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Get ready to dig in and celebrate International Falafel Day on June 12! This tasty treat has been around for centuries, originating in Egypt and spreading all over the Middle East. It is now enjoyed all over the world as a popular vegetarian dish. Falafels can be served in a variety of ways - from wraps to salads, to sandwiches and more. So why not gather your friends together and enjoy some delicious falafel while celebrating this special day?
<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'>Falafel Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The origin of falafel is traced back to Egypt in the 1800s, where it was initially made with favas beans.</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'>Falafel Travels</div><div class='timeline-text'>Falafel started to be recognized outside the Middle East, particularly in Europe, during the 1950s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Arrival in North America</div><div class='timeline-text'>The tasty dish made its debut in North America and began to gain a following in the vegetarian and health food communities.</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'>Falafel Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>The widespread availability and popularity of falafel grew significantly during the 1990s, spreading to corners of the world well beyond its middle eastern roots.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Falafel Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first-ever International Falafel Day was celebrated, honoring this historical dish and its unique contribution to cuisine.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Falafel Today</div><div class='timeline-text'>Falafel is now universally recognized, being enjoyed in a myriad of ways around the globe, from traditional street food to gourmet restaurant fare.</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'>Make your own falafel</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Falafel is simple to make and can be done in a variety of ways. With canned or dried chickpeas, herbs, spices, and a few other ingredients, you can have your own homemade falafel to celebrate International Falafel 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'>Visit a falafel restaurant</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't feel like making your own falafel, why not visit a falafel restaurant? There are many restaurants that serve falafel in various styles around the world.</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'>Try out a new recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you've already had traditional falafel at a restaurant, why not try a different recipe? Look up some recipes online and see what takes your fancy.</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'>Hold a falafel party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite some friends over for an International Falafel Day party. You can make and serve falafel with various accompaniments such as hummus or tahini.</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'>Educate yourself about falafel</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn more about the history of falafel, its origins, and how it is prepared differently around the world. You'll be surprised by what you learn!</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'>Falafel is healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Falafel is a great way to get your daily intake of nutrients without having to sacrifice flavor. Made from chickpeas, herbs and spices, falafel is not only high in protein, but it's also low in calories and fat - the perfect guilt-free snack!</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'>Falafel can be customized</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's something special about falafel - it can be made any way you want! Spice it up with cayenne pepper or flavor it with cumin and coriander. You could even switch out the traditional chickpeas for black beans or lentils if you're looking for something a bit different.</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'>Falafel is light yet filling</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best things about falafel is that it's surprisingly filling despite being quite light. This makes it the perfect snack or light lunch option when you don't have a lot of time to spare. Plus, it's quick and easy to make which is always a bonus!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Falafel is a Protein-Rich Food</h3><p class='facts-content'>Made primarily from chickpeas or fava beans, Falafel is a great source of plant-based protein, making it a popular choice for vegetarians and vegans alike.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Falafel is International</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although falafel originated in Egypt, it's widely enjoyed in many cultures around the world. In fact, it's considered a national dish in Israel.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Varieties of Falafel Flavors</h3><p class='facts-content'>From different cooking methods (fried or oven-baked) to various ingredients and seasonings, you'll find a range of flavors across countries and even from one restaurant to another.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Falafel Balls Are Often Served with Dips</h3><p class='facts-content'>Falafel is typically served with dips such as hummus or tahini sauce, adding even more flavor to this delicious dish. In some cultures, it's also popularly served with pickled vegetables.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Falafel Has Many Nutritional Benefits</h3><p class='facts-content'>Aside from being high in protein, falafel is also rich in fiber and provides significant amounts of several key nutrients like calcium, iron and magnesium.</p></div></div>
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