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Even though April Fools Day happens this month, it’s no joke that the April food days this are worth looking forward to!

There’s savory April food days to enjoy like National Burrito Day, which falls on the first Thursday in April, and National Grilled Cheese Day, which falls on April 12th. There’s also National Garlic Day on April 19th and National Glazed Spiral Ham Day on April 15th.

For dessert make sure to check out National Peach Cobbler Day on April 13th and National Blueberry Pie Day on April 28th. Both posts contain delicious recipes to celebrate these days!

Check out the full list of national days in April for more special days. Keep reading for some of our favorite food days this month, and see how many you can find in this April word search of national days.

This list of national days in April breaks down the month into a day by day account of the national days that will be happening over the next few weeks. The fourth month of the year starts with April Fool’s Day. This seems to be a hint that the month has a lot of fun …

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You know what’s better than eating peach cobbler? Eating peach cobbler on National Peach Cobbler Day! Honor this sweet treat by learning more about it below. Did you know peach cobbler is hundreds of years old? Not only is it tasty, but it has a rich history as well. There are so many fun ways …

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Do you know that April 28 is National Blueberry Pie Day? In honor of this national day, I’ve put together a collection of blueberry recipes for you to enjoy. I was born in Maine and have fond memories of my family picking blueberries every year when they were in season. This delicious fruit is tasty …

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April 18 is National Animal Cracker Day. In honor of the day, I thought it would be fun to celebrate this national day with some great tasting Animal Cracker Recipes.  Remember those little red boxes, shaped like circus train cars full of tiny animals? This childhood treat has it’s own special day! Many national days …

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This list of April food holidays gives us so many recipes to share. From pecans to oatmeal cookies 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, no matter the reason. But when you mention foods and tasty drinks, everyone …

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April 15 is celebrated as McDonald’s Day. Today celebrates the day in 1955 when Ray Kroc started his fast-food chain, making it eventually become one of the most successful franchises in the food industry. April is a month full of national days devoted to all sorts of food. Check out the full list of April …

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April 12 is celebrated as National Licorice Day. While you won’t find this day on most calendars, those who love licorice in all forms will be delighted to celebrate this tasty food holiday. While we know of licorice in many forms – red licorice, licorice twists, and licorice allsorts, this national day was started to …

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April 17 is celebrated as National Cheese Ball Day. If this party appetizer is something you enjoy, read on for some fun facts and recipes to honor this tasty food holiday. One of the great things about cheese balls is that there are both savory and sweet versions of them. We have plenty of recipes …

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April 10 is celebrated as National Cinnamon Crescent Day. Keep reading to learn more about crescent rolls and fun ways to celebrate the national day. I’ve also compiled a list of crescent roll recipes for you. Why not bake up a batch of crescent rolls to honor this tasty national day? April is a month …

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Time for a tater, sweet style!  The first Monday in April is known as Sweet Potato Day. It’s also fondly referred to as National Tater Day. This day is not the only day devoted to sweet potatoes in the lists of national days. February 22 is also celebrated as National Cook a Sweet Potato Day. …

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When the warm weather has arrived, my thoughts turn to eating outdoors and nothing is more relaxing than a picnic. April 23 is celebrated each year as National Picnic Day. It is the perfect day celebrate spring and enjoy the fresh air with some good food and good friends. Whether you want to go to …

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Who doesn’t love the crunch of a handful of pecans? If this is one of your favorite nuts, you’ll be happy to know that April 14 is recognized as National Pecan Day. This is the perfect day to start snacking or to use the nuts in a favorite recipe or two. Today is a fun …

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Who doesn’t love the taste of cashews and chocolates.  April 21 celebrates them both as National Chocolate Covered Cashews Day. Your taste buds will delight in a combination of rich and decadent chocolate covering the outside of crunchy cashew nuts. Can you imagine a better taste? I love celebrating the various foodie national days with …

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Today is National Grilled Cheese Day and it’s the perfect day to indulge in this tasty comfort food treat. Who doesn’t love the taste of gooey grilled cheese between two pieces of toasted bread?  April is a month full of national days devoted to all sorts of food. Check out the full list of April …

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Garlic is used so often in cooking, it is fitting that it has its own national day. April 19 is National Garlic Day. Time to forget about its effects on our breath and embrace the clove. We’ve got some recipes, garlic growing tips and fun facts about this bulb that many people have a love-hate …

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The first Thursday in April is observed each year as National Burrito Day. I doubt that anyone needs an excuse to try a burrito recipe, but if you do, today’s the day!  This national day is your opportunity to sample one of America’s favorite Tex Mex meals with a choice of dozens of tasty burrito …

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In honor of National Glazed Spiral Ham Day, (April 15) I am sharing 30 awesome ham recipes for you to enjoy! Ham makes a great special occasion dinner, but it also usually means lots of leftovers. Put them to good use with these great recipes to celebrate this tasty national day. The sky is the …

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