National Dairy Month

June is National Dairy Month. All month long enjoy dairy products like milk, cheese, butter, yogurt and ice cream.

National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month

Sure, June is National Candy Month. But to provide a little nutritional balance, it's also National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month! Many fruits and vegetables are reaching their peak season, so bring some berries, carrots, tomatoes, melons and more to your picnic or trips to the lake. You know what they say about fruit: It's nature's candy!

National Candy Month

There's no stopping it. As parents, you might view candy as a kid's gateway drug to sugar-induced hyperactivity and cavities. But 'tis the season of ballgames, amusement parks, community swimming pools, and playgrounds, which pretty much means access to candy! But in moderation, candy bars, sour balls, cotton candy, and lollipops can be such a pleasurable part of childhood. For one month at least, that has a sweet ring to it!

National Papaya Month

This fruit is rich in Vitamin C and worth exploring the culinary possibilities for National Papaya Month.

National Iced Tea Month

June brings the start of summer, which means outdoor activity in the heat! Iced tea makes a refreshing alternative to sugary carbonated beverages, and this lightly caffeinated brew with its subtle tea flavor can perk you up in time to finish mowing the lawn. It's June, so naturally it's National Iced Tea Month!

Jun
1stNational Hazelnut Cake Day

Celebrate National Hazelnut Cake Day with the heart-healthy hazelnut. Did you know they are rich in Vitamin E, protein and fiber? Find out more!

Jun
2ndNational Rocky Road Day

Delicious combinations of chocolate, marshmallow and nuts help us celebrate National Rocky Road Day! Find recipes for ice cream, brownies, cookies and more.

Jun
3rdNational Chocolate Macaroon Day

What could be better than macaroons? Why, CHOCOLATE macaroons!

Jun
3rdNational Egg Day

Eat an egg (or two) for National Egg Day!

Jun
4thNational Cheese Day

Say 'Cheese' for National Cheese Day. Hundreds of recipes on CDK call for this nutritious ingredient. Check them out!

Jun
4thNational Cognac Day

This expensive brandy can give your recipes extra flair. Find out how for National Cognac Day.

Jun
4thNational Frozen Yogurt Day

It's so nice we'll celebrate it twice! National Frozen Yogurt Week was in May, but today we'll scoop up some more in honor of this healthy and tasty dessert.

Jun
5thNational Gingerbread Day

A holiday favorite, gingerbread can be served as a cake, cookies, waffles, bars and more. Read on!

Jun
6thDonut Day

An entire day just for doughnuts! There is your excuse to make a batch (or stop by your local donut store - we won't tell!)

Jun
6thNational Applesauce Cake Day

Why is there a National Applesauce Cake Day? Well, applesauce often enables bakers to use less sugar, as it's a natural sweetener in cakes and other recipes. Plus, it helps to moisten the cake that emerges from the oven. CDK has dozens of recipes for applesauce cake, in fact. Try one and enjoy!

Jun
7thNational Chocolate Ice Cream Day

I scream, you scream, we all scream for chocolate ice cream!

Jun
8thJelly-Filled Doughnut Day

What's better than doughnuts? Jelly-filled doughnuts!

Jun
9thNational Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie Day

Strawberries = sweet; rhubarb = tart. Together they're like nature's 'Sweet Tarts!' This combination has made such an impact that June 9 has been designated National Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie Day!

Jun
10thHerbs and Spice Day

The Colonel built an empire with only eleven herbs and spices. Well, that and a little animal protein too. Here's wishing you herbs and spice and everything nice on the officially designated Herbs and Spice Day!

Jun
10thNational Black Cow Day

How now, black cow? How? One scoop of ice cream, eight ounces of root beer, two straws, and one friend. The black cow is a soda fountain classic. It even has its own official day! What the heck - make your friend get his own black cow!

Jun
10thNational Iced Tea Day

Iced tea is so good it gets its own month and its own day! See our featured CDK reviewed iced tea recipes.

Jun
11thNational German Chocolate Cake Day

Question: In what country was the first German Chocolate Cake recipe published? Answer: The United States--or Texas, if you want to be particular. In fact, German chocolate is as American as apple pie (which was invented in England, of course).

Jun
12thPeanut Butter Cookie Day

When you hear the word 'cookie,' your first thought is probably of chocolate chips. But peanut butter cookies have a tradition and following that warrants an official Peanut Butter Cookie Day. Peanut butter cookies, we salute you!

Jun
13thKitchen Klutzes of America Day

'Plop!' 'Smash!' 'Hissss!' For many of us, these are like the sounds of nature whenever we step foot in the kitchen. But klutzes take heart - it's your special day!

Jun
14thNational Strawberry Shortcake Day

If you thought strawberry shortcake wasn't cool, you should know that one of the most famous photos of James Dean featured him caught by surprise in a New York diner eating strawberry shortcake! And in fact, this really is a cool--and refreshing, and light--dessert that will help you to make use of those garden strawberries that have reached their peak. Cool, huh!

Jun
15thFather's Day

Father's Day is here again. CDKitchen is your resource for Father's Day food fare that'll make his day a dad's delight!

Jun
15thNational Lobster Day

In these tough economic times, lobster might be something of a luxury at meal time. But even if you can afford to eat lobster just once a year, this is the day to do it! It's National Lobster Day! Don't forget the butter.

Jun
16thNational Fudge Day

Summer is about to begin, which brings to mind all sorts of summery foods. In particular, fudge! That right, the calendar be danged. Because when the urge for fudge strikes, any time of the year is a good time of year. Happy National Fudge Day!

Jun
17thNational Apple Strudel Day

Austria claims apple strudel as its national dish. But strudel is popular virtually everywhere! Here in the US, strudel-lovers united to have a day in June called National Apple Strudel Day. They'll tell you the secret to strudel success - winesap apples! Shhhh.

Jun
17thNational Cherry Tart Day

Did you know that the red pigment in cherries has anti-inflammatory properties that could lead to health benefits? This year's National Cherry Tart day should therefore be an occasion for indulging in this sweet, beautiful dessert. Fattening? Yes. But if cherries are good for you, it might be a wash!

Jun
18thNational Martini Day

As Hawkeye Pierce said of his martini: 'Dry, drier, driest Mr. Kwon. I want an arid, barren, dessicated dry martini. I want a drink that is dying of thirst.' Now you can make just such a drink for National Martini Day!

Jun
18thInternational Sushi Day

Every day should be Sushi Day! We love California Rolls and Sashimi. Top with a good mound of wasabi and we're in heaven! Best part is, sushi is actually really easy to make and doesn't always require eating raw fish!

Jun
20thNational Vanilla Milkshake Day

Jun
21stNational Peaches and Cream Day

A simple treat like peaches and cream may be old fashioned, but it's not out of style. Enjoy some chilled peaches and cream when this day on the calendar rolls around.

Jun
22ndNational Chocolate Eclair Day

Quick, what does the word 'eclair' mean to you? If you said 'lightning,' you might speak French! If you said gooey goodness in an oblong light pastry, you're definitely speaking my language! It's National Chocolate Eclair Day.

Jun
23rdNational Pecan Sandies Day

Even delicious pecan cookies get their own holiday!

Jun
24thNational Pralines Day

A Southern favorite, praline pecans!

Jun
25thNational Strawberry Parfait Day

Parfait means 'perfect' in French, and these tasty strawberry parfaits are just that!

Jun
26thNational Chocolate Pudding Day

Somewhere Bill Cosby must be smiling to himself. Chocolate pudding has its own holiday! And why not, for who doesn't like chocolate pudding?

Jun
27thNational Orange Blossom Day

Jun
27thNational Indian Pudding Day

Jun
28thNational Tapioca Day

Tapioca is delicious and versatile. Aside from tapioca pudding, this starch is used in the production of pills and house paint! CDK prefers the edible variety, and bids all a happy National Tapioca Day!

Jun
29thNational Almond Buttercrunch Day

Sound good? Try these great recipes for National Almond Buttercrunch Day!