March 20
National Ravioli Day
A food observance on March 20 celebrating ravioli, the Italian stuffed pasta dish filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables.
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Community Origin
The observance appears to be an unofficial U.S. food holiday promoting ravioli consumption.
Introduction
Let's get ready to celebrate National Ravioli Day on March 20th! Ravioli has been around for centuries and is a popular dish in many cultures. In fact, it is said that ravioli was first created by the ancient Romans and since then has been adapted and changed to fit different cuisines. On National Ravioli Day, let's take the time to appreciate this delicious Italian specialty and all of the creative variations it can come in. So put on your chef's hat and prepare some mouth-watering ravioli dishes for you and your family to enjoy!
National Ravioli Day Timeline
How to Celebrate National Ravioli Day
1
Make your own ravioli
Making ravioli is a fun activity for the whole family. Roll out the dough, cut into circles, fill with ricotta cheese, seal shut with a fork, and you have delicious homemade ravioli.
2
Go out for ravioli
Search for Italian restaurants near you and head out to enjoy some delicious ravioli dishes. Whether it is vegetarian, seafood, or meat, you can find some amazing recipes to try.
3
Host a ravioli party
Invite some friends over and host a ravioli party. Get creative and make different varieties of ravioli from different countries or make a variety of fillings. Enjoy a few glasses of wine and conversation while you munch on delicious ravioli.
4
Go to an Italian festival
See if your local area has an Italian festival going on. Enjoy delicious Italian dishes such as ravioli, lasagna, pizza, and more! Don't forget to get some gelato for dessert.
5
Take a cooking class
Sign up for a cooking class that focuses on pasta making or Italian cooking. You'll learn so much about making ravioli that you won't be able to stop eating them.
Why We Love National Ravioli Day
Ravioli is delicious
Ravioli is a delicious and versatile dish that's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you enjoy it with a classic tomato sauce, or as part of an Italian inspired feast, ravioli dishes are always sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Ravioli is easy to make
Making your own ravioli from scratch might sound intimidating, but it's actually not that hard! All you need is some fresh pasta dough and your favorite filling (beef, cheese, veggies...the options are endless!) You can also buy pre-made ravioli for those nights when you're short on time.
Ravioli is incredibly versatile
The best thing about ravioli is how versatile it can be. From luxurious truffled dishes to hearty meat dishes, there's something for everyone! You can also mix and match different fillings and sauces to create unique flavor combinations that are sure to impress.
Holiday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
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| 2023 | Monday | |
| 2024 | Wednesday | |
| 2025 | Thursday | |
| 2026 | Friday | |
| 2027 | Saturday |



