October 19

National Seafood Bisque Day

Celebrate National Seafood Bisque Day with a delicious creamy soup that's packed full of flavor - the perfect dish for a cozy night in!

Yearly Date

October 19

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Get your spoons ready to celebrate National Seafood Bisque Day on October 19! This day is all about enjoying a delicious bowl of seafood bisque and learning more about this classic dish. Seafood bisque has been around for centuries, with recipes dating back to the 16th century. And while it's traditionally made with lobster, shrimp, clams or other seafoods, modern variations can also include vegetables or even chicken. So don't miss out on this wonderful day - let's get cooking some seafood bisque!

National Seafood Bisque Day Timeline

16th Century

Origins of Bisque

Seafood bisque, a smooth, creamy soup originating from France, was traditionally made with crustaceans like lobster, crab, and shrimp in the 16th century.

1800s

Bisque Reaches America

As part of French culinary influence, seafood bisque began to gain popularity in American cuisine in the 1800s.

1950

Canned Bisque Era

In the mid-20th century, canned seafood bisque became a common item on supermarket shelves, making the dish more accessible to households.

1990

Restaurant Staple

In the 1990s, seafood bisque became a popular dish in upscale American restaurants, contributing to its gourmet reputation.

2005

National Seafood Bisque Day

National Seafood Bisque Day was first celebrated in 2005, encouraging people to appreciate the complex flavor and rich history of this beloved seafood soup.

How to Celebrate National Seafood Bisque Day

1 Cook your own seafood bisque

Creating your own seafood bisque is a great way to celebrate National Seafood Bisque Day. Start by sautéing onions, celery and garlic in butter. Then add white wine, chicken stock, tomatoes and herbs. Simmer until vegetables are tender and then add the seafood of your choice (shrimp, crabmeat, scallops). Finally thicken with flour or cream and enjoy!

2 Take a seafood bisque cooking class

Taking a class is a great way to learn how to make seafood bisque from the experts. A cooking class will give you the skills you need to recreate this delicious dish at home.

3 Visit a restaurant for seafood bisque

A great way to celebrate National Seafood Bisque Day is to visit a local restaurant that serves it up. Ask friends and family for recommendations of the best places near you and dig in!

4 Host a seafood bisque tasting party

Invite your friends over for an evening of seafood bisque tasting! Have everyone bring their favorite seafood bisques to share or try out different recipes yourself.

5 Create a seafood bisque themed dinner

Make an evening out of it! Start off with appetizers like clams casino or oysters Rockefeller, followed by the main course of seafood bisque, and end with something sweet like chocolate mousse or key lime pie.

Why We Love National Seafood Bisque Day

It's hearty and comforting

Seafood bisque is a delicious, creamy soup that's perfect for those chilly winter evenings. It's not too heavy, yet still provides warmth and comfort, making it the perfect meal to curl up with on a cold day.

It's packed with flavor

The base of seafood bisque is usually made from an aromatic blend of garlic, onions, celery, carrots, herbs and spices that add incredible depth of flavor to the soup. Plus, the addition of succulent chunks of seafood make it even more delicious!

It's nourishing

Seafood bisque is not only incredibly flavorful but also very nutritious! The combination of vegetables, stock, cream and seafood provides you with a wholesome meal packed full of nutrients like vitamin B12, omega 3 fatty acids and essential minerals.