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This list of food holidays in July gives us so many foods and drinks to celebrate, and recipes to share. From National Gingersnap Day to National Cotton Candy day, every day of the month has at least one food or drink associated with it which makes it easy to celebrate.  National days are fun to celebrate, …

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Every food and drink has its on special day and June 26 is celebrated each year as National Coconut Day. Coconuts are a versatile ingredient in many recipes and drinks. Read on to learn some interesting coconut facts and get some coconut recipes to try. The Coconut Coalition of the Americas founded National Coconut Day in …

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Most of us take for granted watching color television, but this wasn’t always the case. It’s time to celebrate Color TV Day on June 25. In the early days of TV viewing, we were only able to watch shows in black and white. It wasn’t until the middle of the 20th century that color TV …

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June 21 is celebrated each year as National Peaches ‘N’ Cream Day. Time to celebrate this national day with some delicious peaches and cream recipes to enjoy the fresh taste of summer! What better way is there to honor the first day of the summer solstice than with this fresh summer fruit! The traditional combo …

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Stir together some gin and vermouth and add an olive to garnish. June 19 is National Martini Day! Join us to discover some history about the martini and learn about the various types to enjoy. No matter whether you enjoy your martini shaken or stirred, wet or dry or any of the other variations, today …

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Time to grab your fishing pole and some bait. June 18 is National Go Fishing Day! Let’s head to the outdoors for some good old fashioned fun. Fishing is a great way to enjoy some family time. Many fond memories, later in life, are those of a father and son (or daughter) spending quality time …

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June 11 is celebrated as National Corn on the Cob Day. It’s time to celebrate that food which is featured in so many outdoor barbecues over the summer months. Summer is almost here and that means picnics and other activities where people gather to enjoy each other’s company and eat great food. One of the …

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If writing is your thing, National Ballpoint Pen Day is a day to celebrate. June 10 is set aside each year to honor this humble writing utensil. It has been almost 80 years since the patent was filed on this writing instrument and people use it in the millions each year. National days of the …

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June 7 is celebrated annually as National VCR Day. Do you still own a VCR recorder and tapes? If so, this national day is for you! National days of the year are a fun way to celebrate odd and exciting foods, animals and items that you come into contact with. Be sure to check out …

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This handy list with the national days of June gives you a quick look at the month ahead to learn about some special days to fit into your calendar. Find out how to celebrate your favorite national day with food, drinks and recipes, as well as craft ideas and decor projects. This page is full …

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This list of food holidays in June gives us so many recipes to share. From iced tea to chocolate ice cream every day of the month has at least one food or drink associated with it which makes it easy to celebrate.  National days are fun to celebrate, no matter the reason. But add in some …

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National Rotisserie Chicken Day is a national food holiday which is celebrated each year on June 2. Who doesn’t love the taste of succulent chicken with its rich flavor and toasty looking skin? Stores and supermarkets have been selling rotisserie chickens since the 1930s. With the rise of busy households, they are even more popular …

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If you like refreshing summer cocktails, you’ll enjoy celebrating National Mint Julep Day. This national day is observed every year on May 30. A mint julep is made from three main components: fresh mint, sugar and whiskey (traditionally bourbon whiskey). The cocktail has a subtle sweetness and just enough whiskey to make you forget the summer …

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May 17 is celebrated as National Graduation Tassel Day. It’s a time for graduates to be honored for their academic achievements and for them to start a new journey in life. On this day, across the country, school auditoriums and sports stadiums will be filled to the brim with family members and friends of graduations …

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National Buttermilk Biscuit Day falls on May 14. It’s a tasty national day that foodies love to celebrate. Who can resist the tempting flavor of flaky buttermilk biscuits? They are a staple in the South at any gathering. If you love them as much as I do, today is the day to celebrate. Southern style …

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It’s time to give your sweet tooth a workout, because May 12 is National Nutty Fudge Day! Celebrate this May food day by learning about this popular sweet treat’s interesting history. Many early stories about fudge show that it came about by accident when cooks were trying to make other types of candy. Keep reading …

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May 11 is celebrated as National Twilight Zone Day. It’s time to honor the TV show where nothing is as it seems and where you are about to enter another dimension. May is a month full of national days devoted to all sorts of unusual activities. Check out the full list of May national days …

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May 10 is celebrated as National Shrimp Day. Today is the day for shrimp fans all over the world to come together to enjoy this popular seafood offering. There is a reason that we all gravitate to the shrimp at an all you can eat buffet. They taste so darn good! Keep reading for some …

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May 9 is celebrated as National Butterscotch Brownie Day. It’s a day for those who love both butterscotch and the texture of brownies to get out the cooking pans and put on their aprons. Let’s get baking! Butterscotch brownies are also known by the terms “blondies” and “brookies”. They are a delicious baked dessert that …

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Coke drinkers take note – May 8 is National Have a Coke Day.  It’s time to grab a can of one of America’s favorite soft drinks. After all, we’ve been drinking it since 1891! National days are a fun way to celebrate, particularly if they have an association with food and drink. Each month there …

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