July's National Food Holidays

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by michelle.sundvick | July 29, 2008 at 09:01 am
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In keeping with my theme of National Food Days over the past several weeks, I thought I would wrap up by recognizing foods that aren't given one specific day, but  celebrated throughout the month of July.  Here is a list of this months food related holidays:

National Baked Bean Month National Culinary Arts Month< National Hot Dog Month < National Ice Cream Month < National July Belongs to Blueberries Month

Source: tfdutch.com

  I also read that July is National Picnic Month, which goes hand in hand with the aforementioned foods, as I think they would make up a fantastic picnic basket on a hot summer's afternoon. 

Here's some information I've found about National Hot Dog Month:

July is National Hot Dog Month, and according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, Americans will be consuming the infamous little red tubes of "meat" in record numbers this summer.
The Council estimates that over seven billion hot dogs will be eaten by Americans between Memorial Day and Labor Day. During the July 4th weekend alone (the biggest hot-dog holiday of the year), 155 million will be downed.
Every year, Americans eat an average of 60 hot dogs each. They are clearly one of the country's most loved, but most misunderstood, comfort foods. Below you'll find some frequently asked questions regarding the hot dog. For more information, visit the Council's website at www.hot-dog.org. Bon appétit.

Source: factmonster.com

 

There's nothing like a cold ice cream cone on a bright, sunny day:

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. He recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious food that is enjoyed by a full 90% of the nation's population. In the proclamation, President Reagan called for all people of the United States to observe these events with "appropriate ceremonies and activities."

The International Ice Cream Association (IICA) encourages retailers and consumers to celebrate July as National Ice Cream Month. In 2008, National Ice Cream Day will be Sunday, July 20.

The U.S. ice cream industry generates more than $21 billion in annual sales and provides jobs for thousands of citizens. About 9% of all the milk produced by U.S. dairy farmers is used to produce ice cream, contributing significantly to the economic well-being of the nation's dairy industry.

Source: idfa.org

 

National Culinary Arts Month:

This month-long celebration is to promote awareness of professional cooks and chefs and their contributions to new culinary trends and dining excellence. So dine out during the month of July and remember to thank your favorite chef!

Source: classbrain.com

 

And last but not least, National Blueberry Month:

July is National Blueberry Month--a great time to celebrate the health benefits of these little berries.

Blueberries contain more disease-fighting, age-proofing antioxidants than practically any other fruit or vegetable--eating them is an easy way to protect your body from damaging free radicals.

Source: site.wellbaskets.com

If anyone has any more information on these holidays, or wants to share how they celebrate them,  please fill me in in the comment section below!

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CuriosityKilled
CuriosityKilled

at 10:54 on July 29th, 2008

This is my fabby baked bean badge! Find it on etsy. http://pippindesigns.etsy.com.

Pippin x

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vigilant20
vigilant20

at 11:55 on July 29th, 2008

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memimenam
memimenam

at 13:10 on July 29th, 2008

This is my "traditional" English breakfast, had at the hotel buffet in London. Starting with the beans, we'll go clockwise: mushrooms, scrambled eggs, croissant (um, isn't that French?), poached egg, grilled tomato, veggie sausage. YUM!

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Ssimpson13
Ssimpson13

at 13:36 on July 29th, 2008

Baked Garbanzo Beans- so easy and healthy! Justopen a can of garbanzo beans, rinse them and dry them off, lightly coat them with olive oil and some spices, and bake at 350 degrees till they are crunchy on the outside. A very nutty snack that is good for you.

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Colin Jones
Colin Jones

at 14:09 on July 29th, 2008

Beans on Toast - Quintessential Student Diet.

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ericts8
ericts8

at 15:17 on July 29th, 2008

Garlic vanilla ice cream in a cantalope from the Gilroy Garlic Festival

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spinswim.etsy
spinswim.etsy

at 15:31 on July 29th, 2008

we made a cherry pie. all that pitting was worth it.

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Fishwhisperer
Fishwhisperer

at 16:08 on July 29th, 2008

Maple baked beans from scratch. Dried beans are the best choice for this dish because they absorb the flavours of the other items as they are cooking. I also like the excuse to eat bacon, since beans are so darn healthy! I add chilli peppers to this dish as well- I like a little kick to play off the sweetness of the maple syrup.

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butterbeebee
butterbeebee

at 16:12 on July 29th, 2008

Ghirardelli's famous peanut butter sundae on Lincoln Road, South Beach Florida.

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butterbeebee
butterbeebee

at 16:12 on July 29th, 2008

Ghirardelli's famous peanut butter sundae on Lincoln Road, South Beach Florida.

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Animated Cupcakes
Animated Cupcakes

at 16:32 on July 29th, 2008

Cupcakes and ice cream have always brought a smile to my face and I'm sure to many others. This is such a great way to combine the simplest forms of happiness in our life. In this photograph I have joined together chocolate cake with ice cream cones. But a cupcake is not complete without frosting. Chocolate whipped frosting is touched with a rainbow marshmallow twist accent. These cupcakes were created for a smile. Remember, inspiration is free so look around.

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alltaf.kfk
alltaf.kfk

at 16:44 on July 29th, 2008

These blueberries from last year look swell, but this years (2008) harvest looks greater then ever. Come to Iceland in august and the crop will be marvelous.

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ninamoon
ninamoon

at 16:51 on July 29th, 2008

This is patbingsu from Coffee Antique in Los Angeles' Koreatown. Patbingsu is a Korean dessert of shaved ice, red beans (pat), ice cream, fresh fruit, rice cake (dduk) and fruity cereal bits. It's the perfect summer dessert. More info at http://westla.savvysource.com/blogpost1247_6_toddler-on-a-sugar-high-patbingsu-korean-shaved-ice-

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djtomdog
djtomdog

at 16:54 on July 29th, 2008

These are blueberries from bushes I planted and wild red and black raspberries from around my garden.

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J Daniel Gonzalez
J Daniel Gonzalez

at 16:57 on July 29th, 2008

I received this "ice cream ball" for my birthday. It's essentially a plastic ball you shake up with two chambers, one for ice and rock salt, the other for ingredients. It's advertised as a portable maker, however, the ingredients required make it logistically silly to travel with. Nonetheless, it's fun to throw around the backyard and end up with some ice cream.

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James Andres
James Andres

at 17:39 on July 29th, 2008

Fresh organic blueberries from the Trout Lake farmers market!

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Amy Judd
Amy Judd

at 17:44 on July 29th, 2008

All the great summer snack foods have their time in July huh? Too bad it's pretty much over...

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polomex
polomex

at 17:47 on July 29th, 2008

That chocolate chip cookie was HOT. On top sat a mound of vanilla ice cream buried under a pile of whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and caramel. I barely finished half of it.

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misakonyc
misakonyc

at 17:48 on July 29th, 2008

Wow, I just learned July is National Blueberry Month. How timely! This is a bowl of wild blueberries from Mt. Major in New Hampshire. Four of us picked this much on July 19.

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yanasawa
yanasawa

at 17:59 on July 29th, 2008

Wasabi ice-cream was good!
Try it!

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digitalwoman
digitalwoman

at 18:10 on July 29th, 2008

I was in San Francisco walking the city and stopped at the famous Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop. I got a large chocolate sundae with hot fudge, whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry on top :) It was yummy!

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pintosevich
pintosevich

at 18:15 on July 29th, 2008

I'm in love with snapshots around me, the ice cream, people, the sky, etc.

The best ice cream in town

Ciudad Obregón, Sonora, México.

Bing

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gelato.maker
gelato.maker

at 18:16 on July 29th, 2008

Lychee sorbet freshly extruded from the ice cream machine.

more ice cream pictures here
http://flickr.com/photos/28576829@N02/

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GDesigner06
GDesigner06

at 18:33 on July 29th, 2008

I am currently studying to be a graphic designer and will be graduating this December with my BA degree. These photos are from my collect of Exploration shots for my digital photography course I am in right now. A small part of my photography work can be seen at http://flickr.com/photos/28636668@N04/

I am currently looking to get my name out there in the real world and I am also looking for freelance jobs. If there is any design or photography jobs that needs to be done for you personally or your company please let me know and I would love to work with you. Please contact me at RoxySoftball06@hotmail.com and I will send you my resume.

Thank you,
Beth

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angel83tn
angel83tn

at 18:43 on July 29th, 2008

this is the pic of my friends.. Her name is An... she is my close friend. we was hang out together and enjoyed Ice cream. This is our favorite ice cream.. yummy.. hehe will come to see my pics in Flickr

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J-Bugg80
J-Bugg80

at 18:59 on July 29th, 2008

My daughter Elizabeth celebrating what happens every day of the year, and enjoying what all children love the most!! Ice cream and cake!!!

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mollypop
mollypop

at 19:12 on July 29th, 2008

My daughter molly enjoying a vanilla cone at the
Shenandoah Steam Engine show in Berryville, VA.
She ended up with the ice cream all over herself...
and sure enjoyed making a yummy mess.

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pepperpaints
pepperpaints

at 19:46 on July 29th, 2008

My family treks North 1 hour each year to pick these huge and tasty blueberries from The Blueberry Patch in Lexington, Ohio. This year they were even better than years past. We may need to make a second trip!

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girl_onthe_les
girl_onthe_les

at 19:59 on July 29th, 2008

homemade ice cream from king estates vinyard in oregon

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bcpeterson
bcpeterson

at 20:28 on July 29th, 2008

Ice Cream Safari at the Sacramento Zoo. All you can eat Baskin Robbins Ice Cream and Coca-Cola products. July 26, 2008.

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