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Get ready to indulge in all things apple on Saviours of the Apple Feast Day - from pies to cider, we've got you covered!
Get ready to celebrate the delicious and historic Saviours of the Apple Feast Day on August 19! This day originated in France during the 17th century when a group of people saved an entire village from starvation by discovering a forgotten apple tree. Since then, this feast has been celebrated as a way to honor the humble apple and those who rescued it. Whether you're baking a classic apple pie or trying out new recipes with this versatile fruit, there's no better way to celebrate than by indulging in some tasty treats. So let's give thanks to the saviours of the apple on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1700s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Original Apple Rescue</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 17th century in France, a village was saved from starvation by the discovery of a forgotten apple tree.</div></div></div><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'>Becomes a Feast Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The day swiftly developed into a feast day to celebrate the village saviours and the humble apple.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread Across Europe</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the early 20th century, Saviours of the Apple Feast Day had spread throughout much of Europe, becoming an established tradition amongst apple-growing regions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the mid-20th century, the holiday started to be celebrated globally, reaching North America, Australia, and New Zealand.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Feast Day Recipes Online</div><div class='timeline-text'>As the internet became more popular toward the end of the 20th century, many apple-based recipes related to the celebration were shared online, further boosting the holiday's recognition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Today</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Annual Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nowadays, apple aficionados around the world commemorate the holiday every August 19 by indulging in a variety of apple-themed foods and drinks.</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 apple pies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get in the kitchen and bake some delicious apple pies to celebrate Saviours of the Apple Feast Day! You can even try different recipes and have a taste test with your friends and family.</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'>Visit an apple orchard</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day at an apple orchard, picking fresh apples and learning about the history of the feast day. You can even bring home some apples to make your own apple dishes.</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'>Host an apple-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for an apple-themed party! Serve apple-inspired dishes and drinks, play games like apple bobbing or have a caramel apple making station. Don't forget to decorate with apples too!</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'>Create apple crafts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make some apple-themed crafts to decorate your home or give as gifts. You can make apple-shaped candles, wreaths, or even paint apples onto canvas.</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'>Watch a movie about apples</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and watch a movie that involves apples, such as "Good Will Hunting" or "Into the Woods". This is a fun and relaxing way to celebrate the feast day.</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'>It celebrates a significant historical event</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Saviours of the Apple Feast Day commemorates the eve of the Winter Solstice in 899 CE, when the saint Wynflaed and her army saved an entire village from starvation by miraculously preserving their apple harvest. This celebration acknowledges the importance of community and gratitude for our sustenance.</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'>It honors apples - a beloved and versatile fruit</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Apples have long been celebrated for their nutritional value and versatility. They can be eaten raw, baked in pies, made into cider or juice, and used in savory dishes. Saviours of the Apple Feast Day is a great way to showcase and appreciate this amazing fruit that has fed and nourished humans for centuries.</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'>It provides an opportunity to support local agriculture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By celebrating Saviours of the Apple Feast Day, we are also supporting local farmers who grow apples. This allows us to connect with our food sources and understand the hard work that goes into producing the fruits and vegetables we enjoy. It's a great way to show appreciation for and support local agriculture.</p></div></div>
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