National Shrimp Scampi Day

Supriya Jain
Dec 22, 2023 By Supriya Jain
Originally Published on Mar 08, 2022
National Shrimp Scampi Day is an excellent festival for every shrimp lover who loves shrimp cooked in olive oil.


Where is National Shrimp Scampi Day celebrated?

National Shrimp Scampi Day is observed every year in the US on April 29.

Who is National Shrimp Scampi Day celebrated by?

National Shrimp Scampi Day is celebrated by all shrimp lovers and those who crave Italian food across the United States.

When did National Shrimp Scampi day first start?

There are no sources stating when the day began to be observed.

Who started National Shrimp Scampi Day?

There is no information on who introduced this day to the US. Maybe a scampi lover like you!

History And Timeline

A cuisine that goes well with bread, rice, and pasta, here is a glimpse into a brief timeline of shrimp scampi.

Fried Shrimp

Fried Shrimp started to appear on restaurant menus across the USA.

Early 20th Century

Into American Cookbooks.

In the '20s, shrimp scampi made their first appearance in American cooking and cookbooks.

'20s

The Italian Influence

Following the Second World War, the shrimp scampi, with its Italian influence, was prominent in the American culinary scene.

1945

Lobster Vs. Prawns

The Norway lobster soon took over the place of the Dublin Bay prawns in Britain.

'50s

Fight For Fish

In 2010, Herston Blumenthal and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall launched the 'fish fight' campaign, which claimed that scampi are rich in protein.

2010

Traditions And Customs

This is a day to celebrate shrimp scampi, favored seafood that goes with rice, pasta, bread, and various other shrimp scampi recipes. The day celebrates the Italian American blend in culinary terms.

Ways To Observe National Shrimp Scampi Day

You can celebrate the day by experimenting with the ingredients; try preparing this seafood at home on this national day, but try it with some garlic butter. Scampi dinners are fantastic! Inviting your friends over a scampi party will be exciting on this day.

Who doesn't love Italian food? This day can be a reason for you to escape to an Italian restaurant and treat yourself to shrimp scampi. Or organize a shrimp scampi party with your friends. Rather than frozen shrimp, you can also enjoy some fresh shrimp on National Shrimp Scampi Day.

Facts And Stats

  • Details regarding the founder of National Shrimp Scampi Day are unknown, even though the dish this day celebrates has been in America since the early 1900s.
  • National Shrimp Scampi Day is celebrated on April 29 every year. In April, other food days include National Sourdough Bread Day, National Cheeseball Day, National Blueberry Pie Day, and many more.
  • Different events are organized across the US on National Shrimp Scampi Day, and many Italian eateries also offer special prices.
  • National Shrimp Scampi Day and National Shrimp Day are two separate days.

Question: What is National Shrimp Day?

National Shrimp Day is dedicated to all kinds of shrimp celebrated on May 10.

Why do they call it shrimp scampi?

The seafood is prepared from shrimp, similar to prawns; the name shrimp scampi does not make much sense.

What culture is shrimp scampi?

Shrimp scampi is Italian.

Who invented shrimp scampi?

Hannah Glasse is credited with the invention.

When is National Shrimp Scampi Day?

National Shrimp Scampi Day falls every year on April 29.

Who started National Shrimp Scampi Day?

It is not known who invented this day.

What is the significance of National Shrimp Scampi Day?

Shrimp helps fight against the free radicals that inhabit our bodies because of their exposure to pollutants. This day promotes eating this delicious dish for health benefits and more.

How do people celebrate National Shrimp Scampi Day?

By preparing the dish themselves or visiting restaurants and ordering the delicacy.

When Is This Day Celebrated

  • Wednesday, April 29, 2020
  • Thursday, April 29, 2021
  • Friday, April 29, 2022
  • Saturday, April 29, 2023
  • Monday, April 29, 2024

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Written by Supriya Jain

Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

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Supriya JainBachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration specializing in Marketing

As a skilled member of the Kidadl team, Shruti brings extensive experience and expertise in professional content writing. With a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Punjab University and an MBA in Business Administration from IMT Nagpur, Shruti has worked in diverse roles such as sales intern, content writer, executive trainee, and business development consultant. Her exceptional writing skills cover a wide range of areas, including SOP, SEO, B2B/B2C, and academic content.

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