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The food category is enormous and the second most populated non-nation category in the calendar. It deals with nutrition, food (anything eaten), and non-alcoholic beverages. This category includes eating preferences like vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free.
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March is National Sauce Month celebrating what we pour onto food or dip food in. There are eight types of sauces: Brown sauces Emulsified sauces Sauce béarnaise Green sauces Hot sauces Sauces made of ch...
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School Breakfast Week in the United States aims to promote healthy eating habits at school by starting the day with a good breakfast.
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International School Meals Day (ISMD) seeks to encourage children and their teachers to discuss the impact the food they eat has on their lives. A popular activity is for children to share their favorite...
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On May 2022, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed March 1 as World Seagrass Day to raise awareness and promote conservation efforts for seagrass ecosystems. Seagrasses are marine flowering plant...
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Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day, Fat Tuesday) was initially a day of repentance and reflection (1 Corinthians 9:27), marking the end of Epiphany and the upcoming season of Lent. It is part of the Carnaval cel...
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Talk about tradition! The Shrovetide Pancake Race began in 1445 AD! This race is only open to women sixteen years of age, who dress in traditional housewife attire (dress, apron, and scarf), toss a panca...
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Spanish Paella is rice, vegetables, fish, and beans. Paella is influenced by the cultures of Spain, including the Iberians, Romans, Moors, and Catholics, resulting in a rich, colorful dish. Spanish Paell...
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Richard Lambert created this holiday in 2014. In his own words, why: "One day in 2014, I googled "National Tamale Day" to discover there wasn't one. I couldn't believe it! More than twelve hundred foods...
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Created by Frisch's Big Boy in 2017, Tartar Sauce Day celebrates the relish-mustard-mayonnaise condiment often eaten with fish.
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The Global Tea Party, (formerly Worldwide Afternoon Tea) takes place on the Wednesday of Nutrition and Hydration Week. This week promotes and celebrates improvements in nutrition and hydration. It seeks t...
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Turkey Neck Soup Day is a food holiday honoring Turkey Neck Soup, a combination of meat, vegetables and rice.
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Veggie Month in the United Kingdom, celebrated in March, encourages people to eat more vegetables and highlights the benefits of a plant-based diet. It promotes healthier eating habits but also about unde...
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International Waffle Day is a Swedish event that marks the Our Lady's Day (Vårfrudagen in Swedish, which sounds like a waffle, thus waffle day). Our Lady's Day is the lay term for the Annunciation to the...
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Each year in early March, we celebrate National White Chocolate Cheesecake Day. This ancient dessert initially used just cheese, honey, and flour. Over the centuries, the recipe has evolved to include...
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May is Amaranth Month. Amaranth is a grain revered for its nutrient-rich profile and versatility. Though tiny, amaranth is a mighty grain easily distinguished by its vibrant colors ranging from gold to re...
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"As American as Apple Pie" is a popular saying in the United States, and apple pie is our national dessert. What is the best way to celebrate today? Cut yourself a slice and add some ice cream or cheese,...
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The argan tree is a native species of Morocco that grows in arid and semiarid areas, forming the unique Arganeraie woodland ecosystem. This ecosystem is important for conservation, research, and socio-eco...
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Asparagus Month, which is celebrated annually in May, is an observance dedicated to appreciating asparagus, a nutritious and versatile vegetable. This month encourages the exploration of asparagus in vari...
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Recognized as the world’s premier bacon festival, the much talked about Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival, affectionately known as BaconFest, takes place annually in Des Moines, IA. Organized and promoted by t...
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Every May, to kick off the summer, Americans celebrate National Barbecue Month. Whether you’re a sucker for tri-tip or a master at grilling veggies, this is the month to take the kitchen outside and disc...