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Food, Fireworks & Flavor: July Holidays You’ll Eat Right Up

Food, Fireworks & Flavor: July Holidays You’ll Eat Right Up

By on Jul 7th 2025

The party doesn’t need to stop after Independence Day! There are plenty of delicious food and beverage holidays that are well worth celebrating this July!
From savory kebabs on the grill to deliciously refreshing mojitos, there’s no shortage of crave-worthy holidays this month. Pick your favorite foodie holiday and plan out your very own culinary celebration. Here are some of our top picks this month:

July 9th - National Kebab Day

Summer is officially here, which means that now is the prime time to fire up that grill for a backyard barbeque. So, why not observe National Kabob Day by grilling up a savory summer classic, because everyone knows meals are best served on a stick! You’ll have the whole neighborhood sniffing the air and saying,” somebody’s grilling something good!”

The secret to a perfectly seasoned kabob is an evenly coated marinade. You wouldn’t want to end up having one piece of steak with a big glob of marinade on it and another piece that’s left with little to nothing on it. Guar gum can be a big help in preventing this situation because it serves as a thickening and stabilizing agent. By thickening the liquid, it allows spices and other flavoring particles to remain suspended more evenly, so every bite gets the same flavor profile. You can rely on guar gum to achieve optimum coverage for all those meats and veggies to taste the best they can be!

 

July 11th - National Mojito Day

There’s nothing like unwinding with an ice-cold cocktail on a hot, midsummer’s day. Honor this national holiday by relaxing with a refreshing mojito in hand. One sip of this crisp concoction of mint and lime will transport your taste buds to a cool oasis. Please remember to always enjoy responsibly.

The zesty citrus flavor of a freshly prepared mojito helps make this iconic cocktail a true classic. That impeccable flavor can be achieved by simply adding a pinch or two of citric acid to your cocktail. Sprinkling in some citric acid is a surefire way to control the varying acidity of natural ingredients (like fresh lime juice). Try mixing in a little citric acid when you add your lime juice into that shaker. This bartender’s trick is guaranteed to take your mojito to the next level.

 

July 13th - National French Fry Day

There’s something undeniably mouthwatering about a hot, salty batch of crispy French fries. Just the sight of those golden sticks is enough to make taste buds tingle. Since their humble beginnings in the late 17th century, fries have been considered an ideal accompaniment to many protein-heavy entrées. The popularity of this irresistible side dish catapulted with the rise of the fast-food industry. Now, this salty snack is sold just about anywhere in a 5-mile radius!

Have you ever wondered how fast-food chains always seem to serve up perfect fries every time? Well, consistency is key in these establishments. That’s why they use sodium acid pyrophosphate to keep those fried potatoes that crispy golden color that you can easily spot at the bottom of the bag. And to make sure each fry cooks evenly and comes out just right, restaurants often add a touch of dextrose, which helps to ensure uniform browning in the fryer.

 

July 15th - National Hot Dog Day

Hot dogs are the star entrée on the menus of cookouts and baseball games across the country. So, it’s only fitting that this patriotic classic gets its own holiday during the same month as America’s birthday. The first “All-American Dog” made its debut in the late 1800s when German immigrant Charles Feltman opened his own hot dog stand on Coney Island, sparking a tradition that would become a national favorite.

Hot dog connoisseurs praise this handheld favorite because every bite is just as good as the last. Each mouthful brings an even layer of meat, bread, and toppings, which harmoniously blend to create a delightful flavor profile. This signature consistency isn’t just luck, it’s science! Hot dog manufacturers use maltodextrin, a type of carbohydrate that acts as an emulsifier throughout the meat. This ingredient guarantees that the savory flavor of the dog is spread evenly, so each bite is equally as delightful from the first to the last. Sodium nitrite is another key ingredient, added to preserve the meat’s color and prevent spoilage, helping hot dogs stay fresh and visually appealing from production to plate.

 

July 30th - National Cheesecake Day

Did you save room for dessert? Celebrate the end of the month with a delectable slice of cheesecake on July 30th! Make the day even sweeter by sharing a slice of your favorite cheesecake with a buddy. Whether you prefer to pair your slice with a couple of fresh berries, a drizzle of chocolate, or keep it plain Jane, there’s no wrong way to honor this holiday!

Isn’t it interesting how cheesecakes seem to defy gravity with their solid structure? This unique texture that always seems to keep the cheesecake intact is credited to an ingredient called carrageenan. Specifically, carrageenan kappa and carrageenan iota are commonly added into cheesecake mixtures to give them their desired firmness (no baking is required). These ingredients act as gelling, thickening, and stabilizing agents when added to the cheesecake mixture. No-bake, pre-sliced cheesecakes require clean slicing and stability over shelf life. To achieve this, most bakers often rely on carrageenan.

 

Craving More Food & Beverage Holidays to Celebrate This Month?

Get ready to snack, sip, and celebrate! July is packed with delicious food holidays you won’t want to miss. Here’s the full list of foodie holidays to look forward to this month. Which tasty date are you most excited for?

• July 1-Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day • July 1-International Chicken Wing Day • July 1-International Fruit Day
• July 1-National Gingersnap Day • July 1-National Madeira Day • July 2-National Anisette Day
• July 3-National Chocolate Wafer Day • July 3-National Eat Your Beans Day • July 4-Independence from Meat Day
• July 4-National Barbecued Spareribs Day • July 4-National Caesar Salad Day • July 4-National Caesar Salad Day
• July 5-National Graham Cracker Day • July 5-National Jam Day • July 6-National Fried Chicken Day
• July 6-National Hand Roll Day • July 7-National Macaroni Day • July 7-National Strawberry Sundae Day
• July 7-World Chocolate Day • July 8-National Blueberry Day • July 8-National Chocolate with Almonds Day
• July 8-National Freezer Pop Day • July 8-National Raspberry Day • July 9-National Sugar Cookie Day
• July 9-National Don’t Put All Your Eggs in One Omelet Day • July 9-National Kebab Day • July 10-National Lavender Day
• July 10-National Pick Blueberries Day • July 10-National Piña Colada Day • July 11-Make Up Your Own Sundae Day
• July 11-National Blueberry Muffin Day • July 11-National Japanese Ramen Day • July 11-National Mojito Day
• July 11-National Rainier Cherry Day • July 12-National Eat Your Jell-O Day • July 12-National Michelada Day
• July 12-National Paper Bag Day • July 12-National Pecan Pie Day • July 13-National Beef Tallow Day
• July 13-National Beans ‘n’ Franks Day • July 13-National French Fry Day • July 14-National Macaroni & Cheese Day
• July 14-National Grand Marnier Day • July 15-National Gummy Worm Day • July 15-National Hot Dog Day
• July 15-National Tapioca Pudding Day • July 16-National Cherry Day • July 16-National Cherry Limeade Day
• July 16-National Corn Fritters Day • July 16-National Fresh Spinach Day • July 16-National Ice Cream Day
• July 17-National Peach Ice Cream Day & National Ice Cream Day • July 18-National Caviar Day • July 18-National Sour Candy Day
• July 19-National Daiquiri Day • July 20-National Fortune Cookie Day • July 20-National Lollipop Day
• July 21-National Junk Food Day • July 22-National BLT Day • July 22-National Penuche Fudge Day
• July 23-National Peanut Butter & Chocolate Day • July 23-National Refreshment Day • July 23-National Vanilla Ice Cream Day
• July 24-National Tequila Day • July 25-National Hot Fudge Sundae Day • July 25-National Wine & Cheese Day
• July 26-National Coffee Milkshake Day • July 26-National Bagelfest Day • July 27-National Chicken Finger Day
• July 27-National Crème Brûlée Day • July 27-National Scotch Day • July 28-National Milk Chocolate Day
• July 28-National Shiraz Day • July 29-Cheese Sacrifice Purchase Day • July 29-National Chicken Wing Day
• July 29-National Lasagna Day • July 30-National Cheesecake Day • July 31-National Avocado Day
• July 31-National Raspberry Cake Day • July 31-National Cotton Candy Day • July 31-National Jump for Jellybeans Day
• July 31-National Spam Day • July 31-National Shredded Wheat Day

 

Celebrate July’s Tastiest Holidays with Ingredi

Whether you’re grilling for National BBQ Day, whipping up a sundae for National Ice Cream Month, or crafting the perfect hot dog on the Fourth — we’ve got the key ingredients to make your July celebrations unforgettable. Shop the essentials below!


 

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