National California Strawberry Day
National California Strawberry Day marks the strawberry season in California as part of National Nutrition Month. The annual festival, which is usually the first full day of spring, takes place on March 21st. It's the perfect time to refresh our senses and get excited about fresh fruit dishes.
Strawberries are the fruit of paradise speckled with a dash of sun and whimsy. With double scoop strawberry ice cream cones, their vibrant red dimpled fruit inspires picnics. Of course, as the season heats up, the ice creams will drip down our chins, but it is a good price to pay for a delectable crop of these dazzling and beautiful berries. The juices leave a smearing mark on sweet toddlers and sweethearts alike's lips.
Strawberry strawberries are also low in calories, with no fat and no cholesterol as you celebrate the kiss of summer.
How to celebrate #californiastrawberryday
- Make your favorite strawberry dishes ahead of spring
- Add strawberries to your morning breakfast routine
- Make a parfait or strawberry shortcake and while you're at it, make some memories, too
- For another fun way to enjoy your strawberries, Plan a trip to a pick-your-own strawberry farm
- To post on social media, post these California strawberries and hashtag #CaliforniaStrawberryDay
The national california strawberry day celebrations have lasted for a century
The California Strawberry Advisory Board (now the California Strawberry Commission) in 1983 suggested California Strawberry Day to celebrate the California strawberry season as a true sign of spring.
Strawberry FAQ
Q. What other fruit has its seeds on the outside?
A. None. Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the skin.
Q. Do strawberries freeze well?
A. Yes. Yes. In an airtight, freezer-safe container, cut the stems and seal. Frozen strawberries are also great for smoothies and other cold beverages.
How many calories are in a strawberry? Q. How many calories are in it?
A. One medium-sized strawberry contains about 4 calories.
