Among the warmest childhood memories for many of us are those sun-drenched days spent at the beach, tirelessly building sandcastles. The sun warming our skin, the gentle waves lapping at our toes, and those magnificent, fleeting…
Beer is one of the oldest beverages in the world. International Beer Day gives its fans around the world another reason to put aside their daily work, negative moments, get together and celebrate. History of Brewing…
International Mahjong Day is celebrated every August 1st in honor of a board game that originated in China and spread around the world. History, features and types of Mahjong Mahjong is a tile-based board game that…
August 27 is a celebration for all banana enthusiasts! National Banana Lovers’ Day originated in the United States as a tribute to one of the most popular fruits in North America and a global favorite. What…
Indulge yourself with a delicious ice cream-based dessert, the Banana Split, on August 25th, as it’s National Banana Split Day! A banana split is a dessert featuring a banana split lengthwise (hence the name), topped with…
Ukrainian Beekeepers Day is an official professional holiday in Ukraine, celebrated annually on August 19th. It was established by President Leonid Kuchma in 1997. The idea to celebrate Beekeepers Day was first voiced by the Ministry…
International Biodiesel Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated annually on August 10th. It commemorates the first start of a diesel engine, which occurred on this day in 1893. Biodiesel is a form of diesel fuel consisting…
On August 3rd, many countries around the world celebrate the delicious holiday – International Watermelon Day. Its history dates back to the USA, where it is celebrated as National Watermelon Day. The United States holds the…
The history behind The Birthday of Potato Chips is as fascinating as the snack itself. On August 24, 1853, railroad tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt was traveling across the United States, inspecting his enterprises. During a stop in…
August 4 is celebrated worldwide as Champagne’s Birthday. On this day in 1668, Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon created a remarkable new drink. Its silvery bubbles rose from the bottom, and the sparkling foam shimmered as…
