National Bloody Mary Day celebrates the drinking of the Bloody Mary cocktail, which is described by some as the perfect hangover cure–despite the fact that it happens to contain the very thing that made the person hung over in the first place: alcohol! Origin: Popular theory puts the Bloody Mary's birthplace in Paris in 1921,
National Buffet Day is a holiday that falls on January 2nd every year and invites everyone to head out to their favorite buffet or smorgasbord and enjoy Origin: In 1939, at the New York World's Fair exhibition
National Cream Puff Day is celebrated annually in the United States on January 2. Although the treat originated in France, it has been loved by Americans too. These light, airy, cream-filled desserts make our hearts sing. Originating in France, cream puffs are also known as profiterole and choux a la creme. Cream puffs are a
Let’s be honest: nobody really likes fruitcake, and nobody ever really eats it, either. Heavy, flavorless and always too sweet, fruitcake is one of our century’s biggest holiday jokes. So when Christmas is over, and you’ve taken the tinsel down, and thrown out the tree, what should you do with that old fruitcake that you’ve
U.S. National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day on January 3 is for celebrating that combo that just naturally seems to go together, cherries and chocolate. During the 1700s in England, cherries were enclosed in chocolate with a little kirsch (cordial) liqueur. After finding their way to the United States, Americans began delighting in the little bit
On this day, pasta lovers unite to enjoy plates of spaghetti in various forms, whether it's classic spaghetti and meatballs, a vegetarian pasta dish, or an adventurous twist on the traditional recipe. It's a day to savor the flavors of Italy and appreciate the versatility of this beloved pasta. Origin: In the United States, National
This holiday falls on Reddi-Wip founder Aaron "Bunny" Lapin's birthday (January 5, 1914 - July 10, 1999). Lapin invented Reddi-Wip in 1948, and the holiday celebrates whipped cream's contributions to the dessert world. The earliest known literary references to whipped cream seem to date back to 1629 in France (crème fouettée) and 1673 in England.
Apple Tree Day started off as a celebration of an old apple tree, which had been around for two centuries. As time went on, this day morphed into a celebration of the fruit itself. Originating in Central Asia, apples then made their way to Europe where they grew for many years before European colonists brought
The day commemorates the death of the geneticist Gregor Mendel, whose experiments with breeding pea plants formed the basis of modern genetics. From what we could find, it would appear that Paula Bowen is the creator of National Bean Day. National Bean Day is celebrated annually on January 6th. It's an unofficial holiday that honors
On January 7th, National Tempura Day encourages us to celebrate with a dish made with a tempura batter. This Japanese fare includes either seafood or vegetables dipped in batter and deep-fried. Origin: Where did tempura originate? No one really knows. What we do know is back in 1549, Portuguese sailors arrived in Japan and introduced
On January 8th, National English Toffee Day celebrates a favored confection that's been enjoyed across the country for generations. This sweet treat comes with some confusion concerning the difference between English toffee and just plain toffee. English toffee originates in the U.K. during the 19th century, and the earliest record of toffee is in 1825.
Apricots ripen in the early summer, but they’re quite commonly dried so that way we can enjoy them year-round. The word ‘apricot’ in Latin purportedly means “precious”, but further investigation reveals that while this moniker is appropriate, it actually comes from Arabic ‘al barqūq’ (“early ripe”) via French ‘abricot’. Apricots are found the world over
Today is Bittersweet Chocolate Day! Bittersweet chocolate is a sweetened form of dark chocolate made with cocoa liquor, sugar, cocoa butter, and vanilla. Unlike milk chocolate or white chocolate, it does not contain any milk solids. Chocolate comes from the seed of the tropical Theobroma cacao tree. Cacao, which has been cultivated for at least
The day milk deliveries in bottles began in the US. National Milk Day falls on January 11 to observe the very first time milk was delivered to homes inside sterilized glass bottles. It took until 1878 before anybody thought to fill bottles with milk and seal them with waxed paper.
A favorite dish of Indians and Britons, as well as people from other places throughout the world, like the Caribbean and Asia, curried chicken offers a delicious and comforting blend of flavors. National Curried Chicken Day is here to pay respect to this yummy dish that is a favorite craving by so many. History states
Marzipan, a delicious and light treat made of a fairly unusual combination of sugar and almond meal, often accented with almond extract. It has been used in all varieties of sweets and treats, and manages to be both kosher and appropriate for Lent. Its excellent mutability makes it popular for themed cakes and confections, as
The purpose of establishing National Gluten Free Day was simply to help people understand the difficulty of what it is like to eat a gluten free diet, to show compassion and care for those who have celiac disease or are gluten-intolerant. Origin: Cassy Joy Garcia of Fed + Fit founded National Gluten-Free Day (NGFD) in
Another dessert brought to us by an internationally famous chef, National Peach Melba Day offers a refreshing celebration on January 13th each year French chef Auguste Escoffier invented the elegant dessert back in 1892 or 1893, depending on the source. He created the dessert with peaches, vanilla ice cream, and raspberry sauce while employed at
Pastrami lovers across the country look forward to their favorite sandwich on January 14th as they recognize National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day. Popular delicatessen meat, pastrami is usually made from beef. Others make their pastrami sandwich with pork, mutton, or turkey. Before refrigeration, butchers originally created pastrami as a way to preserve meat. To make
U.S. National Bagel Day is January 15. Bagels have a history that is richer than your favorite cream cheese spread! These rounds of dough can be found just about anywhere: breakfast joints, coffee shops, supermarkets, or even your kitchen pantry. Origin: The first known written records about bagels appears in Krakow, Poland which dictated that
Each year, National Strawberry Ice Cream Day on January 15th celebrates one of the choicest flavors of ice cream. All flavors of ice cream are recognized on July 1st. It is believed that the ice cream flavor, which is now popular around the world, was invented in 1813 in the United States by First Lady
Each year on 16th January, International Hot and Spicy Food Day allows lovers of heat and chilli to celebrate all things spicy. Around the world events take place to commemorate the day including chilli-eating challenges and cooking competitions. Hot spices have been used in recipes and cooking for over 6000 years.
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
National New England Clam Chowder Day is held on January 21 each year in the United States. There are many types of chowders, but none can come close to the famous New England Clam Chowder. This type of chowder is a soup base made with milk or cream, potatoes, onions and, of course, clams. It
National Blonde Brownie Day on January 22nd recognizes a treat often referred to as blondies. Almost everyone knows that a blonde brownie is similar to a chocolate brownie. In place of cocoa, bakers use brown sugar when making this delicious brownie, giving it a sweet-tooth-satisfying molasses flavor! It is known, however, that this light-colored treat
National Pie Day on January 23rd celebrates one of the Nations' favorite desserts. No matter how you slice it, pie in just about any form makes a crowd happy. Fruit pies, berry pies, cream pies - they are mouthwatering servings of homemade goodness. Origins: The American Pie Council created National Pie Day in 1986 to
On June 9th of each year, National Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Day recognizes a delicious and seasonal pie. A tart vegetable, rhubarb is often paired with sweet fruits making for a pleasing dessert. June 9th is the day that is celebrated for Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie. Rhuarb originated in Europe (Germany and UK), and introduced to the United
National Peanut Butter Day on January 24th recognizes an American staple in our pantries. Whether creamy or chunky, with chocolate or with jelly, peanut butter gets the recognition it deserves each year on this day. Then, in 1903, a peanut butter-making machine was patented by Dr. Ambrose Straub of St. Louis, Missouri. As far as
National Irish Coffee Day is celebrated on January 25th. It's a day to enjoy a mug of strong coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and a layer of cream. Irish Coffee, or caife Gaelach in Irish, dates back to 1943 when it was first invented by chef Joe Sheridan while working at Foynes airport near Limerick, Ireland.
National Peanut Brittle Day on January 26th recognizes a hard, flat candy confection enjoyed worldwide. The candy's buttery, nutty texture makes for a delicious treat and can be made at home. Some people ascertain that the history of peanut brittle begins in the southern states of the USA, which makes sense because that is where
National Pistachio Day is the time to celebrate this popular nut, which happens to be native to the Middle Eastern areas of the globe, including the areas that are now Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Afghanistan and even southern Russia. It is thought that pistachio nuts date back pretty far into human history. In fact, they are
National Chocolate Cake Day celebrates the cake more people favor. And more often than not, we celebrate our special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays and weddings with cake. Why not enjoy chocolate cake on January 27th every year? In America, chocolate was consumed primarily as a beverage until the 1830s or 40s. Chocolate cakes, as we
Who doesn’t love waking up to a fresh plate of blueberry pancakes, or even indulging in them, piled high with whipped cream, for a delicious dessert? They truly are a food of the gods, and they are so universally loved that they even have their own day! That’s right, National Blueberry Pancake Day is a
National Corn Chip Day is celebrated on January 29 every year. Corn chips are loved by people of different races and ages. It is crispy, crunchy, and made out of cornmeal. The chips are extremely spiced with salt flavor and packed in the bag for longer life. We have been celebrating National Corn Chip Day
In the United States, National Croissant Day recognizes a flaky pastry enjoyed at every meal. Croissants are buttery, crescent-shaped rolls that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Origins: Although croissants are considered as French speciality, they have got Austrian origin. The story of croissants sounds more like a tale full of
National Hot Chocolate Day is an informal celebration dedicated to honouring one of the most comforting and cherished beverages: hot chocolate. Though it's not an official holiday, it's warmly embraced by many across the globe, including some folks in the UK, as a day to indulge in this rich and creamy drink. Origins: By 1828,
U.S. National Baked Alaska Day occurs annually on February 1 to celebrate and encourage everyone to treat themselves to the tasty dessert made of ice cream, sponge cake, and meringue. Origins: According to Nationaltoday.com, the dessert Baked Alaska is named by a chef at Delmonico's Restaurant in New York City in 1867 to celebrate the
This lovely day started its devotion to the Tater Tot in 2009. It began as a food writer's attempt at filling out his copy quota. Once he put it into the cyberspace of Twitter it was an instant hit! When you think about those tiny rectangular bits of shredded potato does your stomach give a
Chewing gum, for many people, is associated with the ability to think more clearly. Something about keeping the mouth closed and the jaw moving chewing makes the brain just focus in and start concentrating. This is the very reason that Bubble Gum Day came into existence, with the twin goals of generating charity contributions and
National Heavenly Hash Day is celebrated on February 2nd. It's an unofficial food holiday that recognizes a family favorite dessert. Where is Heavenly Hash from? Although Heavenly Hash is well-known as an ice cream flavor, it actually started as a candy. Originating from New Orleans, the homemade treat was originally made for shoppers but, eventually,
National Carrot Cake Day on February 3rd, celebrates one of America's favorite flavors of cake. In the carrot cake, we get to eat our cake and veggies, too! Origins: History of National Carrot Cake Day In fact, this practice has been as recent in history as during World War II. During this difficult time around
Today, Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day (February 18) is a day to raise awareness of the prevalence of childhood cancer, celebrate kids who are currently fighting cancer and honor those how have passed away. Ice Cream For Breakfast Day is a fun and whimsical holiday where you celebrate the morning by eating ice cream…
National Pork Rind Day is celebrated on February 5th each year. It's a day to celebrate the fried edible skin of the pig, which is a popular American dish. Origins: In 2011, Rudolph Foods declared National Pork Rinds Day to be celebrated on Super Bowl. The Ohio-based company promoted the day by also recognizing the
National Homemade Soup Day is celebrated annually in the United States on February 4th. The holiday was created in the 1970s to celebrate a comforting dish that has been enjoyed for centuries.
February 4 is Stuffed Mushroom Day. Also known as National Stuffed Mushroom Day in the United States, this made-up holiday clearly encourages people to make and consume lots and lots of stuffed mushrooms. Portabello mushrooms are just one of the many mushrooms one can stuff and bake. It is likely that the Italians should receive
