National Fajita Day
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Where is National Fajita Day celebrated?
The day is celebrated by Americans and Mexicans across the United States.
Who is National Fajita Day celebrated by?
National Fajita Day is celebrated by food lovers who want to honor the fajita dish.
When did National Fajita Day first start?
The first National Fajita Day was celebrated in 2016.
Who started National Fajita Day?
National Fajita Day was founded by On The Border Mexican Grill and Cantina as a way to celebrate and promote different fajita flavors that it has created.
History And Timeline
Fajitas were introduced to the United States through the Mexican range workers that resided and operated from Texas. When it was introduced, beef was used as the primary meat in the dish, and it was replaced with other meat as fajitas developed.
Invention Of Fajita
Although it is believed that fajitas existed before the '30s, there were no proofs that helped in tracing an invention date. However, in the '30s, the first known consumption of fajitas is credited to those Mexican range workers who resided in West Texas. They created the dish as a quick lunch during their work hours.
1930Fajita Gains Popularity
Fajita quickly gains popularity as it becomes an easily available dish that needs people to only marinate and grill different types of meat before serving it on corn tortillas.
'60sFirst Fajita Sale
Sonny Falcon, known today as the 'Fajita King,' records his first fajita sale from a concession stall in Kyle, Texas.
1969The First Offical Mention
The Oxford English Dictionary officially lists the word 'fajita' and provides a proper definition of the dish.
1971Fajita Garners A Fan Following
Chef George Weidmann working as the chef at the Hyatt Regency, added 'sizzling fajitas' to the menu of the Austin branch of the world-renowned hotel and resort corporation.
1982Traditions And Customs
It has become customary for people to visit Mexican restaurants that serve fajitas to try out different fajita dishes or make fajitas in their modern culinary kitchen themselves. Experimenting with different ingredients is also a common theme of this day as the celebration would encourage people to try mixes like cilantro, lime, and vegetables.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Fajita Day
The celebration would require that you eat fajitas on this day! You can visit a restaurant with family and enjoy different flavors of fajitas like stuff bell peppers, shrimp fajita chili, or chicken fajita sliders.
If you're more of an indoor person, you can try making fajitas in your kitchen. All you need to do so is buy meat of your preference like pork or turkey and throw in peppers, onions, cilantro, tortillas to make the dish and use guacamole, salsa, cheese, or sour cream to enhance the flavor.
Facts And Stats
- National Fajita Day has been celebrated annually since its inception in 2016. So on this day, you can cook flavorful fajitas for your family and enjoy!
- National Fajita Day is celebrated on August 18. Other celebrations like National Ice Cream Pie Day and National Bad Poetry Day are also celebrated on August 18!
- You can celebrate National Fajita Day this year by eating fajitas with your loved ones!
Where did fajitas come from?
Fajitas were invented by Mexican ranch workers who operated in Southwest Texas.
How much are fajitas at Chili's?
The mix and match fajitas and mix and match fajita trio are sold for $12.99 and $16.99, respectively.
Which fajita is the healthiest?
Generally, the chicken and shrimp fajita or any fajita with lots of veggies are considered the healthiest as eating them can avoid the consumption of beef, pork, and any other red meat.
When is National Fajita Day?
National Fajita Day is celebrated on August 18 each year.
Who invented the concept of National Fajita Day?
On The Border Mexican Food and Cantina invented the concept of National Fajita Day in 2016. The business encouraged people to try the sizzling deliciousness of the dish that is served with sour cream, guacamole, grated cheese alongside chicken, shrimp, or skirt steak.
How do families celebrate National Fajita Day?
Families celebrate National Fajita Day by cooking fajitas at home and inviting friends and family over to treat them to this amazing food!
What do family people say about National Fajita Day?
National Fajita Day has rave reviews as families across the United States believe that this day brings families closer together through the deliciousness of food.
What are some advantages of National Fajita Day?
National Fajita Day celebrates the rich history and taste of fajitas that became a part of Mexican and American cuisine.
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Monday, August 17, 2020
- Tuesday, August 17, 2021
- Wednesday, August 17, 2022
- Thursday, August 17, 2023
- Saturday, August 17, 2024
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