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Get ready to spice up your meals because September is National Condiment Month! This month-long celebration first began in 1992 as a way to showcase the importance of condiments in enhancing the flavor of our food. From ketchup and mustard to salsa and hot sauce, condiments come in all shapes and sizes and add that extra kick to any meal. So let's raise our bottles and jars in honor of this delicious holiday!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1837</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ketchup Commercialization</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first commercially available ketchup, a popular condiment, was manufactured by Jonas Yerkes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1869</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Tabasco Sauce</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tabasco, a popular hot sauce, was first created by Edmund McIlhenny in Louisiana.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1883</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Heinz Tomato Ketchup Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>The H.J. Heinz company introduced Heinz Tomato Ketchup, which has become one of the most recognized and classic condiments worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Condiment Sales Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sales of condiments in the United States saw a significant increase, reflecting American consumers' growing interest in diverse flavors and cuisines.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Condiment Month Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Condiment Month was established in the United States to celebrate the variety and importance of condiments in culinary experiences.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Artisanal Condiments</div><div class='timeline-text'>The condiment industry saw a trend towards artisanal and locally sourced products, diversifying the market even further.</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'>Create your own condiment</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen by making your own homemade condiment! Whether it's a spicy salsa, a tangy mustard, or a sweet jam, the possibilities are endless. Invite friends over to taste and give feedback on your creations.</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'>Host a condiment tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a variety of condiments from different cultures and have a tasting party with friends. You can even make a game out of it by blindfolding participants and having them guess the condiment they're tasting.</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 a new condiment every week</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to try a new condiment each week during National Condiment Month! This is a great way to expand your palate and discover new flavors.</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'>Organize a condiment swap</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family to bring their favorite condiments and swap with each other. This is a fun and easy way to try new condiments without breaking the bank.</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'>Create a themed meal with condiments</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick a theme, such as Mexican or Asian, and create a meal centered around using different condiments. This is a fun and flavorful way to celebrate National Condiment Month!</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'>Condiments bring flavor to our meals</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From ketchup and mustard to hot sauce and relish, condiments add a burst of flavor to our dishes. They can turn a plain sandwich into a delicious masterpiece, or take a burger from good to amazing. Celebrating National Condiment Month is a way of recognizing the importance of these flavorful additions in our meals.</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'>There are endless possibilities with condiments</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With so many different types of condiments available, the possibilities for combinations and recipes are endless. You can mix and match flavors or create your own unique blends. National Condiment Month is a great time to experiment and discover new favorite flavor combinations!</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'>Condiments bring people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether you're enjoying a meal with friends or family, passing around the bottle of hot sauce or jar of pickles creates a sense of community and bonding. National Condiment Month gives us a reason to celebrate these small but important moments that bring us closer together through food.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mustard is one of the oldest condiments in the world</h3><p class='facts-content'>Used for thousands of years, mustard seeds have been found in the tombs of ancient Egyptians, and Romans were known to blend them into a paste similar to the mustard we are familiar with today.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Worcestershire sauce has an international blend of ingredients</h3><p class='facts-content'>This savory sauce is a blend of flavorings from around the globe, including tamarind from India, anchovies from Southern Europe, vinegar from Spain, and cloves from the Spice Islands.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mayonnaise is a variant of a Spanish condiment called 'salsa mahonesa'</h3><p class='facts-content'>Believed to have originated in the town of Mahón on the Spanish island of Menorca, homemade mayonnaise was a flavorful blend of egg yolks, oil, and seasoning. Today, it’s a staple condiment worldwide.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ketchup was initially a fish sauce</h3><p class='facts-content'>While we associate ketchup with tomatoes today, the original version was a fermented fish sauce from Southeast Asia. Tomatoes didn't enter the mix until hundreds of years later.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Chutneys are a thousand-year-old condiment from India</h3><p class='facts-content'>Chutneys, the flavorful and often spicy condiments known for enhancing Indian cuisine, have been around for over a thousand years. They can be made from a variety of fruits, vegetables, and spices.</p></div></div>
National Condiment Month is celebrated on September 1 every year. In 2024, National Condiment Month will start on a Sunday.
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