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Celebrate National Sardines Day with friends and family! Enjoy delicious recipes, fun activities, and the best sardine-inspired dishes.
Get ready to celebrate National Sardines Day on Nov. 24! This day has been around since the late 1950s, when it was created by the British Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries to encourage people to eat more fish. Since then, sardines have become a popular snack worldwide due to their affordability and nutritional value. They can be eaten whole or in fillets, canned or fresh, grilled or fried - so there's something for everyone!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Canning Process Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nicolas Appert, a French chef, invented the canning process in the 1800s, which made it possible to preserve sardines among other foods, boosting their popularity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1903</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pilchard Fisheries in UK</div><div class='timeline-text'>Large scale pilchard fisheries (Sardina pilchardus), the species known as sardines, developed on the British coasts.</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'>National Sardines Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>The British Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries establishes National Sardines Day to promote fish consumption.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sardines' Health Benefits Recognized</div><div class='timeline-text'>Research in the 1980s starts to highlight the health benefits of sardines, including high omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and vitamin D content.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Flavored Sardines Introduced</div><div class='timeline-text'>Companies begin to produce flavored canned sardines to attract more consumers, introducing varieties such as sardines in tomato sauce, mustard, or oil.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sardines Go Gourmet</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 2000s, gourmet brands start to offer premium quality sardines, boosting the fish's reputation from a budget food to a delicacy.</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 sardines</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bake sardines with some olive oil, fresh herbs, and lemon slices for a delicious and easy way to celebrate National Sardines Day.</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 fishing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're near the coast, head out for a day of fishing for sardines and other fish. You can also find frozen sardines at your local grocery store if you don't have access to fresh ones.</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'>Make sardine tacos</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Toast up some tortillas and fill them with canned or grilled sardines, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice for a tasty taco dinner.</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'>Throw a sardine party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a fun National Sardine Day celebration featuring sardine appetizers, snacks, and dishes from around the Mediterranean region.</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'>Create a sardine art project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some construction paper, scissors, glue sticks and paint to create a fun art project featuring sardines. Try making your own collage full of colorful sardines.</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'>Sardines are nutrient dense</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sardines are incredibly rich in nutrients like Vitamin B12, selenium, Omega 3 fatty acids and calcium. Eating just a few sardines each day can provide you with the essential micronutrients necessary to maintain overall good health.</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'>Sardines are environmentally friendly</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When it comes to sustainable seafood options, sardines are a great choice. Not only do sardines have a relatively low environmental impact, but they're also abundant in certain parts of the world, making them a renewable source of protein as well!</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'>Sardines are flavorful and versatile</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sardines can be eaten whole or used in recipes like casseroles and fishcakes. They have a naturally savory flavor that pairs well with different ingredients - from salads to sandwiches to warming soups. Plus, since they're canned, they make for an easy meal on busy weeknights!</p></div></div>
National Sardines Day is celebrated on November 24th every year. In 2024, National Sardines Day will occur on a Sunday.
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