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National Something On a Stick Day 

Skewer your cravings with delicious foods impaled on a stick! From corn dogs to kebabs, food on a stick is a portable and fun way to snack and dine.

No, this day is not talking about mops or brooms (although it’s certainly good to be very thankful for them, of course!) but National Something On a Stick Day is all about celebrating foods that people love to eat – and this amazing food just happens to come on a stick!

Because, who doesn’t love relaxed finger food that can be picked up by the stick and eaten? Whether it’s a toffee apple, camp-fire sausage, cheese cubes on a toothpick, an ice cream bar, lollipop or other lovely treats, feel free to indulge in them in celebration of National Something on a Stick Day! Or why not try the favorite American food on a stick if it’s possible – the famous corn dog?

History of National Something on a Stick Day

For thousands of years, people have been using skewers and sticks as a useful tool for cooking food, before forks were even thought of. In fact, single sticks were used in Ancient China as a predecessor to the use of chopsticks.

The concept of being able to use a stick to hold food over a fire is a clever one, resulting in the ability to cook without the need for pots and pans. From skewers for making kebabs to rotisseries that would slow roast meat on a spit over a fire, sticks have been an important part of food delivery for many years.

In modern times, the idea of not only cooking but also eating food that is presented on a stick is more about convenience. It’s just a simple and easy way to serve something without the need for a plate or utensils.

So forget the fork, because National Something on a Stick Day offers the perfect opportunity to serve and eat foods that work naturally on a stick!

How to Celebrate National Something on a Stick Day

Take advantage of National Something on a Stick Day to round up all sorts of food options to see how well they fit on a stick! Consider some of these ideas for observing the day:

Host a National Something on a Stick Day Party

What about planning an entire meal that includes an appetizer, main course and dessert, all of which are served on sticks? This concept for hosting a dinner party couldn’t be more easy, informal, and fun. And an added bonus is that there is very little cleaning up to do afterwards! What a great theme for a dinner party to have on National Something on a Stick Day!

Although it is certainly fun to revolve the day around the food, there are also some games that might be fun to try out during the party. Adults and kids of all ages can participate by playing games that include “something” on a stick, like pick-up sticks, kick the stick, or three sticks (aka capture the flag).

Get Creative with Food on a Stick

Take the opportunity to celebrate National Something on a Stick Day by thinking outside the box. Sure, it’s possible to serve corn dogs and shish kebabs. But what about some more interesting foods that can be eaten on a stick? Try out some of these ideas:

Fruit Kebabs. Great when served as an appetizer, side dish or dessert, fruit kebabs can be made by stacking strawberries, grapes, watermelon chunks, pineapple pieces and many other varieties of delicious fruit onto a stick.

Waffle Pops. Eating waffles just got a little more fun! Make waffles ahead of time in a round waffle maker, with a stick baked into each quarter. Drizzle with melted chocolate and top with sprinkles.

Chocolate Bacon Skewers. The sweet and savory blend of bacon with chocolate is an amazing combination!

Prosecco Pops. While popsicles are a delicious treat, making them for the adults-only crowd is even more delightful. These are especially tasty when paired with slices of fruit.

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Recipe for Chicken Souvlaki Gyro Style An easy and delicious recipe for Greek gyros with grilled souvlaki chicken and rich tzatziki sauce. Serve buffet-style so guests can choose their own toppings.

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Recipe for Chicken Souvlaki Gyro Style Greek gyros made with grilled souvlaki chicken and rich tzatziki sauce are simple to make and delicious. Serve as a buffet so that customers can select their own toppings. 1 heart of romaine lettuce cut into 1/4 inch slices, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, 3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1 red onion thinly sliced, 1/4 cup sour cream, 4 large pita bread rounds, 1 tomato halved and sliced, 1/2 cup seeded shredded cucumber, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 cup plain yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly ground black pepper to taste, 1/2 cup pepperoncini, 1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, kosher salt to taste, 1/2 cup kalamata olives, 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 clove garlic minced

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Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce - Chicken Greek kabobs with marinated chicken are known as souvlaki, and they are typically cooked on the grill and served with homemade tzatziki sauce.

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Village Grill // Chicken Souvlaki // Chicken breast on a stick with a slice of bread

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Chicken Souvlaki

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Easy greek chicken kabobs

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Chicken Souvlaki

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National Bean Day 

Because National Bean Day on January 6 falls in the middle of winter, it’s the perfect excuse to cook a favorite comfort food. Wondering why National Bean Day is held on January 6? That’s the same day as the famous geneticist, Gregor Mendel, died in 1884. Mendel used bean plants and pea plants to develop theories on genetics in plants. So the formation of National Bean Day has more to do with scientific development than how good bean recipes taste. But don’t let that deter you from enjoying eating beans on this holiday!

National Bean Day timeline

7000 B.C. Ancient Beans

The native tribes of Peru and Mexico cultivate bean crops.

1551 New Varieties

The term ‘kidney bean’ is coined to differentiate the bean type from other common beans.

1734 Jack and the Beanstalk

The English fairy tale about a boy who discovers magic beans appears as 'The Story of Jack Spriggins and the Enchanted Bean.'

1854 Two Peas in a Pod

Father of genetics Gregor Mendel conducts research experiments on heredity using different varieties of peas.

National Bean Day Activities

Attend a Chili Cook-off Competition

Perfect your own baked beans recipe

Come up with a bean-related craft idea

Beans certainly aren’t the only ingredient in chili. But as any serious chili cook knows, finding the right beans is the key to make or break your recipe. The first chili cook-off took place in 1967 in Texas, so cooks have had plenty of time to perfect their techniques … and find the best kinds of beans to use. And if you like vegetarian chili, beans will be the primary ingredient.

If chili is one of the most popular bean-based foods for people to create their own recipes, creating a personalized baked beans recipe is a close second. So don’t be afraid to experiment with some baked beans recipes on National Bean Day. Try a few different types of beans or add some different ingredients to give your baked beans recipe a unique flavor. And, if it helps, you can even sing the “magical fruit” song while cooking your recipe.

Dried beans are great in recipes, but they also work really well for creating craft and art projects for kids. For example, you could create a mosaic that includes a variety of seeds and different sizes and colors of beans. This can be a lot of fun for kids. And bean art puts macaroni art to shame, especially on National Bean Day.

Why We Love National Bean Day

There are so many different kinds of beans to try

Beans are an economical source of protein

Beans aren’t just for dinner

If you choose to celebrate National Bean Day by trying a few different kinds of beans, you’ll have a whole bunch of them to sample. Green string beans, pinto beans, navy beans, black beans, and red kidney beans are among the most popular types of beans grown in the United States.

If you’re looking to save a bit of money on your food bill, beans are among the most cost effective foods you can eat. And if you’re looking for a source of protein that’s quite a bit cheaper than beef or chicken, beans are the answer. A cooked bean’s weight is between 6% and 11% protein.

Some kinds of beans are best served for dessert. Jelly beans are one of the most popular candies around. Heck, there’s even a chili flavor of Jelly Belly jelly beans. And Boston Baked Beans are great candies too. Even though jelly beans and the candy-coated peanuts that make up Boston Baked Beans aren’t the same as traditional beans, they still taste great. So go ahead and eat some candy beans on National Bean Day.

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Greek Chicken Souvlaki and Rice Pilaf Plates with Marinated Veggies and Feta Tzatziki

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(via Greek Chicken Souvlaki)

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Skillet Chicken Souvlaki

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Greek Chicken Souvlaki

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Greek Chicken Souvlaki