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Get ready to toast and spread some love on National Bagel and Lox Day on February 9! This tasty holiday celebrates the classic combination of a freshly baked bagel topped with creamy cream cheese, salty lox (smoked salmon), and other delicious toppings like capers and onions. It's believed that this dish originated in New York City in the early 1900s, when Jewish immigrants started selling smoked fish from pushcarts. Today, it has become a staple breakfast or brunch item for many people around the world. So why not join in on the celebration by indulging in a mouth-watering bagel and lox combo? Your taste buds will thank you!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1610</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bagels Originated in Poland</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bagels first appeared in Polish bakeries in the 17th century, becoming popular among Ashkenazi Jewish communities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1880s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bagels Arrived in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bagels were brought to America by Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe, making New York and other East Coast cities hubs for bagel bakeries.</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'>Rise of Lox and Cream Cheese</div><div class='timeline-text'>Lox (smoked salmon) and cream cheese became a common filling for bagels in American Jewish delis, particularly in New York City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bagels Become Mainstream</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the establishment of bagel chains like Einstein Bros. and Bruegger's, bagels and the popular bagel with lox and cream cheese entered mainstream American culture.</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'>National Bagel and Lox Day Celebrated</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known celebration of National Bagel and Lox Day, a day dedicated to the iconic food combo, takes place on February 9th.</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 bagels and lox</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and try making your own bagels and lox from scratch! You'll impress your friends and family with your culinary skills and have a delicious breakfast to celebrate the 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'>Go out for bagels and lox</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If making your own bagels and lox seems too daunting, head to your favorite bagel shop or deli and enjoy a classic bagel and lox sandwich. Don't forget the cream cheese, capers, and red onions!</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 a brunch party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family for a brunch party featuring bagels and lox. You can also include other brunch favorites like quiche, fruit salad, and mimosas.</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'>Try different types of bagels and lox</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Instead of the classic smoked salmon and plain bagel, mix it up by trying different types of lox like gravlax or pastrami-cured salmon, and different flavors of bagels like everything or cinnamon raisin.</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'>Take a cooking class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up for a cooking class focused on bagels and lox. You'll learn new techniques and recipes to impress your friends and family with, and have a fun day celebrating this delicious food holiday.</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's a delicious combination of flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Bagels and lox is a classic pairing that has stood the test of time. The tangy cream cheese, savory smoked salmon, and chewy bagel all come together to create a perfect balance of flavors. It's no wonder this dish has its own holiday!</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's a celebration of Jewish cuisine</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Bagels and lox is deeply rooted in Jewish culture, making National Bagel and Lox Day a great opportunity to learn more about the history and traditions surrounding this dish. Plus, it's a chance to support local delis and bakeries that specialize in these delicious treats.</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 can be enjoyed in so many ways</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While the traditional bagel and lox sandwich is a fan favorite, there are so many ways you can enjoy this dish. From bagel bites to bagel and lox pizza, the possibilities are endless. National Bagel and Lox Day allows for fun and creative ways to enjoy this beloved dish!</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'>Bagels Were Once Used As Gifts For Pregnant Women</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the 17th century, bagels were given as gifts to pregnant women in Poland as symbols of life, with the circular shape representing the cycle of life.</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'>Lox is a term derived from the Yiddish word for Salmon</h3><p class='facts-content'>The word 'Lox' comes from 'laks,' which is derived from the Yiddish word for salmon due to its high popularity among Eastern European Jews who migrated to North America.</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'>Bagels Require a Two-Step Baking Process</h3><p class='facts-content'>Bagels are first boiled and then baked, giving them their unique chewy texture and shiny appearance. This methodology originated from Jewish communities in Poland.</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'>Traditional Lox Isn’t Smoked</h3><p class='facts-content'>Traditional Lox is actually brined, not smoked. The confusion often arises because many lox served today in bagel shops are made from smoked salmon.</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'>The Bagel and Lox Combination Has Jewish-American Origins</h3><p class='facts-content'>Bagel and lox became a popular pairing in New York City, mostly among Jewish immigrants. The dish soon became synonymous with American Jewish cuisine.</p></div></div>
National Bagel and Lox Day is celebrated on February 9th every year. In 2024 National Bagel and Lox Day will occur on a Friday.
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