NATIONAL ORANGE BLOSSOM DAY

National Orange Blossom Day is observed annually on June 27th.  This day is set aside to enjoy Orange Blossoms for their aesthetic beauty.  Orange blossoms have been used in culinary dishes, desserts, and teas worldwide.  They add a slight citrus flavor to any dish!

Fragrant orange blossoms offer multiple health benefits when prepared correctly to make a tea or orange blossom water. Some of the advantages may include improved sleep, reduced anxiety and improved circulation.

Not surprisingly, the orange blossom is Florida’s state flower. Not only do the flowers result in the sweet as sunshine orange fruit, but thanks to the pollinating bees, we also get to enjoy a unique honey with a faintly orange flavor a delightful treat. The blossom’s scent goes into making perfumes and other fragrances for the home.

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NATIONAL PEACHES ‘N’ CREAM DAY

Observed annually on June 21, it is National Peaches ‘n’ Cream Day.  Peaches ‘n’ Cream sounds like a perfect way to start summer solstice.  Actually, it sounds like the perfect way to end summer solstice as well!  

The Republic of Tea Ginger Peach Black Tea, Caffeinated, 50 Count

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Just a dab of milk in this brew after a long day.
The Republic of Tea Ginger Peach Black Tea, Caffeinated, 50 Count

by The Republic of Tea

Peaches ‘n’ Cream is a simple, traditional and delicious summertime dessert.  Of course, the Georgia peach is in season during the month of June, as are those grown in Florida, California and South Carolina.  Make some homemade vanilla ice cream to sweeten the deal and your peaches ‘n’ cream will be all the cooler.  

Visit your local farmers market for fresh, juicy, ripe peaches. You know the ones you can smell from across the store!

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Give these peachy recipes a whirl:

These recipes are not mine and belong to their respective owners. No copyright infringement meant.

Peaches ‘n’ Cream

Peaches and Cream Muffins

My favorite recipe is home made Peach Preserves. I use this Recipe.

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NATIONAL PEACH MELBA DAY

Another dessert brought to us by an internationally famous chef, National Peach Melba Day offers a refreshing celebration on January 13th each year. 

French chef Auguste Escoffier invented the elegant dessert back in 1892 or 1893, depending on the source. He created the dessert with peaches, vanilla ice cream, and raspberry sauce while employed at the Savoy Hotel, London. The dessert honored Australian soprano, Nellie Melba. The chef was known for naming his creations after famous people. Three such recipes are celebrated on the calendar including National Melba Toast Day on March 23rd.

Try this great recipe from Breyer’s. Keto changes available in my recipe found here.

Nellie Melba was born Hellen Porter Mitchell. She took the stage name Melba in honor of her hometown of Melbourne. Her achievements as an opera singer took her on tour worldwide. Later, she earned the title of Dame Grand Cross of the British Empire in 1927.

Chef Escoffier originally called the dessert “Pecheau Cygne” or “Peach Swan” and presented it in a swan-shaped ice sculpture and topped with spun sugar.

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NATIONAL ORANGE JUICE DAY

On May 4th National Orange Juice Day recognizes America’s most popular breakfast drink. Orange juice holds a large margin over second-place apple juice, too. People have been waking up to a glass of orange juice for many years and enjoying the health benefits it gives them.

One 8 ounce serving of orange juice has 124 mg of vitamin C and also supplies potassium, thiamine, and folate. That little bit of sunshine in the morning can add a boost to your day. Get your orange juice fresh squeezed, bottled or in concentrated form in the freezer section. You can also enjoy orange juice blends for delicious combinations.

The United States is second only to Brazil in the production of orange juice, and they’re second only to Canda in consumption.

Another excellent way to add orange juice to your diet if you are watching your sugar intake is to include it as an ingredient in a recipe. Orange juice adds great flavor to smoothies, whole-grain waffles or french toast.

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Enjoy a nice cold glass of orange juice with your breakfast. Which do you prefer – extra pulp or no pulp versions? Orange juice producers offer both to satisfy all our needs. Share your favorite recipes using orange juice, too. Use #NationalOrangeJuiceDay to post on social media.