National Candied Orange Peel Day
May 4, Sunday
What is candied orange peel?
Candied fruit or peel is cooked in sugar syrup and then dried. Orange peel becomes fragrant, slightly bitter, and very delicious. It is often added to:
- Cakes and pies
- Chocolate candies
- Festive baked goods (especially at Christmas)
- Muesli and desserts
History of the holiday
There are no exact historical records about the origin of the holiday, but its purpose is to remind people of the old tradition of making natural sweets and encourage homemade cooking.
How can you celebrate this day?
There are many ways to enjoy the holiday:
- Make candied orange peel yourself
- Add it to homemade baked goods
- Buy ready-made and share with friends
- Share a recipe or photo on social media
- Try a new recipe using candied orange peel
Interesting fact
Candied fruits were popular in Ancient Rome and the East. In Europe, they became particularly fashionable in the Middle Ages when sugar was an expensive and valuable commodity.