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July 1, 2024

It's July!!! Grab your picnic baskets!

It's July!!! Grab your picnic baskets!

Image by Christian Calhoun from Pixabay 

While many of us are familiar with National Grilling Month and National Ice Cream Month, did you know July also honors many classic picnic staples? It’s no surprise, as July just happens to be National Picnic Month too!

Here’s a rundown of the delicious foods celebrated this month:

  • National Baked Bean Month
  • National Blueberry Month
  • National Hot Dog Month
  • National Ice Cream Month
  • National Pickle Month

And there are a couple of surprising additions that might not immediately come to mind for a picnic but could add a flavorful twist:

  • National Horseradish Month
  • National Peach Month

Ever considered adding horseradish to your hot dog or mixing peaches in a refreshing blueberry salad? July provides the perfect excuse to explore unique culinary combinations.

Summer is all about enjoying good food with family and friends. So grab your picnic basket, head outdoors, and celebrate the abundance of delicious foods available for us to enjoy!