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Get your bagel fix on National Bagelfest Day - enjoy delicious treats, discounts and more!
Get ready to celebrate National Bagelfest Day on July 26! This holiday has been around since the early 2000s, and is a great way to show your appreciation for one of the most beloved breakfast foods. Bagels have been around for centuries and can be found in many cultures all over the world. They come in different shapes and sizes, and can be made with various ingredients such as wheat, rye, oats, or even jalapeño peppers. So grab some friends or family members and enjoy a delicious bagel together - it's time to celebrate National Bagelfest Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1610</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bagel Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bagels originated from Jewish communities in Poland in the early 17th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1880s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bagel Arrival in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Immigrant Polish-Jews brought the bagel to America, particularly New York City, in the late 19th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bagels Go Mainstream</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bagels gained popularity in America beyond Jewish communities during the 1950s, becoming a common breakfast item.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Bagelfest</div><div class='timeline-text'>Murray Lender, CEO of Lender's Bagels, hosted the first Bagelfest in Mattoon, Illinois, home of the world's largest bagel factory.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Early 2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Bagelfest Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Bagelfest Day began to be recognized and celebrated annually on July 26, marked by bagel sales, events, and specials.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake your own bagels</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making bagels is not as complicated as you'd think. All you need is flour, water, yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix the dough, roll it out into a rope shape, then loop it round and join it together. Now bake away.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out for bagels</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If baking is not your thing, then why not go out for bagels instead? Search for Bagels on Yelp and see where your bagel adventure takes you, whether it is to a deli, cafe or bakery.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a bagel party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over to enjoy a variety of bagels that you can make and buy. Stock up on cream cheese, lox, and other fillings to create the perfect spread.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to a bagel festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many cities host a Bagelfest Day event each year. Look up festivals in your area and join in the fun of tasting different kinds of bagels, playing games and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a bagel making class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search out your local cooking school and sign up for a bagel making class. You'll learn all the secrets to making the perfect bagel that you can then share with your friends and family.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bagels are a tasty treat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Bagels have been around for centuries, and they remain beloved by many thanks to their unique texture and flavor. Whether you prefer your bagel with cream cheese or lox, there's no denying that they make the perfect breakfast food - or even a snack!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They can be personalized</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>If you want to go beyond topping your bagel with butter and jam, there are endless possibilities when it comes to personalizing this classic snack. You can add different meats, cheeses, herbs and spices to create the perfect combination that suits your taste buds - the possibilities are endless!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bagels support small businesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you purchase your bagels from local bakeries and coffee shops rather than franchises or supermarkets, you're not only getting delicious freshness but also helping to keep alive small communities across the country. Plus, you can feel good knowing that your money is going directly back into supporting small family owned businesses.</p></div></div>
National Bagelfest Day is celebrated on July 26th every year. In 2024 National Bagelfest Day will occur on a Friday.
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