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NATIONAL CHAI DAY

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On September 21st, the aroma filling the room comes from ancient spices, perfectly steeped into a cup of delicious tea. National Chai Day celebrates the strong, satisfying tea that is ordered at cafes across the country.

While the Indian beverage dates back nearly 5,000 years, the chai served in homes and coffee shops today comes in many forms. For traditional chai, steep it with black tea leaves. Add whole milk for the richest flavor. Some even prefer almond or coconut milk. The most common spice in chai is cardamom. Though blends will vary from place to place, other spices include cinnamon, nutmeg, pepper, and fennel. Finally, sweeten the tea with pure sugar.

This time of year, we can’t resist the creamy, sweet combination, either! So, wrap your hands around a warm cup and let the aromatic steam permeate your senses. One sip will tell you how enjoyable National Chai Day is going to be!

NATIONAL CHAI DAY HISTORY

SomruS founded National Chai Day on September 21, 2018, to celebrate the flavorful drink spreading its leaves across the country by the cupful.

ABOUT SOMRUS

SomruS is the World’s First Line of Indian Liqueurs. Our flagship product, SomruS Original, is an artisanal Chai liqueur made with cardamom and other eastern spices, nuts, real Wisconsin dairy and Caribbean Rum. Created by an Indian American couple in their kitchen in Burr Ridge, IL just 4 years ago, SomruS Original Indian Cream Liqueur is now the most awarded cream liqueur on the planet (www.proof66.com). SomruS is the first liqueur that can be used to create authentic chai adult beverages from a Chaitini to a Hard Chai to a Hot Chai Latte. Our liqueur is next generation in terms of quality and is low ABV and gluten-free with no preservatives or artificial flavors.

TAZO Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte Tea Concentrate, 32 oz

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HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CHAI DAY

Visit a local tea shop or cafe and order a cup of chai. Choose from a variety of blends. While chai is customarily steeped with black tea, green chai is available, too. Try both! Introduce a friend to the love of chai, too! When you do, give a shout out to your favorite cafe. Take a selfie as you enjoy and use #NationalChaiDay to share on social media.

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Oregon Chai, Organic and Gluten Free Chai Tea Latte Concentrate, The Original, 32 Fl Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6)
TAZO Tea Bags, Black Tea, Regenerative Organic Chai Tea, 16 Count (Pack of 6)
TAZO Tea Bags, Black Tea, Regenerative Organic Chai Tea, 16 Count (Pack of 6)
Cafe Escapes, Chai Latte Tea Beverage, Single-Serve Keurig K-Cup Pods, 96 Count (4 Boxes of 24 Pods)
Cafe Escapes, Chai Latte Tea Beverage, Single-Serve Keurig K-Cup Pods, 96 Count (4 Boxes of 24 Pods)
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Jordan’s Skinny Syrups Sugar Free Coffee Syrup, Chai Flavor Drink Mix, Zero Calorie Flavoring for Chai Latte, Protein Shake, Food and More, Gluten Free, Keto Friendly, 25.4 Fl Oz, 1 Pack

NATIONAL CHEDDAR DAY

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National Cheddar Day adds some cheesy goodness on February 13th!

Grilled cheese would be buttered bread without melt-able slices piled high; burgers would be lackluster without a perfect ooze; mac & cheese would just be…mac, to be frank. So many of our iconic American dishes simply wouldn’t be the same without a slice of cheddar’s deliciousness.

CHEDDAR HISTORY

There’s some history to this love of cheddar as well. How exactly did cheddar become a staple in so many of our favorite foods? Let us tell you!

Cheddar first rolled into being in the village of Cheddar in Somerset, England in the 12th century. While cheddar accounts for more than a third of all the cheese sold in the United States, it is a royal hit in the United Kingdom where it was created. In fact, more than half of the cheese sales in the UK go to cheddar.

In 1894, renowned cheesemaker Peter McIntosh brought his cheese-making skills to Tillamook County, Oregon where it rains a lot and the grass was always green. He taught the locals all he knew, and in due time he earned himself the nickname “Cheese King of the Coast.” Today, there are more cows than people in Tillamook, and those local farmers have since formed the farmer-owned cooperative we know today as the Tillamook County Creamery Association.

No wonder cheddar finds its way into so many recipes or a simple snack. That rich, creamy and sometimes crumbly flavor is what keeps us coming back for more, bite after delicious bite.

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Cheddar Cheese Powder by Medley Hills Farm – 1 Lb Reusable Container – For Popcorn, Pasta, Potatoes
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Utz Cheese Balls Barrel, Tasty Snack Baked with Real Cheddar Cheese, Delightfully Poppable Party Snack, Gluten, Cholesterol and Trans-Fat Free, Kosher Certified, 36.5 Oz

NATIONAL CHEDDAR DAY HISTORY

After over a century spent perfecting its award-winning cheddar recipe, Tillamook founded National Cheddar Day on February 13, 2019, to celebrate its 110th birthday and share a passion for cheddar with cheese-lovers nationwide, giving cheddar a day to shine on its own. ( You have to try thier ice cream!)

Founded on the coast of Oregon this farmer-owned cooperative continues to produce the most consistent, best tasting, high-quality dairy products made the most natural way possible. Guided by its values and the belief that everyone deserves real food that makes them feel good every day, Tillamook has earned top awards for their cheese, ice cream, sour cream, butter, and yogurt products made the Tillamook Way. Committed to unwavering values that never sacrifice quality for profit, Tillamook is excited to share National Cheddar Day with cheddar lovers everywhere for years to come.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalCheddarDay

If you’re local to Tillamook or traveling to the Pacific Northwest, add the Tillamook Creamery as a destination to see just how cheddar is made; sampling a thing or two as well. Today, nearly one million visitors make the trip to the Creamery each year! That’s a whole lotta chedda.

Hashtag it! Show the world just how much you love cheddar by sharing your favorite creation with #NationalCheddarDay on social media.

Tillamook Medium Cheddar Cheese Slices, 8 oz #NationalCheddarDay
Tillamook Medium Cheddar Cheese Slices, 8 oz
TILLAMOOK Medium Cheddar#NationalCheddarDay
TILLAMOOK Medium Cheddar
Tillamook Vintage Extra Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, 8oz #NationalCheddarDay
Tillamook Vintage Extra Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, 8oz
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Cheddar Cheese Powder by Hoosier Hill Farm, 1 lb

NATIONAL CHEESE LOVER’S DAY

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On National Cheese Lover’s Day, don’t feel bleu, throw a feta or act capricious. January 20th is a gouda day to kummin over and have some sharp cheddar, munster, or fontina! 

There is no firm evidence of how cheese making was discovered. but legend tells us it was likely by chance that someone created the first cheese. Thousands of years ago, people transported milk and stored it in sheep’s stomachs. Left to sit a few days, the proteins would separate into curds and whey. From there, preserving the solids with salt may have seemed a logical next step. Salt was a highly valued preservative in ancient times.

The earliest record of cheese making dates back to 5,500 BCE in what is now Poland. Today there are over 1,400 varieties of cheese.

Basic Cheese Making

The basic principles behind making cheese are quite simple. Let the milk sour (or scientifically, coagulating the casein protein). Then separate the curds (solids) from the whey (liquid). The curds are then salted and left to age.

Bacteria, enzymes or fungi may be added at various stages. These along with the type of milk, temperature, time, and moisture are all controlled to produced the desired taste, color, and texture. Herbs and spices may also be added.

The nutritional value of cheese varies depending on the variety. Cottage and mozzarella cheese are at the lower end of fat and calories per serving while mascarpone and cream cheese pack it on. Marscapone makes desserts like tiramisu rich and creamy. 

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igourmet Cheese Lover’s Sampler Gift Basket – Includes Spanish Manchego, Italian Mountain Gorgonzola, Red Dragon Cheese, Montasio, English Cheddar, Prima Donna Red, Dorothea, Gruyere and Camembert
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Spanish Cheese Assortment + Free Iberico Ham 2 oz
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Mozzarella & Ricotta Cheese Making Kit | 5 Piece DIY Kit Includes Cheesecloth, Vegetable Rennet, Citric Acid, Cheese Salt, & Cooking Thermometer | Great Gift Ideas | Italian Cheese Making Supplies

For the Love of Cheese

For cheese lovers who think one day is just not enough to celebrate cheese, the calendar is full of cheesy celebrations. Check out this shortlist of tasty cheese-based celebrations:

HOW TO OBSERVE #CheeseLoversDay

Enjoy some cheese with your lunch or as a snack. Share your favorite cheesy recipes or puns. Try a new cheese pairing. Visit your favorite cheesemonger and be sure to give a shout out, too. Use #CheeseLoversDay to post on social media.

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The Swiss Colony 27 Favorites Food Gift Box – Assorted Cheeses, Chocolates, Candies, Petits Fours, and Summer Sausage Meats – Holiday Red Box
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GOLIN If You Can Read This Funny Saying Non-Slip Socks, Novelty Gifts for Men Women Teens Food Lover

NATIONAL CINNAMON DAY

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The holiday season warms up with National Cinnamon Day on November 1st. It’s the spice that ushers in a season while being versatile all year long.

What other spice flavors the holidays than cinnamon? Of course, cinnamon’s quintessential warmth fills our homes with welcoming scents like no other. For generations, cinnamon elicits fond memories of holidays with family. It sweetens apple pies and is the base for pumpkin spice. With just a touch, it kisses the snickerdoodle, too. We raise a toast with it on chilly evenings in frothy beverages. And cinnamon preserves our bounty all season long.

Hot, cold, savory, and sweet cinnamon fills our memories throughout the holidays. In fact, according to IRI data, cinnamon was the most purchased holiday spice in 2018. It’s the ideal spice to create gifts and bring cheer into the home. How will you use cinnamon this season?

Cinnamon Day History

McCormick & Co., Inc. founded National Cinnamon Day in 2019 to celebrate the versatility of one of the most popular spices in America’s kitchens. The holiday encourages us to make new memories and share the joy cinnamon brings with your best recipes.

My favorites for Cinnamon.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalCinnamonDay

Share your favorite cinnamon recipes and memories. Invite the family to join you as you bake up those special cinnamon recipes. Create new traditions and find the latest ways to use cinnamon in your home and in your cooking, too. There are so many delicious ways to use cinnamon, and it’s so good for us, too. Add ground cinnamon to your morning coffee grounds or top your toast with cinnamon and sugar. There are so many ways cinnamon makes things better. No matter how you use it, from the scent to the flavor, your guests will feel welcomed home.

Share your creations using #NationalCinnamonDay on social media.

McCormick Ground Cinnamon #NationalCinnamonDay
McCormick Ground Cinnamon
Mini Cinnamon Drops, Bulk Size, Baking Chips #NationalCinnamonDay
Mini Cinnamon Drops, Bulk Size, Baking Chips
Easy Cinnamon Cookbook: 50 Delicious Cinnamon Recipes#NationalCinnamonDay
Easy Cinnamon Cookbook: 50 Delicious Cinnamon Recipes
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Simply Organic Ceylon Ground Cinnamon, 2.08 Ounce, Non-GMO Organic Cinnamon Powder

NATIONAL MOLDY CHEESE DAY

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National Moldy Cheese Day is a unique holiday that is observed each year on October 9.

A cheesemonger is a person who specializes in cheeses, butter, and other dairy products. They may take umbrage at the ordinary person’s offense of moldy cheese. Well, depending on the type of mold, of course. Some cheese molds, red or brown-tinged molds, for example, are offensive. Toss those bacteria-contaminated moldy cheeses in the garbage quickly and move along to the grey, blue, or green colored moldy cheeses in the fridge instead.

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Home Cheese Making: Recipes for 75 Homemade Cheeses
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The Art of Natural Cheesemaking: Using Traditional, Non-Industrial Methods and Raw Ingredients to Make the World’s Best Cheeses
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Cheese Press for Cheese Making 16 in – Cheesemaking Kit with Wooden Cheese Press and 2 Cheese Molds 1.2 L – Сheese Press for Home Cheese Making Metal Guides Pressure up to 50 Pounds

Like a sommelier pairs the best wines with meals, a cheesemonger provides expert advice on artisan cheeses for recipes, banquets, and sources for restaurants.

Cheeses such as Maytag blue, Roquefort, Brie, bleu, camembert, gorgonzola, and Stilton are a few of the moldy reasons cheese lovers celebrate on this day.

Moldy cheese gets such colorful phrases. For example, the fuzzy mold on a wheel of fresh brie is called cats fur. These bloomy rind cheeses take some careful maintenance. However, the results are satisfying. Isn’t the best food is a bit of a science experiment, anyway?

Gorgonzola cheese is made with three different kinds of mold spores. It’s like a milder blue cheese, but gorgonzola is creamier and earthier. Toss it with pasta and mushrooms for an outstanding meal. Also, it compliments any cheese plate. Add apples and tart, dried cranberries.

Try something new with this unique food holiday. It’s very fitting for October as its National Cheese Month, and of course, wines and pastas are celebrated this month as well.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #MoldyCheeseDay

Stop by a local deli or chat with your favorite cheesemonger about a uniquely moldy cheese. Invite friends for a tasting and use #MoldyCheeseDay to post on social media.

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igourmet The Best of Europe Cheese Assortment (2 pound) – Finest Gourmet European Cheeses – A Variety Of French Cheese, English Cheese, Italian Cheese, and Spanish Cheese
English Blue Stilton - Sold by the Pound #MoldyCheeseDay
English Blue Stilton – Sold by the Pound
Point Reyes Original Blue Cheese (1 lb) #MoldyCheeseDay
Point Reyes Original Blue Cheese (1 lb)
French Brie - 2 pound #MoldyCheeseDay
French Brie – 2 pound