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Do You Know Why Cranberry Cans Are Upside-Down?

Another seasonal holiday staple graces the table each year and National Cranberry Relish Day makes sure you’re prepared. On November 23rd make sure you’re stocked and ready. Get tasting the many...

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There Are Over 3,500 Different Uses For Corn Products

Maize Day, on the day after Thanksgiving, recognizes the importance of a plant common across the Americas. 1500 BC – Maize can be traced back to 1500 B.C. in southern Mexico. 1534 – The first European...

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Why Were Parfaits Created?

Usually served in a specially styled glass, layers of fruit, yogurt or ice cream, and nuts, chocolate or even whipped cream are the ingredients on National Parfait Day on November 25. The history of...

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How Did The Red Velvet Cake Recipe Become An Act Of Revenge?

On November 26th, National Cake Day delivers a scrumptious treat for everyone to enjoy! Slide over pie, this day cake takes center stage as the dessert of choice. On most birthdays, the cake is topped...

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During Cyber Monday’s Peak Time Amazon Will Sell An Estimated 320 Products...

Cyber Monday is the Internet’s answer to Black Friday deals. The official observance takes place the Monday after Thanksgiving. While Internet-based companies traditionally offered their best holiday...

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French Toast Was Not Invented In France. Where Was It Invented?

National French Toast Day is one that honors this amazing breakfast delight and encourages everyone to enjoy it for breakfast (or lunch, or even dinner!) either alone or with a few friends or family...

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What Is The Most Popular Everyday E-Greeting Card?

Observed annually on November 29th, Electronic Greetings Day encourages us to send an electronic greeting. At the same time, the day reminds us of how much things have changed. Greeting cards were...

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What Invention Led To The Increased Popularity of Mousse?

National Mousse Day is celebrated on November 30 every year, and we can’t wait to whip up some lovey-dovey sweetness for our near and dear ones. If you’re fond of decadent desserts, you should...

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What Led To Apple Cider Becoming Popular?

On December 1, National Eat a Red Apple Day encourages everyone to eat a red apple. As the adage goes, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and today is a perfect time to put that theory to taste....

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One Type Of Fritter You May Not Have Realized You’ve Had Is Tempura

National Fritters Day on December 2nd allows for no frittering away of the time. Make haste and get them while they are hot! Fritters are believed to have first been consumed by Ancient Romans. They...

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The Majority Of People Lead With Their Right Arm When Going In For A Hug

Let’s Hug Day on December 3 celebrates the warmth and comfort of a hug. Hugs are very versatile. Many of us hug when we wish to share our happiness with family and friends. At the same time, hugs are a...

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The Design On The Ankle Of A Sock Has A Name. What Is It?

National Sock Day on December 4 recognizes the rarest of all lasting unities, the marriage of matched socks. When they manage to find each other, wash after wash, dry after dry, it’s time to celebrate!...

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The Concept Of Displacement Was Discovered While In The Bath

Bathtub Party Day encourages us all to skip the ordinary shower and linger in the tub instead. On December 5th, add some suds to the tub and pamper yourself. 3000 years ago is about the time that the...

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Do You Know How Santa Claus Got His Name?

St. Nicholas Day is observed annually on December 6. St. Nicholas Day celebrates the third-century saint who sold all his possessions and gave his money to the poor. Raised to be a devout Christian,...

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Over 10 Million Donuts Are Eaten In Israel During Hannukah

Hanukkah (Hebrew: חֲנֻכָּה, usually spelled חנוכה pronounced [χanuˈka] in Modern Hebrew, also romanized as Chanukah or Chanuka), also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish holiday...

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Americans Eat About 2 Billion Brownies A Year

National Brownie Day is on December 8. Every year brownie lovers come from far and wide to celebrate National Brownie Day. Warm, chewy, and rich, a nice chocolate (or blondie) brownie is the perfect...

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15% Of Christmas Cards Are Purchased By Men

Each year around this time, friends and families begin mailing their holiday cards. Christmas Card Day on December 9th serves as a reminder to get your stamps, envelopes, and cards together so you can...

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Four American Presidents Were Homebrewers. Can You Name Any Of Them?

National Lager Day on December 10th raises a glass to the third most popular beverage after water and tea. While lager is typically characterized as a light, summer beer we believe that every season...

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The World’s First App Was Released In 1997. Can You Name The Game?

Whether you want to take a selfie for the ’Gram, tweet your thoughts, or keep your favorite music at your fingertips, celebrate the marvelous world of apps on National App Day on December 11. Not only...

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What Fairytale Is Credited With Popularizing Gingerbread Homes?

Gingerbread House Day on December 12th recognizes a family tradition for many around the country. 992 AD – A favorite food of an Armenian monk, Gregory of Nicopolis, brought gingerbread to Europe...

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