September 15

National Linguine Day

Treat yourself to a delicious dish of linguine on National Linguine Day - it's the perfect way to indulge your taste buds!

Yearly Date

September 15

Observed in

United States

Introduction

It's time to celebrate National Linguine Day on September 15! This delicious pasta has been around since the 16th century, and is still one of the most popular dishes in many Italian restaurants today. Linguine is a flat noodle made from semolina flour, usually served with a sauce or pesto. It can also be used as an alternative to spaghetti for dishes like carbonara or bolognese. So get ready to cook up some delicious linguine for your family and friends, and enjoy this special day together!

National Linguine Day Timeline

1500s

Invention of Linguine

Linguine was invented in Italy in the 16th century, originally crafted in the regions of Campania and Liguria.

1700s

Industrial Pasta Production

The 18th century saw the rise of industrial pasta production, making linguine more widely available across Italy and Europe.

1900s

Linguine in North America

Italian immigrants introduce pasta to North America during the early 20th century, with linguine becoming a staple in Italian-American cuisine.

1953

First Linguine Recipe Book

The first cookbook dedicated to linguine, "Cooking with Linguine" by Felice Casucci, is published in the U.S, which includes a variety of linguine recipes.

2010

Gluten-Free Linguine

Following food trends and dietary needs, gluten-free linguine made from rice, corn, and other grains becomes available in grocery stores.

2015

National Linguine Day Starts

National Linguine Day is introduced as a day to celebrate and enjoy this traditional Italian pasta. It's celebrated annually on September 15th.

How to Celebrate National Linguine Day

1 Try a new linguine recipe

Get in the kitchen and experiment with a new linguine recipe. Try something unique and flavorful like shrimp scampi linguine or classic alfredo sauce linguine.

2 Go out for linguine

Head to your favorite Italian restaurant and order up some delicious linguine. Whether it is with marinara, Alfredo sauce, or seafood, you can't go wrong with a plate of classic linguine.

3 Invite friends over for a linguine dinner

Gather your friends together and host a linguine dinner party. Make it a potluck to make it even more fun, with each guest bringing their favorite linguine dish to share.

4 Take a linguine cooking class

Take an online or in-person cooking class to learn more about making the perfect linguine meal. You'll learn the basics from kneading the dough to rolling it out, and even how to make your own pasta sauces.

5 Make your own pasta shapes

Try your hand at making your own linguine shapes for a fun and creative way to celebrate National Linguine Day. From tagliatelle to spaghetti, try out different shapes and sizes for a unique noodle experience.

Why We Love National Linguine Day

Linguine is delicious

Linguine has a wonderful texture and flavor that makes it the perfect pasta to pair with sauces, vegetables, and proteins. It's also incredibly versatile, so regardless of what your tastes are, you can always find a dish to suit it!

Linguine is easy to make

Whether you're an experienced cook or just getting started in the kitchen, linguine doesn't require much effort to prepare. Boiling the noodles only takes around 10 minutes, and then all you have to do is mix it with your choice of sauce ingredients for a tasty meal that's ready in no time!

It's healthy

Unlike many other types of pasta, linguine is made from durum wheat flour which is high in protein and low in fat. This makes it an excellent source of complex carbohydrates and energy without adding unnecessary calories to your diet. Plus, it's gluten-free, which is great news for anyone with food sensitivities.