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Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day on July 29 with some delicious wings! This special day was first established in the late 1970s by a local chicken wing restaurant in Buffalo, New York. Since then it's grown to become an annual tradition celebrated all over the world. Whether you like them hot and spicy or mild and sweet, there's no better way to enjoy these tasty treats than by throwing a party with your friends and family!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Buffalo Wings Invented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Teressa Bellissimo, co-owner of Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York, creates the Buffalo wing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Chicken Wing Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Mayor of Buffalo, Stan Makowski, proclaims July 29 as National Chicken Wing Day to honor the city's culinary invention.</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'>Ranch Takes Over Blue Cheese</div><div class='timeline-text'>The use of ranch dressing as a dip for chicken wings starts to become more popular than the traditional blue cheese dressing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Chicken Wing Popularity Grows</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the increase in bars and restaurants selling chicken wings, the popularity of Buffalo wings continues to grow across America.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recession Affects Chicken Wing Prices</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the global economic recession, chicken wings become more expensive than breast meat for the first time as demand outstrips supply.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Online Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many chicken wing enthusiasts are forced to celebrate National Chicken Wing Day at home, causing a surge in online deliveries of wings.</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'>Host a wing-tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends and family over for a wing-tasting party. Get a variety of wings from different restaurants or make your own. Have everyone vote on their favorite to see who wins the title of the best wings.</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 wings</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your favorite wing spot and celebrate National Chicken Wing Day with classic buffalo wings, teriyaki wings, garlic Parmesan wings, or whatever flavor you love!</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'>Set up a wing eating challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge your family and friends to an eating contest where everyone tries to eat as many chicken wings as they can in a certain amount of time! This is sure to be a fun and competitive event.</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 your own sauce</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix different ingredients like butter, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and more until you create the perfect flavor combination for your chicken wings.</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'>Enter a wing cook off</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>See if you have what it takes to win a wing cook off! Enter local competitions or even national competitions with your unique recipes and give other competitors a run for their money.</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'>Chicken wings are tasty</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's no denying it - chicken wings are delicious! Whether you're eating them straight from the oven, deep fried, covered in buffalo sauce or doused with teriyaki glaze, they're sure to satisfy your taste buds. Plus, their small size makes them a great snack option for when you don't have much time to cook!</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'>They make a great party food</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When you're throwing a get-together, chicken wings are always a crowd pleaser. Not only do they provide a tasty snack for hungry guests, but they're also fun to eat and add an extra element of excitement to any gathering!</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'>They come in many flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From mild garlic parmesan to spicy hot BBQ, there is sure to be a flavor out there for everyone. So why not switch up the routine and try some new variations on chicken wings next time you want something tasty? You might just discover a new favorite!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Over 27 billion wings are consumed annually in the United States</h3><p class='facts-text'>American's love for chicken wings cannot be overstated. According to the National Chicken Council, Americans eat over 27 billion chicken wings every year, averaging out to about 90 wings per person.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chicken wings were once considered "junk" parts of a chicken</h3><p class='facts-text'>Historically, chicken wings were often discarded or used to make stock because they were considered less meaty and desirable than the breast, thigh, or drumstick. It wasn't until Teressa Bellissimo served them in her Buffalo bar that they gained popularity as a dish on their own.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chicken wings can be prepared in number of ways </h3><p class='facts-text'>From frying and grilling to baking, there are numerous methods for cooking chicken wings. Each technique delivers a unique flavor and texture to these versatile pieces of poultry, making them a culinary favorite worldwide. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Guinness World Record for eating wings is held by Joey Chestnut</h3><p class='facts-text'>Joey Chestnut, an American competitive eater, holds the world record for devouring 413 chicken wings in 12 hours. The feat was performed at Hooters Casino Hotel in Las Vegas on National Chicken Wing Day in 2020 </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The city of Buffalo holds an annual Chicken Wing Festival</h3><p class='facts-text'>To honor its legacy as the birthplace of buffalo style chicken wings, the city of Buffalo, New York, hosts an annual Chicken Wing Festival. The event takes place over Labor Day weekend and features hundreds of different wing varieties from restaurants across the country.</p></div></div>
National Chicken Wing Day is celebrated on July 29th every year. In 2024 National Chicken Wing Day will occur on a Monday.
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