Did you know that today is National Root Beer Float Day? While
A&W Root Beer and
Edy's Grand Ice Cream might jump at the chance to honor the marriage of root beer and ice cream, it seems like every day honors some provision within the food chain.
The year kicks off with National Spaghetti Day, January 4 (not to be confused with National Pasta Day on October 17). January is also
National Soup Month, which
Campbell's Soup warmly welcomes in the cold winter season.
In February,
Del Monte is just one CPG company that is pleased to ring in
National Canned Food Month, celebrating "the nutrition, convenience, and great taste that canned food provides for today's busy consumers."
March holidays include National Cereal Day on the 7th, which is loosely tied to the anniversary of the invention of
Kellogg's corn flakes.
Frito-Lay can ring in National Chip and Dip Day on the 23rd.
Moving into spring, April brings National Soft Pretzel Month, Chinese Almond Cookie Day on April 9, and Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day on April 12, sure to bring smiles to the employees at
Kraft.
In May, you'll find National Egg Month, which according to the
American Egg Board, is when egg sales are the slowest. June brings
National Iced Tea Month and National Onion Ring Day on June 22.
Summer foods reign supreme in July with National Baked Bean Month (can you say
Bush's?), National Hot Dog Day the third Wednesday of the month, and National Ice Cream Day, July 19. The first Saturday in August is always National Mustard Day and ends with National Trail Mix Day on August 31.
As fall approaches, September lends itself to
National Potato Month, National Guacamole Day on the 16th, and
National Coffee Day, September 29. October marks National Caramel Month,
National School Lunch Week (the second week of the month), and National Candy Corn Day, October 30.
As the year comes to an end, November brings about National Carbonated Beverage with Caffeine Day on the 19th (drink up that
Mountain Dew!), and National Cake Day, November 26. It's only fitting that December has been deemed National Egg Nog and National Fruit Cake Month. Did you know that Christmas Day is National Pumpkin Pie Day, and December 26 is National Candy Cane Day? To ring in the New Year, it's also appropriate that December 31 has been named
National Champagne Day.
For a complete list of wacky and wild U.S. celebrations revolving around food every day, week, and month of the year, check out this
website.
Do you pay attention to these food holidays? I would love to hear stories about public relations promotions or events that take place on these days. Please, share your articles in the comment section!
Some holiday flavors are available just once a year. So why deny yourself the chance to indulge on delicious seasonal tastes? Once the New Year arrives, you'll have plenty of time to make resolutions to watch your weight! For now, enjoy these Christmas candy facts from the National Candy Association:
Want to add a taste of the holidays to your hot cocoa or 
Add new 
Running out of time to bake cookies for Santa? Look no further than 
Enjoy all your holiday cookies with a piping hot cup of coffee, and add the essence of the season with 
Halloween is so close! It's time to rent your scary movies, finalize your costume, and 
Only 12 days left to hit the supermarket, department stores, and warehouse retailers to fill up on the Halloween candy your neighborhood trick-or-treaters can't wait to get their hands on!
The High Holidays are upon us! Jews around the world are currently observing the "
If you were to line all the Easter jellybeans end to end, they would circle the globe nearly three times. If you think that's too much sugary goodness to eat, you're not alone, which is why perhaps the most famous jellybean maker, 
Finally, 
What creative uses for Easter candy have you seen? Leave a message to tell me more, and "hoppy" Easter!
Even those who aren't Irish are on St. Patrick's Day! Everyone wants to take part in St. Patty's Day celebrations, and tomorrow is the one day of the year to celebrate in style. Consider these recipes from top food and beverage CPG companies to add to your fun!
February is here, which means Valentine's Day is just around the corner! On February 14, what gifts will you give to the ones that you love? The 
Several weeks ago, 
To make your morning even more merry and bright, try 
If all you want for Christmas is a sweet treat, look to red and green 
'Tis the season for companies to dress up the packaging on year-round staples. Take the 
Those in the mood for a healthy bite to eat this season can get a boost of calcium from 
For me, I know the season has begun when 
Thursday is one of the most anticipated days of the year – Thanksgiving! From turkey and football to parades and Black Friday planning, Thanksgiving is a wonderful day to catch up on cooking, relaxing, and taking in the sights and sounds of the holiday.
With Thanksgiving just days away, it's time to start thinking about your favorite seasonal foods. What brand can you not live without at your Thanksgiving table? Vote on this Fun Friday!
If you're a fan of marshmallow 
This time of year, 
If you're more of a salty snack eater, you're in luck! This year, 
Last year, Frito-Lay's parent company offered special 
Have you heard about 
Starting tonight at sundown, Jews around the world will observe Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, with prayer and fasting. At the end of the holiday, it is tradition to break the fast with a family meal.
We are two days away from the 
A favorite hot weather treat that takes me back to childhood is the 
There is nothing like a steak fresh from the grill. My husband spices up sirloin with 
Several years ago, a friend introduced me to the wonders of 
No summer is complete without