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Good Times, Good Food

What to Make to Celebrate Every Food Holiday in May

Corey Williams
By Corey Williams May 06, 2021
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Honestly, what's not to celebrate about the arrival of May? The late springtime month means picnic weather, fresh seasonal produce, and fruity desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth. Of course, it also brings 31 days of food holidays that are absolutely worth celebrating. From Cinco de Mayo dinner to Memorial Day treats (and everything in between), these are the May food holidays you don't want to miss. 

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May 1: National Chocolate Parfait Day

<p>Kick off your month in the most delicious way possible: with a 5-ingredient chocolate-cherry parfait topped with a dollop of homemade whipped cream. </p>
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Kick off your month in the most delicious way possible: with a 5-ingredient chocolate-cherry parfait topped with a dollop of homemade whipped cream. 

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May 2: National Chocolate Truffle Day

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Celebrate the second day of May with easy and decadent chocolate truffles made with just cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, semisweet chocolate chips, and vanilla. 

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May 3: National Raspberry Tart Day

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It doesn't get simpler than our basic raspberry tart with a three-ingredient crust and a sweet filling made with just fresh raspberries and raspberry jam. 

Double bonus: May 3 is also National Raspberry Popover Day and National Chocolate Custard Day. 

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May 4: National Candied Orange Peel Day

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Candied citrus peels are surprisingly easy to make with kitchen staples. Eat the sugary-sweet confection on their own, or use them to garnish your favorite bourbon cocktails. 

Double bonus: May 4 is also National Homebrew Day and National Hoagie Day. 

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May 5: National Enchilada Day

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Happy Cinco de Mayo! Celebrate the fifth of May with hearty enchiladas filled with carne asada and topped with pasilla chile sauce, cheese, and chives. 

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National Crepe Suzette Day

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This indulgent French dessert is full of bright citrus flavor. Our gluten-free twist on the classic treat is topped with whipped honey butter and orange zest. 

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May 7: National Roast Leg of Lamb Day

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Make a restaurant-worthy roasted leg of lamb — simply seasoned with just garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper — in the comfort of your own kitchen. 

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May 8: National Coconut Cream Pie Day

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While every day is Coconut Cream Pie Day in our hearts, May 8 is the official time to celebrate the whipped cream-topped dessert. 

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May 9: National Shrimp Day

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Get back to basics on National Shrimp Day. Use this simple roasted shrimp recipe alone as an appetizer or over pasta or orzo with cream sauce. 

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May 10: National Liver and Onions Day

<p>Skeptical about cooking liver at home? Fear not! "This recipe will turn liver haters into converts," according to recipe creator JSHULER43.</p>
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May 11: National Eat What You Want Day

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May 11 is National Eat What You Want Day, so do with that information what you will. If you're in need of a little inspiration, try these fancy burgers made with bacon and Roquefort cheese (May is National Hamburger Month, after all). 

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May 12: National Nutty Fudge Day

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Packed with chopped walnuts and vanilla wafer crumbs, this crunchy fudge is an old family recipe you don't want to miss.  

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May 13: National Fruit Cocktail Day

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Bottoms up! May 13 is National Fruit Cocktail Day, so it's the perfect excuse to sip on this fruity strawberry bellini. 

Double bonus: May 13 is also National Apple Pie Day and National Hummus Day. 

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May 14: National Buttermilk Biscuit Day

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You can make these simply delicious biscuits with just four ingredients: self-rising flour, baking soda, butter-flavored shortening, and buttermilk. 

Bonus: May 14 is also National Brioche Day. 

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May 15: National Chocolate Chip Day

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What better way to observe National Chocolate Chip Day than with this rich, decadent, and absolutely irresistible cookie cake? 

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May 16: National Barbecue Day

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Don't let National Barbecue Day pass you by without enjoying some flavorful pulled pork on a bun. This juicy slow cooker recipe is just the ticket. 

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May 17: National Cherry Cobbler Day

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Skip the canned stuff! National Cherry Cobbler Day calls for only the freshest of fruit. "It may take a little longer to make because you need to pit the cherries, but it is well worth it when you taste the finished product," says recipe creator Miranda Williams. 

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May 18: National Cheese Souffle Day

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You can make Chef John's easy souffles in just half an hour, so they're easy to whip up when you remember that it's National Cheese Souffle Day. 

Bonus: May 18 is also I Love Reese's Day. 

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May 19: National Devil's Food Cake Day

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This ganache-topped cake comes together quickly with just a few convenient ingredients, including a package of brownie mix and a package of devil's food cake mix. 

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May 20: National Quiche Lorraine Day

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This top-rated recipe is beloved by the Allrecipes community, so you know it's good enough for your National Quiche Lorraine Day celebrations. 

Bonus: May 20 is also National Pick Strawberries Day — try one of our favorite fresh strawberry cakes. 

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May 21: National Strawberries and Cream Day

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Homemade whipped cream and fresh strawberries are the perfect pair — it's only fitting that the dynamic duo has its own holiday. 

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May 22: National Vanilla Pudding Day

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Celebrate the simple things in life on National Vanilla Pudding Day with our basic, yet incredibly impressive, six-ingredient recipe. 

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May 23: National Taffy Day

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Here's a simple candy recipe that you can use to make any flavor of taffy you can think of. The best part? It comes together in just 20 minutes. 

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May 24: National Escargot Day

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Feeling adventurous? Well, you're in luck — May 24 is National Escargot Day! Make these mushroom caps stuffed with snails sauteed in garlic butter. 

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May 25: National Wine Day

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Kick your regular red wine up a notch with this fruity sangria made with oranges, limes, and pineapples. It's easy to make in just 10 minutes. 

Bonus: May 25 is also National-Brown-Bag-It Day — try one of our favorite Cold Lunch Ideas To Pack for Work.

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May 26: National Blueberry Cheesecake Day

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It's National Blueberry Cheesecake Day, you say? Well, then it's the perfect time to test out this decadent cheesecake topped with blueberry sauce. 

Bonus: May 26 is also National Cherry Dessert Day.

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May 27: National Italian Beef Day

Slow Cooker Italian Beef for Sandwiches
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Here's a top-rated recipe that's perfect for celebrating National Italian Beef Day. Serve on crusty rolls with roasted sweet or hot peppers, says recipe creator MAUREENBURR.

Bonus: May 27 is also National Grape Popsicle Day. 

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May 28: National Brisket Day

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Beef brisket is the perfect dinner for your next special occasion — and what's more special than National Brisket Day? 

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May 29: National Biscuit Day

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Hurray, it's National Biscuit Day! Not to be confused with National Buttermilk Biscuit Day (we celebrated that on May 14). 

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May 30: National Mint Julep Day

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"Perfect for Derby Day or any day spent lounging in the sun, these cool refreshing drinks are dangerously delicious," says recipe creator SunnyDaysNora. 

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May 31: National Macaroon Day

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Is there anything sweeter than National Macaroon Day? We think not. Celebrate with these 4-ingredient coconut cookies. 

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