National food days have been a classic staple of celebratory times and food festivities that impact our daily lives. They make our world so much more light-hearted and insightful. It is a humorous concept that gets everyone talking about the top foods that are celebrated.
In the beginning of January, there are a variety of national food holidays that represent not only culture but creativity in cuisine. There are food celebrations for crème puffs, chocolate covered cherries, spaghetti, tempura, epiphany cake, milk and oysters Rockefeller day.
All of these food items uniquely hold their own. Some are more common than others, like milk and spaghetti, but tempura and epiphany cake add flavor to the importance of these holidays.
For example, national tempura day is celebrated on Jan. 7 and is an inquisitive food item originating from Japan. This dish is a modern concept of deep-frying that was not initially apart of Japanese culture but continues to establish its important purpose. Especially of its conversion into tempura rolls.
Oysters Rockerfeller day tends to be popular for seafood lovers. The holiday takes place on January 10. The classic dish was invented by Jules Antoine Alciatore during the Gilded Age, and ever since has been a significance seafood phenomenon. The food item is a first course that is combined with garlic, parsley, butter and oysters. It is a French delicacy that adds flavor to anyone’s pallet.
During the middle of January, there are many more dates for food celebrations. Such as, hot pastrami sandwich day, popcorn day, cheese lover’s day, coffee break day and pie day. There are more national food holidays, however these are just a few highlights of the ones that take place in mid-January.
Hot pastrami sandwich day takes place Jan.14. Its origin comes from New York City in the nineteenth century, because of it being an accessible good it was an inexpensive food item to feed families. The sandwich is a combination of delicious beef adorned in spices to add flavor.
Other national food holidays include New England clam chowder, pie, chocolate cake, blueberry pancakes, corn chips, croissants and hot chocolate.
A popular and classic soup would be the New England clam chowder, which is celebrated on Jan. 21. This soup consists of potatoes, onions, chicken and seafood. Its creamy consistency is rich in flavor and is a signature dish paired with seafood meals.
These national food holidays are a humorous and light-hearted occasion that brings joy into our lives. Consider doing research to see if your favorite food has its own national holiday.
