation and intense flavors. Since the Yuan Dynasty, established by Kublai Khan, Peking Duck's roots are steeped in tradition that chefs have perfected over thousands of years. Dating back as long as

Women's Healthy Weight Day honors women of all sizes while challenging the media's attention on slimness. It's a day of positive body image for women, applauding and embracing all body types as everyone's size, frame, and biological characteristics differ. Though Women's Healthy Weight Day is now an international affair, it originated in the United States,

National Popcorn Day is a fun and delicious celebration of one of America's favorite snacks—popcorn! Whether enjoyed at the movies, as a crunchy snack, or flavored with a variety of seasonings, popcorn has been a beloved treat for generations. Origins: The origins of National Popcorn Day are unknown. The National Popcorn Board created the holiday

National Buttercrunch Day on January 20th recognizes the flavorful toffee candy that comes in several varieties. National Day Calendar continues researching the origins of this sweet and tasty food holiday.

On National Cheese Lover's Day, don't feel bleu, throw a feta or act capriciously. January 20th is a gouda day to kummin over and have some cheddar or asiago or fontina! So go ahead, indulge in some cheese today and celebrate National Cheese Lover's Day! Cheese is a food that has been around for thousands

Each year on January 21st, National Granola Bar Day recognizes the considerable nutrition and energy found in one wholesome granola bar. A basic granola bar includes whole grain (usually oats, though quinoa and barley can be used as well), fruit or nuts and honey, molasses, agave nectar, or syrup. The bar can also include butter