National Raspberry Bombe Day

Deepthi Reddy
Dec 22, 2023 By Deepthi Reddy
Originally Published on Feb 19, 2022
Fact-checked by Shruti Thapa
National Raspberry Bombe Day celebrates the presence of the exquisite flavor of raspberries.

Where is National Raspberry Bombe Day celebrated?

National Raspberry Bombe Day is celebrated in the United States.

Who is National Raspberry Bombe Day celebrated by?

This day is celebrated by the American people.

When did National Raspberry Bombe Day first start?

We do not know when the day originated.

Who started National Raspberry Bombe Day?

The person who created this holiday is unknown.

History And Timeline

Raspberries, summer fruits in the United States, are used in desserts, including French cuisine, where the bombe originated. The normal bombe recipe consists of ingredients like ice cream and sponge cake.

The name 'bombe' was given to this dessert because of its shape, like a cannonball. The dish was popularized by Auguste Escoffier, from France, who added a custard layer.

The First Bombe

The first bombe was invented by molding ice cream into a round shape.

18th Century

Bombe Recipe First Seen

In the late 1880s, restaurants put bombe on their menus.

1882

First Cookbook To Feature Bombe

The first mention of the raspberry bombe dish in a book was printed in 'The Harvest of the Cold Months', a cookbook by Elizabeth David.

20th Century

Different Bombe Recipes

More than 30 different bombe recipes were printed in the cookbook 'Le Guide Culinaire', written by Auguste Escoffier.

1903

National Raspberries and Cream Day

National Raspberries and Cream Day was celebrated in Florida in 1983.

1983

Traditions And Customs

On this day, people prepare their bombe dessert with candied fruit, or fresh or frozen raspberries, sugar, rum, heavy cream, and chopped nuts.

Ways To Celebrate National Raspberry Bombe Day

People can celebrate this day by preparing their raspberry bombe desserts at home by adding new ingredients and creating a new recipe.

People can also go to a restaurant and try the raspberry bombe dessert.

Facts And Stats

  •  Dessert is a French word.
  • National Raspberry Bombe Day is celebrated along with National Presidential Joke Day.
  • National Raspberry Bombe Day is celebrated in August to end the summer on a good note by enjoying desserts.

What day is Raspberry Day?

August 11 is celebrated as National Raspberry Bombe Day.

What is the significance of Raspberry Bombe Day?

People make their own Raspberry Bombe dessert and relish its taste.

Why do people love Raspberry Bombe Day?

People love it because it's a guilt-free day to indulge in a tasty dessert.

What is the history and origin of Raspberry Bombe Day?

The year and the person who discovered this day are unknown.

Who invented Raspberry Bombe?

The person who invented the Raspberry Bombe is unknown.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Tuesday, August 11, 2020
  • Wednesday, August 11, 2021
  • Thursday, August 11, 2022
  • Friday, August 11, 2023
  • Sunday, August 11, 2024

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Written by Deepthi Reddy

Master of Business Administration

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Deepthi ReddyMaster of Business Administration

With an MBA under her belt, Deepthi has discovered her true calling in content writing. Her writing repertoire is diverse, covering travel, movies, pet care, parenting, animals and birds, and more. Her joy of learning and creating has helped her craft well-written and engaging articles. When she isn't writing, Deepthi enjoys exploring new cultures, trying different foods, and spending quality time with her two children aged 7 and 12.

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Fact-checked by Shruti Thapa

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English

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Shruti ThapaBachelor of Arts specializing in English

With a passion for American, British, and children's literature, Shruti is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at Garden City University, Bengaluru. Her fluency in Nepali, Hindi, and Mandarin demonstrates her linguistic abilities and global perspective. In addition to her literary pursuits, she has a keen interest in non-fiction literature, aesthetics, early childhood education, and Egyptian history. Shruti's research paper 'Bringing Art Illustrations In Education And Pop Culture' showcases her proficiency in these areas and her dedication to academic excellence.

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