National Ranch Day
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Where is National Ranch Day celebrated?
This day is celebrated widely in the USA.
Who is National Ranch Day celebrated by?
This special day is celebrated by ranch lovers in the US and Canada.
When did National Ranch Day first start?
The origins of this day are unknown.
Who started National Ranch Day?
It is unknown who started this day.
History And Timeline
The first ranch dressing was said to be made in the Hidden Valley Ranch in Santa Barbara, by Steve Henson, a cowboy. Henson used to regularly serve ranch dressing to his guests in the valley and sometimes also packaged and sent some with them.
The love for the dressing gained momentum quickly and people from across the country started to make demands for this delicious dressing.
Soon it turned into a business and supermarkets started keeping bottles of ranch dressing for sale and the production increased. In no time, ranch dressing became America's favorite and people started celebrating this day annually on March 10.
First Ranch Dressing
The first-ever ranch dressing recipe was invented on the Hidden Valley Ranch in Santa Barbara by a cowboy, Steve Hanson.
1954Clorox Buys A Ranch
Clorox buys the Hidden Valley Ranch for $8 million.
1972Ranch Became Popular
The ranch flavor becomes popular and is used as a dip or condiment in snacks, salad, and other food items.
1980Clorox Invents New Recipe
Clorox who now owns the Hidden Valley Ranch, invents a ranch dressing recipe that doesn't need to be refrigerated.
1983Ranch Over Italian Dressing
Over time, ranch dressing becomes the preferred flavor, even better than fan-favorite Italian dressing.
1992Traditions And Customs
There are no traditions and customs of this day. Use this day as an excuse to get together with friends and family and enjoy your favorite ranch dressing.
Ways To Observe Or Celebrate National Ranch Day
There are many ways to celebrate this day. Ranch dressing is one flavor that tastes delicious with everything. So, use this opportunity to make some ranch dressing at home and eat it with salad, eggs, or any other food item.
There are several online events that go on, you can participate in them.
Ranch dressing is so popular that everyone has a taste for it. However, over the years, different companies have created their own unique ranch flavors. On this day, you can organize a fun event like ranch hosting with friends and family.
Facts And Stats
- National Ranch Day celebrates the fact that according to a survey in 2017, 40% of Americans listed their favorite dressing as Ranch dressing.
- On March 10, other than this day, we also celebrate National Mario Day and International Wig Day.
- The hashtag for this day is not yet very popular.
What day is National Ranch Day?
This day is celebrated every year on March 10.
Where was ranch dressing invented?
Ranch Dressing was invented at the Hidden Valley Ranch in Santa Barbara, California.
What is the significance of National Ranch Day?
The day honors ranch dressing.
What is the history and origin of National Ranch Day?
It is not known.
What is special about National Ranch Day?
People celebrate ranch dressing on this day.
Why do people love National Ranch Day?
Ranch dressing is a fan favorite among Americans and this day is an excuse to enjoy it!
When Is This Day Celebrated
- Tuesday, March 10, 2020
- Wednesday, March 10, 2021
- Thursday, March 10, 2022
- Friday, March 10, 2023
- Sunday, March 10, 2024
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